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To our listeners of the High Action Podcast! An update from John, Perry and Will about High Action and the New West Guitars!
Nov 03, 2022•3 min•Season 2Ep. 53
High Action
The New West Guitar Group hosts a podcast about their favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it. Through interviews, live performances and in-depth discussions, High Action delivers a podcast for the six-string enthusiast who wants a deeper understanding about the players behind the instrument and their specific approach to guitar.
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Episodes
In the Woodshed: Unlocking Sounds on the Archtop
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode, Will Brahm discusses techniques for Unlocking Sounds on the Archtop. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargrou...
Oct 05, 2022•12 min•Season 2Ep. 52
In the Woodshed: Jazz Phrasing
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode John Storie discusses the art of jazz phrasing on the guitar. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup ★ Supp...
Sep 28, 2022•11 min•Season 2Ep. 51
In the Woodshed: Legato Technique
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode Perry Smith discusses techniques for developing a Legato technique on guitar. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestgu...
Sep 21, 2022•16 min•Season 2Ep. 50
In the Woodshed: Comping Techniques
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. Will Brahm discusses Comping Techniques for Jazz Guitar. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup ★ Support this podcast on P...
Sep 14, 2022•13 min•Season 2Ep. 49
In the Woodshed: Triads
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode John Storie discusses techniques for practicing triads on the guitar. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargrou...
Sep 07, 2022•10 min•Season 2Ep. 48
In the Woodshed: Rhythm Guitar
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode Perry Smith discusses techniques for playing Rhythm Guitar in Jazz. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup ...
Aug 31, 2022•11 min•Season 2Ep. 47
In the Woodshed: Expanding on Harmony
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode Will Brahm discusses techniques for Will Brahm discusses techniques for Will Brahm discusses techniques for Expanding Harmony. Follow and support...
Aug 24, 2022•13 min•Season 2Ep. 46
In the Woodshed: Metronome Practice
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode John Storie discusses how to practice effectively with a metronome. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup ...
Aug 17, 2022•10 min•Season 2Ep. 45
In the Woodshed: Warm Up Routine
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode Perry Smith discusses his warm up routine and helpful tips to get your hands ready for the gig. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.pat...
Aug 10, 2022•12 min•Season 2Ep. 44
In the Woodshed: Extending Your Lines
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode Will Brahm discusses techniques for Extending Your Lines across the neck. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitar...
Aug 03, 2022•13 min•Season 2Ep. 43
In the Woodshed: Right Hand Technique
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode John Storie discusses techniques for your right hand and helpful practice tips. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwest...
Jul 27, 2022•10 min•Season 2Ep. 42
In the Woodshed: Jazz Standards for Solo Guitar
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode Perry Smith discusses techniques for playing Jazz Standards for solo guitar. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestgui...
Jul 20, 2022•11 min•Season 2Ep. 41
Season 2 Finale with Special Guests!
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode Perry, John and Will celebrate their season 2 finale and welcome in some old friends! Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/n...
Jul 13, 2022•41 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Origin Series: New West Guitar Group
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode Will, John and Perry reflect on the years playing and composing for their group. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwes...
Jul 06, 2022•37 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Origin Series: Perry Smith
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode John and Will interview New West Guitar Group founding member Perry Smith. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguita...
Jun 29, 2022•40 min•Season 2Ep. 38
Origin Series: Will Brahm
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode John interviews New West Guitar Group member Will Brahm. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup ★ Support t...
Jun 22, 2022•31 min•Season 2Ep. 37
Origin Series: John Storie
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. In this episode Will interviews New West Guitar Group founding member John Storie. Follow and support us on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/newwestguitargroup ★...
Jun 15, 2022•40 min•Season 2Ep. 36
Studying Your Recordings
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Studying Your Recordings. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples. Follow and support us o...
Jun 08, 2022•38 min•Season 2Ep. 35
Counterpoint
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Counterpoint. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples. Follow and support us on Patreon. h...
Jun 01, 2022•39 min•Season 2Ep. 34
Modulation Effects
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Modulation Effects. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples. Follow and support us on Patr...
May 25, 2022•37 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Studying Guitar in College
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Studying Guitar in College. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples. Follow and support us...
May 18, 2022•38 min•Season 2Ep. 32
Original Music
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Original Music. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples. Follow and support us on Patreon....
May 11, 2022•45 min•Season 2Ep. 31
Dialing in Your Sound Live
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Dialing in Your Sound Live. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples. Follow and support us...
May 04, 2022•35 min•Season 2Ep. 30
On the Road in Oregon
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of traveling while on the road in Oregon. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples. Follow and...
Apr 27, 2022•19 min•Season 2Ep. 29
Hybrid Picking
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Hybrid Picking. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples. Follow and support us on Patreon....
Apr 20, 2022•41 min•Season 2Ep. 28
Picking Techniques
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Picking Techniques. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples. Follow and support us on Patr...
Apr 13, 2022•45 min•Season 2Ep. 27
Favorite Microphones
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Favorite Microphones. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples. Follow and support us on Pa...
Apr 06, 2022•42 min•Season 2Ep. 26
Harmolodic Improvisation
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Harmolodic Improvisation. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples. Follow and support us o...
Mar 30, 2022•34 min•Season 2Ep. 25
Establishing Your Sound
Welcome to "High Action" - a podcast about our favorite instrument, the guitar, and the extraordinary people who play it! We are Perry Smith, Will Brahm, and John Storie - the New West Guitar Group . Season 2 features the members of NWGG performing and discussing for the listeners the many exciting topics of contemporary guitar playing. This week Perry John and Will discuss the topic of Establishing Your Sound. Check out the episode for a discussion and playing examples. Follow and support us on...
Mar 23, 2022•33 min•Season 2Ep. 24
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