This week In Guitar Virtuosi 37/52

How well do you know your music? Let’s find out with a quiz that accompanies this week playlist.

The subjects du jour are : Carlos Santana, Warren Haynes, Jeff Beck, Robert Cray, Peter Frampton, Jerry Garcia , Orianthi, Warren Haynes, Jim Hall, Attila Zoller, Al Di Meola, Earl Klugh, John McLaughlin, Marc Ribot

They are the Guitar Virtuosi selected among the 424 Posts we publish this week.

QUIZ QUESTIONS
QUIZ QUESTIONS

1. Who joined Phil Lesh & Friends to perform "Fire on the Mountain" at the 2015 LOCKN' Festival?

  • A Eric Clapton and B.B. King
  • B Jeff Beck and Santana
  • C Carlos Santana and Warren Haynes

2. Which song did Jeff Beck perform at the Classic Rock Roll of Honour ceremony in 2011?

  • A Stairway to Heaven
  • B Bad Romance
  • C Hotel California

3. What album featured the original release of Robert Cray Band's "Phone Booth"?

  • A Strong Persuader
  • B Bad Influence
  • C Heavy Picks

4. which song did Peter Frampton perform during his 2019 farewell tour date in Washington, DC?

  • A While My Guitar Gently Weeps
  • B Baby, I Love Your Way
  • C Lines on My Face

5. Where was the Jerry Garcia Band performing on September 15, 1976?

  • A On a New York City cruise ship
  • B At Central Park
  • C On a rooftop in Brooklyn

6. Who sang "Soulshine" with Orianthi on September 15, 2016?

  • A Gregg Allman's daughter, Brooklyn Allman
  • B Stevie Nicks
  • C Norah Jones

7. At which festival did Warren Haynes perform "Old Friend" in 2012?

  • A Bonnaroo
  • B Glastonbury
  • C Telluride Blues & Brews Festival

8. Who composed the piece "Blues in the Closet" played by Jim Hall in 1973?

  • A John Coltrane
  • B Oscar Pettiford
  • C Thelonious Monk

9. Which Beatles song did Al Di Meola perform during the Relix Sessions in 2013?

  • A Hey Jude
  • B Blackbird
  • C Yesterday

10. What is the title of the album Earl Klugh released in 1976?

  • A Living Inside Your Love
  • B Finger Paintings
  • C Earl Klugh

11. Which fusion guitarist collaborated on the album Friendship in 1978?

  • A Al Di Meola
  • B John McLaughlin
  • C Larry Coryell

12. For what kind of performance did Marc Ribot appear at ISSUE Project Room in 2013?

  • A Solo guitar
  • B String quartet
  • C Big band

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Tracklist

1 . Carlos Santana & Warren Haynes . Fire On The Mountain (w/ Phil Lesh & Friends)

Lifted from : Carlos, Derek, Warren are among Phil Lesh's Friends (2015)

2 . Jeff Beck . Bad Romance

Lifted from : Jeff Beck is named 'Living Legend' in London (2011)

3 . Robert Cray . Phone Booth

Lifted from : Robert Cray releases 'Live From Across The Pond,' his first live album recorded at Royal Albert Hall in London (2006)

4 . Peter Frampton . Lines On My Face

Lifted from : Peter Frampton says 'Farewell' to DC (2019)

5 . Jerry Garcia . Catfish John (w/ Jerry Garcia Band)

Lifted from : Jerry Garcia boards the Duchess (1976)

6 . Orianthi . Soulshine (w/ Brooklyn Allman)

Lifted from : Orianthi shreds in California (2016)

7 . Warren Haynes . Old Friend

Lifted from : Warren Haynes perform an acoustic set (2012)

8 . Jim Hall & Attila Zoller . Blues In The Closet

Lifted from : Jim Hall meets Attila Zoller (1973)

9 . Al Di Meola . Blackbird

Lifted from : Al DiMeola releases 'All Your Life,' an acoustic album revisiting the music of the The Beatles (2013)

10 . Earl Klugh . Mr Lucky, Days of Wine and Roses

Lifted from : On radio today, Earl Klugh at WRVA in North Carolina (2010)

11 . John McLaughlin . Friendship

Lifted from : John McLaughlin plays in São Paulo (1978)

12 . Marc Ribot . Solo

Lifted from : Marc Ribot soloes in NYC (2013)

And the correct answers (in case you missed one or two) are:

1. Carlos Santana and Warren Haynes joined Phil Lesh in a jam-focused festival show. LOCKN’ 2015 highlighted such collaborations with notable guest appearances.

2. Jeff Beck strummed his way through "Bad Romance" with an instrumental flair. This reimagined pop hit closed an evening of honors.

3. "Phone Booth" gained recognition on the 1983 album Bad Influence. It was later revisited by Albert King. The song endures through Cray's compilations.

4. Peter Frampton delivered "Lines on My Face" to enthusiastic fans. This song marked an emotional moment from his farewell tour.

5. The Jerry Garcia Band played on the S.S. Duchess in NYC. The 1976 performance featured rhythmic waves and sea shanties.

6. Brooklyn Allman lent her voice to "Soulshine," performing it alongside Orianthi. Her lineage ties back to the Allman Brothers' roots.

7. Warren Haynes dazzled at the Telluride Blues & Brews Festival. His act was part of a diverse lineup that included Gov’t Mule.

8. Oscar Pettiford conceived "Blues in the Closet," a staple in jazz repertoire. Jim Hall's performance in Hannover captured this enduring classic.

9. Al Di Meola renditions included "Blackbird" at the Relix Sessions. His guitar-only arrangement provided fresh auditory insights.

10. Earl Klugh debuted his self-titled album in 1976. This release paved the way for a successful career in instrumental music.

11. John McLaughlin merged talents with L. Shankar for Friendship. Released under Shakti, this album reflects Indo-jazz explorations.

12. Marc Ribot delivered a solo guitar set for ISSUE's anniversary. His performance paid homage to the venue's history and his ongoing influence.

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