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| The first in a series of original recordings from luthier, guitarist and composer Victor Baker Victor Baker Guitar and compositions Harley Magsino Bass Eric Shechter Keys (all tracks except 4, 5, and 9) Ed Kornhauser Keys (tracks 4, 5) Julien Cantelm Drums (all tracks except 6, 7 and 8) Mark Ferber Drums (tracks 6, 7 and 8) | Finding a fine balance between two creative loves, building and playing… Years ago Victor decided to forego a full time gigging and teaching career and pursue world class archtop guitar making, but never stopped his daily playing practice. He is always striving to strike a balance between his life’s work of building, playing, writing and performing. He has well over 100 compositions, some decades old. The hope is to finally document a majority of them. This is Volume 1! |
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Recorded live in Victor’s guitar workshop in San Diego California. Victor is using his personal Model 13 semi hollow guitar as well as various Model 15 guitars that he recently completed and on-hand at the time of the recordings. He also uses a Henriksen “The Bud” amplifier.
Recorded Jan 25, Feb 17, Feb 21, March 21, April 4 and April 12 2023
Model 13 serial #618: By The Rains, Champagne Stories, Diana’s Song, Token Passion, Backside Lemons
Model 15 Serial #630: The 14th Summit
Model 15 Serial #635: Idyllic, Into The Conversation, Whiskey Protocol
Artwork by Katya Mezhova
Special thanks to:
Julien and Harley- true musical brothers, you both have my deepest gratitude for taking such an interest in my music, for your immense talents, for always bringing your best and for always making this all a fun and easy hang.
Eric and Ed- I had such a blast to play with you guys and hear you on these tunes!! You guys seem to always add just the right touches. Can’t wait for more… But Eric, why the hell did you go and move to LA?!? LOL
Mark- Always a pleasure to play with you and witness your expertise. So cool that you can basically sight read all this stuff down and sound stronger on it than the guy who frig’n wrote it haha! You’re the real deal!
And a very special thanks to YOU, for taking interest in what I do and for giving this music a listen. I hope you enjoy the vibes we have created.
The Guitar Shop Sessions Volume One