Tuition and Advice
Getting the best from your hammond organ or keyboard
Reviews, advice and tutorials
In this Hammond organ blog, I’ve gathered together as much practical advice as possible here to help you choose, buy, maintain, restore, gig and record these incredible instruments. In my view, the Hammond organ deserves a place in every band and it’s up to us owners to keep that sound alive.
In the posts and video below, I try to answer common questions and share a few playing tips that I’ve picked up over the years. I also review new products and try to give a gigging organ player perspective on how they would fit into a rig.
I hope you find this Hammond organ blog helpful. If there’s anything you’d like me to take a look at, just get in touch.
Organ 101: I wish I Knew This Sooner!
Demystifying the Hammond Organ and Hammond playing techniques, here are some riffs and licks and all sorts that it took me ages to discover, way back when! You can have them all, now and for free!
Read MoreHow to Play Hush by Deep Purple
Hi folks, hope that you are all well? It’s a lovely day here in the UK and the sun is shining, so I jumped into the studio (inspired by a new mutual friend) and decided to show you how to…
Read MoreWhich Keyboard Did I Buy to Complement my XK-5?
Good morning team! I hope all is well in your world? I have reviewed quite a few keyboards in this last twelve months but last week I made a purchase of one of them … which one do you think…
Read MoreHow to Play Swoops and Gliss
Morning! Ever wondered how to do those violent looking organ swoops? Or “dives”, or glissando, or even “Windmilling”? Well, today I will tell you how I do it at least!
Read MoreThe Amazing Wurlitzer Theatre Organ
An organs is an organ right? Or is it? Down in Wales a few weeks ago returning some repaired PR40’s and connecting up a lovely Hammond A100 and in the middle of the room was this giant Wurlitzer. Even better…
Read MoreHammond M Solo Vs Hammond C3 Shocker
This new Hammond M-Solo is turning out to be a bit of a mini-beast. If you were a studio owner, might it worth you having one? And if so, what setup would yield the best possible sound for your money?…
Read MoreHammond M Solo: Amazing First Impressions
Last week I got my hands on the new Hammond M-Solo. In what seemed like an age I managed to get it out of the box. This week it’s plugged in and raring to go. How will it sound? Let’s…
Read MoreHammond M-Solo Unboxing
Let’s unbox the brand new Hammond M-Solo. And please consider subscribing if you enjoyed this. Thanks!
Read MoreThe Leslie 610 explained
Today we’re going to unearth the mysteries of the Lesley 610. Not many people know much about this unique cabinet and I must admit neither did I. But now I do and I want to share it with you. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ47xDf0z3RsvJ-FqLyoLIA?sub_confirmation=1…
Read MoreAn Organ player Reacts Hammond Monster
Good morning and welcome to another Organ player reacts; where I deal with the important subjects of “didn’t I wear a similar jumper last time?” . No, not really. I was sent a video from YouTube of a band and…
Read MoreHow I Play MSG Into the Arena
Hey all how are you doing? I was privileged to be asked to play the recent “Cozy bash” in support of World Animal Protection UK (Cozy’s preferred charity). I was asked to play a set of music by Michael Schenker…
Read MoreHammond Organ 101 – Tips for Keyboard and Piano players
Hi Folks, here is the ultimate 101 for beginners and session player who haven’t rocked up to a Hammond Organ before. I will take you through all the controls on the Hammond C3 and show you their equivalent on a…
Read MoreBehind the Scenes – The Classic Rock Show, Birmingham Symphony Hall Rig Run with Henry Burnett
Have you ever wanted to get behind the curtain with a large touring rock band, go back stage, meet the keyboard player and understand their motivations and preparations for a tour? I have and was extremely fortunate to get behind…
Read MoreA Hammond Organ player Reacts: Lachy Doley
I have been meaning to pass comment on Lachy for some time. He’s an amazing player and I’m green with envy at his talents. I wanted to bring him to your attention (in case you’ve been under a rock for…
Read MoreRhythm Guitar/Hammond Organ
Morning All, Hope you are well? Here’s a little vid on how to be percussive and choppy like a rhythm guitarist might be but on a Hammond Organ or keyboard. It’s a bit of drumming really but with the right…
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