GT: What is it about guitar instrumentals that appeal sto you?
The guitar is normally an accompaniment instrument, apart from the solos. But it can fill the role of the singer and rhythm section combined, and it can get incredibly close to the emotions the human voice expresses. Perfect instrument for the job.
GT: What can an instrumental provide a listener that a vocal song can’t?
It can provide the listener a far more dynamic experience. The human voice will for the most part have limitations in range and tone. The guitar can cover vocal-like qualities plus a bunch more in the range and tonal department.
GT: What are the tendencies with instrumentals that you aim to embrace or avoid, such as rhythms, harmony, playing approach or tones?
I try to approach it like it’s a song written for a vocalist. I like to have verse, chorus, bridge etc. I like the melody to be as strong as possible, and memorable. The song needs motifs balanced by more random
