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About George Armstrong
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Expertise
I can answer almost any question regarding Blues. My main interest areas are Chicago, Delta, and Texas Blues. I can explain playing techniques, song writing, and other technical aspects. I can also explain the styles and techniques of many of the artists.

Experience
I have been studying the Blues since the 1960's. I followed many of the Chicago artists from local clubs to concerts. I started playing in blues/rock bands during the early 1970's, and have continued through the years. I also sing.

Education/Credentials
I have a BS degree in Computer Science. I have 36 years of experience playing lead guitar.

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  George Armstrong 
In Category  Blues

SubjectDate Asked

Famous Blues Guitarists born in New York State9/27/2008
  Q: Any Famous Blues Guitarists born in New York State ?
  A: Ronnie Earl (born Ronald Horvath, March 10, 1953, New York) is an American blues guitarist and music ...
Stevie Ray Vaughan's gear.5/22/2008
  Q: I was wondering where are Stevie's Guitars and Amps? I know his brother maintains some of them, but ...
  A: Stevie was inducted into the Blues Hall Of Fame in 2000. It's in Tennessee. One of his guitars and a ...
what is blues like5/7/2008
  Q: hey i was just wondering what is blues like is it kool and what are the different types of blues
  A: Blues is Kool! The faster moving songs will pick you up when you're down, the slower ones will ...
the origins of blues music4/28/2008
  Q: Who was the very first "blues" artist.
  A: The "Blues" started as "Shout Outs" or "Call Outs" in the fields of the Southern U.S. One person ...
James Cotton4/17/2008
  Q: What type (key) and brand does James Cotton use? Does the microphone he uses change the sound of the ...
  A: A 532/20 is a Hohner 20 Reed Blues Harp with a wood comb. It is easy to bend the notes using this ...
James Cotton4/15/2008
  Q: What type (key) and brand does James Cotton use? Does the microphone he uses change the sound of the ...
  A: YIPPEEEEE! A real technical question!!!! James Cotton mostly uses the Hohner 532/20, key of C. He' ...
History and information about the blues3/23/2008
  Q: I was wondering if you could tell some history about blues in general. And some information about ...
  A: I picked some names for you, however, there are many more people that I suggest are Blues Pioneers. ...
History and information about the blues3/19/2008
  Q: I was wondering if you could tell some history about blues in general. And some information about ...
  A: Blues started in the rural south U.S.A. as "Call Outs" for work crews. Workers would sing out or ...
I need the name of artist or song2/21/2008
  Q: All I know about this song is that it sounds like blues, but not typical delta or Chicago blues. the ...
  A: I don't know this song, and I couldn't find it on the Blues Archives. If you have any additional ...
Luther Allison2/12/2008
  Q: Looking for album name of 1970's Luther Allison song Baby you make me mad.
  A: I don't know that song! I checked the entire discography at Luther's main web site: ...
blues2/5/2008
  Q: im doing a research thing and i would like to no about blues history and why it is so important
  A: Blues started in the rural south U.S.A. as "Call Outs" for work crews. Workers would sing out or ...
classical pianist1/30/2008
  Q: I am a classical pianist inspired to play jazz and found myself no getting anywhere. I have very ...
  A: First, I suggest listening to jazz. I have WDCB as the main button on my car radio (here in the ...
blues guitar style1/22/2008
  Q: My favorite is Sam Andrew on One Good Man (Joplin, Kozmic Blues). Sam Andrew doesn't play much like ...
  A: I thought you were asking about Sam Andrew's slide intro. However, aside from Robben Ford, you might ...
blues guitar style1/19/2008
  Q: My favorite is Sam Andrew on One Good Man (Joplin, Kozmic Blues). Sam Andrew doesn't play much like ...
  A: You've got outstanding taste. I was lucky to see Sam Andrew a couple of times here in Chicago at the ...
Finding the name of a blues song12/16/2007
  Q: I just recently downloaded a blues song, but there was no tag, or artist name attached. I only know ...
  A: I couldn't find it. It may be a new song. I'm including a URL to a Blues Archive, you can try them ...
blues question11/20/2007
  Q: a few days ago i stumbled on a radio station play lots of old blues bb king ect. some recent as ...
  A: "Monkey On My Back" is an old Blues song. I suggest trying Michael Blind-Dog Gatewood's version of ...
blus music10/18/2007
  Q: who was the first Persian to play the blues music? name some famous blues musicians? which ...
  A: If you consider that there may have been oral renditions of Rumi's or Hafez's poetry since the 13th ...
Blues Guitar10/17/2007
  Q: I too play guitar and really enjoy blues playing. Is there a web site you would recommend that has ...
  A: Please try www.e-chords.com, the basic service is free. It has Blues and as an example, I found ...
Coke Commercial10/17/2007
  Q: Theres this coke commercial playing on the radio here where this guy tells a story about bringing a ...
  A: I'm glad the Deadman Turner sounded close. At least we know it is likely a Dobro or steel guitar. ...
Coke Commercial10/12/2007
  Q: Theres this coke commercial playing on the radio here where this guy tells a story about bringing a ...
  A: The steel "dobro" guitar can have a sound a bit like a banjo. So, I think the song is "Imitation ...
Coke Commercial10/11/2007
  Q: Theres this coke commercial playing on the radio here where this guy tells a story about bringing a ...
  A: I thought I answered this follow up! Did you receive my response that I thought this might be ...
Coke Commercial10/9/2007
  Q: Theres this coke commercial playing on the radio here where this guy tells a story about bringing a ...
  A: Please tell me if the guitar has an acoustic "steel" guitar sound? Or, is the guitar an electric ...
Attracting attention with your music10/2/2007
  Q: Here's something that may or may not be in you're realm. Any references, links, etc. are most ...
  A: That's quite a set of questions you've asked. I can suggest Gigmasters. However, you'd need an ...
Tab sheets for Jazz & Blues standards9/24/2007
  Q: Can you recomend any free websites where I can find reliable, mistake-free guitar & Bass tablatures ...
  A: Please try www.e-chords.com, the basic service is free. It has Blues and Jazz. As an example, I ...
WOULD LIKE TO KNOW SONG TITLE AND ARTIST9/9/2007
  Q: THE SONG GOES HUNTING AN'T NO MO FUN NOW THAT THE RABBIT'S GOT THE GUN A MAN SINGS THIS SONG I ...
  A: The song title is "Rabbit's Got The Gun", and you can get a copy of it by several artists. I suggest ...

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