Communal Musical Collaboration

As a guitarist, I have participated in a number of musical situations over the years. The dynamic of musicians is always different, and this relationship among players is one of the most defining characteristics of the music created. Whether there is backing band behind a principal writer/singer, a Mick/Keith style partnership, a singing duo or a completely open and communal group, the interaction always feels different and begs a unique approach. There is no mold.

The following video is of me playing with the Tiny Pyramids, a loose collaborative of Chapel Hill, NC based musicians from The Old Ceremony, Max Indian, and other groups (I've been playing with Tift Merritt in 2008). This is my outlet for nearly unfettered communal collaboration in an intimate setting--a welcome respite from and fuel provider for the "big show." I can't have one without the other.

The video was taken by my friend Dave Mello, who takes really cool pictures in addition to his guerrilla video work.


Untitled from dave mello on Vimeo.