Kirk answers a crop of new listener questions on topics ranging from Steve Perry's vocal technique, Art Garfunkel's guitarmonies, the Carolina Crown's viral brass section warmup, Ram Jam's chaotic riffs, and how to explain complex music theory concepts to non-musicians.

FEATURED/DISCUSSED:

• “Elbow Grease” by Scott Pemberton from Timber Rock • , 2015 • “A Song for You” by Leon Russell from Leon Russell • , 1970 • "Scissors Cut" by Art Garfunkel from Scissors Cut • , 1981 • “ Carolina Crown’s Hornline Drops the Hammer in Houston • ” • “Goodbye Yelow Brick Road” by Elton John and Bernie Taupin from Goodbye Yellow Brick Road • , 1973 • "Morning Moon" by Kanisan ft. Wishes and Dreams and “Stargazing” by Kayou via lofi girl on YouTube • Slate's Decoder Ring on “ That Seattle Muzak Sound • ,” by Benjamin Frisch • "Black Betty," traditional work song performed by Ram Jam, 1977 • LearnSomeDrums’ lesson on the drum part • for Black Betty • “Open Arms” by Journey from Escape • , 1981 • "You've Got a Friend" by Carole King from Tapestry • , 1971

OUTRO SOLOIST: Oren Kaunfer

Oren has been playing the harp for 20+ years, sitting in with bands in Brooklyn and Boston. By day he brings his harmonica, guitar, mandolin, percussion, and tons of music into his work as the Spiritual Educator at the Jewish Community Day School in Boston.

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