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I didnt know that you were supposed to tune the guitar to an open chord, and I learned to play slide with a normal tunin
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"I didn't know that you were supposed to tune the guitar to an open chord, and I learned to play slide with a normal tuning. I think it's a little more melodic that way and doesn't sound so bluesy. Of course, if I could play like David Lindley or Ry Cooder, I'd be a happy man!"

- Ken Hensley

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This quote by Ken Hensley talks to the significance of experimentation in music. He talks about how he didn't know that he was expected to tune the guitar to an open chord, but rather found out to play slide with a regular tuning. This recommends that he was willing to try something different and check out the possibilities of the instrument. He also points out that he thinks it sounds more melodic and less bluesy this way. This implies that he was looking for an unique sound and wanted to take dangers to accomplish it. Last but not least, he reveals his admiration for 2 of the greatest guitar players of all time, David Lindley and Ry Cooder. This shows that he is aware of the ability and skill of these artists, and that he desires reach their level of mastery. All in all, this quote speaks with the value of experimentation and risk-taking in music, and the affection of fantastic artists.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Ken Hensley somewhere between August 24, 1945 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from England. The author also have 18 other quotes.

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