Calculated Risk

from Alternate Realities by Al Garcia

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This piece was an experiment for me. For a long time I’ve wanted to write a piece based on counterpoint in which none of the instruments play chords. Something similar to what Bach would have written had he been exposed to jazz-rock and progressive rock. All of the harmony results from the combination of three intertwining melodic lines that are played on guitar, bass, and synthesizer. The piece begins with a statement of the main theme which leads to guitar, bass, and guitar synth solos. The solos are separated by variations of the main theme. The bass solo is especially interesting. I used distortion and a Holdsworth like legato technique with the results sounding something like a cross between an elephant and a cello!

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from Alternate Realities, released May 10, 2006

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Al Garcia Los Angeles, California

Al plays 4, 5, and 6 string fretted and fretless basses and various 6 string electric and acoustic guitars. Al uses this varied sonic palette to create a wide variety of moods and textures.
Al is one of the few players who double on bass and guitar to appear in Guitar Player Magazine’s Spotlight column.
He is currently performing with the jazz/rock group Continuum. ... more

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