This is a serious question. I promise it's not an April Fools joke. I actually thought about waiting until tomorrow to post this, just in case someone did think it was a prank, but I'm too impatient to wait until tomorrow. I'll probably post an update tomorrow saying "still not a prank" just in case :P
I write lyrics, but don't play instruments. I actually found HAF by googling "atheist guitarist" to see if I could find one. Are there any musicians at HAF that would be willing to try collaborating with me? Right now, I really need a pianist but I'll settle for a guitarist if I can't find one. It would have to be for free, because I'm a broke college student.
I don't want to put the songs up on youtube, I just wanted to see what the finished songs would sound like. This one song in particular, I wanted to give to this guy that's super special to me (that's my main goal). See, how can you say no to that? ;D If you feel like you can't be arsed to write more than one song, I'll gladly work on just that one particular song and I won't bug you to do others.
I'm honestly afraid of working with Christian musicians because I've met some people (outside of the interweb) that had awful reactions to finding out I'm not a theist. I've never been rude or pushy about my beliefs, either. If you live by my area, we can do it in person in an open public space, like Central Park. If you live far away or simply don't want to meet up in person for safety reasons, we can send recordings through email. Don't feel too bad if you can't help out. I'm actually looking everywhere, all over the internet and also at my school. So even if no one at HAF can do it, I'm bound to find someone eventually that can.
I used to play bass, but havent touched it in a while since I did it as a hobby, not to pursue music career.
Oh, when you say Central park-- does that mean you live in NYC as well?
Yup, I live in NYC. I've never pursued music as a career either.
Ah! Two NYC members!!
Woo!! Yay :D
I live right on the butt of Central park north, 110th street.
You mean there's only two in the whole site? I would've thought there'd be way more than that!
Quote from: applesauce on April 01, 2012, 09:05:42 PM
You mean there's only two in the whole site? I would've thought there'd be way more than that!
It's fun. We have members from all around the world.
Quote from: applesauce on April 01, 2012, 09:05:42 PM
You mean there's only two in the whole site? I would've thought there'd be way more than that!
There may be more but Sweetdeath is the only one that springs to mind.
There may be lurkers :)
I couldn't play an instrument to save my life )as my music teacher would attest to) and I live far away in Brazil, so I couldn't be of much help either way. ;D
Good luck.
Used to be a music major in another life, but haven't played seriously in over 10 years. But it's a nice idea
Quote from: Tank on April 01, 2012, 09:09:20 PM
Quote from: applesauce on April 01, 2012, 09:05:42 PM
You mean there's only two in the whole site? I would've thought there'd be way more than that!
There may be more but Sweetdeath is the only one that springs to mind.
Awww, I feel the love <3
I have played the kitchen section for quite a few years, and like to think I can knock out a pretty mean beat. 8)
I live in Norway, however, so it might be a bit of a difficult drive to get to Central Park...
My last endeavour (last year) was a metal outfit called MetalTürd which ended as it started - in drunken mayhem. 'Twas a glorious last flicker of light from several aging, tired old metal Dads! We booked rehearsal rooms and everything...
We covered:
Warriors of Ghengis Khan - Bad News (band of The Young Ones cast)
Breaking the Law - Judas Priest
The Gods made Heavy Metal - Manowar
Blitzkrieg - Blitzkrieg
I wanna rock - Twisted Sister.
For a few months we were True Brothers of Heavy Metal but we sucked. It was a hilarious riot of fun - more fun than I ever had when I took it seriously many years previously.
Alas, I am in London, England... and am a rubbish rhythm guitarist (it took me 20 years to work that out!).
Best of luck... Death to False Metal...
If you need mixing, special effects and/or synths, I can do it over the WWW. Like Guardian85, I am in Norway.
Thanks guys! Sorry it took me so long to reply. If I end up finishing the song, I'll let you know his reaction to it! :)
I play the bassoon. Which likely isn't one the instruments you're looking for. :D
Quote from: Radiant on April 06, 2012, 05:21:48 AM
I play the bassoon. Which likely isn't one the instruments you're looking for. :D
Oooh, what exactly is a bassoon? :)
Quote from: Sweetdeath on April 06, 2012, 07:17:05 AM
Quote from: Radiant on April 06, 2012, 05:21:48 AM
I play the bassoon. Which likely isn't one the instruments you're looking for. :D
Oooh, what exactly is a bassoon? :)
It's a low double-reed woodwind instrument
Or if that means nothing to you here's (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NARPVFJlvJU) a Youtube video of somebody playing one. :D
I play drums, have for around 20 years not professionally though. But I am pretty good(I think so at least)
Quote from: Nihilist on April 06, 2012, 11:23:55 PM
I play drums, have for around 20 years not professionally though. But I am pretty good(I think so at least)
You're a drummer, too? Cool!
I have played for a good 17 years now, myself. 8)
Are you a properly trained drummer, or just some dude with a drumset in his garage?
Quote from: Guardian85 on April 07, 2012, 08:27:51 PM
Quote from: Nihilist on April 06, 2012, 11:23:55 PM
I play drums, have for around 20 years not professionally though. But I am pretty good(I think so at least)
You're a drummer, too? Cool!
I have played for a good 17 years now, myself. 8)
Are you a properly trained drummer, or just some dude with a drumset in his garage?
Aren't they the best kind? :D
Quote from: Tank on April 07, 2012, 08:34:04 PM
Quote from: Guardian85 on April 07, 2012, 08:27:51 PM
Quote from: Nihilist on April 06, 2012, 11:23:55 PM
I play drums, have for around 20 years not professionally though. But I am pretty good(I think so at least)
You're a drummer, too? Cool!
I have played for a good 17 years now, myself. 8)
Are you a properly trained drummer, or just some dude with a drumset in his garage?
Aren't they the best kind? :D
That depends on wheter you want a guy who can actually play or just beat on a drum. Big difference.
I played guitar, but never got very good because it was during my party days. Though I can pick up a guitar and learn pretty much anything pretty quick. I played clarinet from 4th grade through 8th grade and I'm sure I could relearn it in about a day. Yes I realize it is usually played by girls and no I don't care! I was young and very impressionable and my godmother played it for 8 years. Plus I loved Beavis and butthead and was surrounded by girls with a wood... wind.
Quote from: Tank on April 07, 2012, 08:34:04 PM
Quote from: Guardian85 on April 07, 2012, 08:27:51 PM
Quote from: Nihilist on April 06, 2012, 11:23:55 PM
I play drums, have for around 20 years not professionally though. But I am pretty good(I think so at least)
You're a drummer, too? Cool!
I have played for a good 17 years now, myself. 8)
Are you a properly trained drummer, or just some dude with a drumset in his garage?
Aren't they the best kind? :D
In the world of RPG, it's comparing a wizard to a sorcerer. The first rely on skill and are usually more competent in their early years, but they tend to be poor at jamming. The second rely on talent and get progressively more competent with practice. They tend to be very good improvisers.
It's kind of like that with all instruments, vocals included.
So to answer your question, for a rock band making their own music, the garage variety musicians are usually the best. For a large coordinated outfit playing off a notebook, the "properly trained" ones are best.
I'm a pianist :)
Although my time is spent sparingly...college has me in its reigns as well...:(
Set as sticky for new members to add themselves.
Quote from: Scissorlegs on April 02, 2012, 10:29:54 AM
My last endeavour (last year) was a metal outfit called MetalTürd which ended as it started - in drunken mayhem. 'Twas a glorious last flicker of light from several aging, tired old metal Dads! We booked rehearsal rooms and everything...
We covered:
Warriors of Ghengis Khan - Bad News (band of The Young Ones cast)
Breaking the Law - Judas Priest
The Gods made Heavy Metal - Manowar
Blitzkrieg - Blitzkrieg
I wanna rock - Twisted Sister.
For a few months we were True Brothers of Heavy Metal but we sucked. It was a hilarious riot of fun - more fun than I ever had when I took it seriously many years previously.
Alas, I am in London, England... and am a rubbish rhythm guitarist (it took me 20 years to work that out!).
Best of luck... Death to False Metal...
I know someone who works with Manowar. He actually goes on tour with them. He handles the keyboard orchestrations etc. Has been to Europe several times on tour.
Check out my sons' band, Hubris. http://www.facebook.com/thetruehubris They play locally, but have made a few road swings to NYC, Pittsburgh, Rochester, etc. Their first CD release is to happen shortly. I'm a musician, and I say their pretty effen good!
Quote from: Anti-antidisestablishmentarianism on April 07, 2012, 09:15:55 PM
I played guitar, but never got very good because it was during my party days. Though I can pick up a guitar and learn pretty much anything pretty quick. I played clarinet from 4th grade through 8th grade and I'm sure I could relearn it in about a day. Yes I realize it is usually played by girls and no I don't care! I was young and very impressionable and my godmother played it for 8 years. Plus I loved Beavis and butthead and was surrounded by girls with a wood... wind.
I played clarinet too, and saxophone. Met most of my early girlfriends through music, a couple of them because I sat next to them in the clarinet section. The gender imbalance didn't bother me one bit ;)
I've been playing piano for 13 years. :D I'd love to help out. Anything to get me out of the cage. :) I live in Philly though, so getting to Central Park might be a bit of a challenge. But alas, if I can still be useful, I'll try my darndest. ;D
I just got a tenor saxophone, so I shall be playing that now, too.
Here it is (http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c104/BassoonForLife/1172.jpg). It's so pretty! ;D
Quote from: Radiant on April 26, 2012, 03:54:29 AM
I just got a tenor saxophone, so I shall be playing that now, too.
Here it is (http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c104/BassoonForLife/1172.jpg). It's so pretty! ;D
Oooohh... It's hypnotizing. O_O
Quote from: Radiant on April 26, 2012, 03:54:29 AM
I just got a tenor saxophone, so I shall be playing that now, too.
Here it is (http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c104/BassoonForLife/1172.jpg). It's so pretty! ;D
That looks beautiful.
I should probably post an update. I decided to give the guy I like a lyrics video I made with windows movie maker instead. It was easier than finding musicians ;D Hooray for half-assing things! But in general, I still wanted to complete some songs just for myself, so I have three potential contacts I've found that live somewhat close to me than I can try. Thanks for trying to help everybody!
Quote from: Radiant on April 26, 2012, 03:54:29 AM
I just got a tenor saxophone, so I shall be playing that now, too.
Here it is (http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c104/BassoonForLife/1172.jpg). It's so pretty! ;D
Shiny!