Mark2 -> RE: Kema (Jul. 25 2013 23:35:10)
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You nailed it. Paco has it all, incredible musicality in his improvisations and the chops. To me , he kills JM and Al in the trio solos. And Tonino too-great melodic improviser. Those things go beyond having the speed. Of course for those of us who don't have even the speed, Kema's chops are enviable. quote:
ORIGINAL: ToddK Speaking of chasing Paco's speed, ironically its Paco's extraordinary sense of phrasing, use of motif, and melodic instincts that are, to me, the most enthralling. The speed bursts give me a rush, but its the awesome, unforgettable melodies, and motiffs that have made me want to hear him again and again for my whole life. He's not just a gifted guitarist. No offense but most of these rumbero guys, though they can shred, just don't have much of anything going on as far as memorable melodies, interesting motif's, etc. They have mostly pre-rehearsed speedy scale patterns, but they're not really saying much musically. i always feel like they're just piddling out notes hear and there, but its really just wasting time until they get to the fast runs. I dont feel that way when i listen to Paco. I think Tonino has that gift as well. He has the tone, and the phrasing. He's saying memorable things. And he is plenty fast.
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