Tom Brislin
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Tom Brislin
The Most Recent stories by Tom Brislin
- The Wizard’s Apprentice March 2008
What’s it like to accompany Jordan Rudess? Intense and fun, as you can see for yourself!
- “F Blues” by Joey DeFrancesco February 2008
A Keyboard exclusive! Joey kicked this killer blues for Scott Healy during their recent interview in Philadelphia. Check out his hot walking bass throughout, his rapid-fire bebop lines in measures 34–36, and his killer use ...
- Punchy Melodies December 2007
Strengthen your sound with two-handed chord melodies and unison lines.
- Easy Access to Odd Meters December 2007
Listen for familiar patterns to break down unfamiliar grooves.
- Flash Light November 2007
by George Clinton, Bernie Worrell, and Bootsy Collins
- Endless Variation November 2007
Throw in even minor variations, and the jam never ends.
- Walking Through November 2007
Create strong synth bass lines with half-step motion on weak beats.
- Synths, Stars, and True Colors, Continued December 2007
Cyndi Lauper and Vince Clarke discuss analog synths and fruitful mistakes, past and present.
- Korg R3 October 2007
However impressive full-fledged workstations get, compact synths of four octaves or less have undeniable appeal. It boils down to what they let you do on impulse — like throwing one in your car (or motorcycle saddlebag) for a gig, or ...
- Amen! October 2007
Create musical motion with classic church suspensions and cadences.


