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Patrick St. Claire
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Mr. St. Claire began his music career in 1984 playing several small gatherings in the San Francisco area. Over the next several years, he collaborated with many musicians as a rhythm guitarist and arranger. During the late 1980's, he studied classical guitar with O. Nicolas Raths in Minneapolis. During this period he played several studio sessions with Marco Undersong and the late Joseph Behrend.
The years 1998 to 2004 found Mr. St. Claire developing a new technique and writing music for solo guitar. The style was once described as "neo-classical, with an interesting aftertaste".
He is currently a composer and instructor of solo guitar.
The years 1998 to 2004 found Mr. St. Claire developing a new technique and writing music for solo guitar. The style was once described as "neo-classical, with an interesting aftertaste".
He is currently a composer and instructor of solo guitar.
Why this name?
One needs a name to get a drivers' license.
Do you play live?
Once in a while I'll play an outdoor art festival or a coffeehouse gig. I mostly spend my time in a home studio.
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
The internet is a great tool for upcoming/independent musicians. It's useful for marketing and promotion as well as a forum to make you a better performer. It also allows for worldwide communication and collaboration between artists.
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
Under the right terms.
Band History:
I've played for years. Everything from bottle-dodging bar band to black-tie classical events. I finally settled in to the classical/crossover/contemporary/fingerstyle genre. It's a comfortable place.
Your influences?
Fernando Sor, Francesco Tarrega, Andres Segovia, John Williams, Leo Kottke, Stuart Copeland
Favorite spot?
Montana still inspires me.
Equipment used:
Taylor 855, Aria 554, Gibson Les Paul Jr., Vox amps, Presonus preamp/ADA converter, Sterling microphones, Apple G4.