Lessonface Tracks and Charts by Duane Denison and Brian Kotzur
About Lessonface Tracks and Charts by Duane Denison and Brian Kotzur
The play-along songs in this collection are original tunes from Duane Denison and Brian Kotzur based on various styles from the past and present. The objective is to give players a chance to work on different elements of guitar while playing along with pre-recorded instrumental tracks. Each song has a corresponding chart which provides all the necessary details in treble clef, tablature, and chord symbols. Verbal notes are also included, detailing the stylistic origins of each track and imparting some practical playing tips.
Tracks Included:
1) West Side
2) M.C. Style
3) Byzantine Boogie
4) Dub Town
5) Grunge City
6) Diddley-Dee
7) Windy City
8) Drop Down
9) Zig Zag
10) Indie H.C.
11) Bloozy Shuffle
The material on this album is meant to provide a framework for players to develop their own style and technique. Some players will want to start by simply playing along with the rhythm section and setting a solid foundation. For others, these tracks provide an opportunity to improvise and work on solos and parts in a structured setting similar to an actual recording session. In addition to the complete play-along track, each song has an alternate version where Denison plays an improvised “example” part over the track.

Duane Denison
Duane Denison first came to public notice through his work with Chicago based alternative rock band The Jesus Lizard, whose albums "Goat" and "Liar" made Rolling Stone magazine's "Top 100 Albums of the 90's" list.