"Good improvisation communicates harmonic progression melodically. Effective melodies manipulate harmonic content through the use of guide tones and preparatory gravity notes, masterfully woven in systematic tension, release, and transparent harmonic definition."
April 26, 2009 | Chris Thile: Bach Mandolin Project
Sometimes you see a performance that just reminds you of what it is about the mandolin that is so captivating. Nothing better to do that than a good Bach Partita and the reigning king of mandolin himself, Chris Thile. Also, check out the URL link further down with the performer's personal musings and refections on Bach.
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