Season 2

Season 2 introduced electronic musical instruments such as Synths, Samplers & Drum Machines to the band line-up. It also covered genres such as Synthpop. Finally vocals were covered in the last show of the series.

1. 1. New Technology

   1987-10-20 · 25m

   How electronic developments have affected music includes the history of the synthesizer. Guests include Tony Banks and Rick Wakeman.

2. 2. MIDI

   1987-10-27 · 25m

   How to use MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface), sequencers and drum machines. Guests include drummer Omar Hakim and keyboard player Vince Clarke.

3. 3. Melody

   1987-11-03 · 25m

   An explanation of melody focuses on chord sequence and structure and singing technique. Also: clips of James Brown, Eurythmics and Bronski Beat.

4. 4. Soloing

   1987-11-10 · 25m

   An introduction to soloing techniques examines phrasing and dynamics and demonstrates how to use relative scales. Guests: Tony Banks (Genesis) and singer James Ingram.

5. 5. Guitar and Drum Synths

   1987-11-17 · 25m

   How to use synthesizers with drums, guitars and basses. MIDI controllers, and acoustic and electronic drums. Guests include drummer Bill Bruford and guitarist Allan Holdsworth.

6. 6. Rhythm

   1987-11-24 · 25m

   An explanation of rhythm focuses on two-handed playing techniques for bass, piano and drums. Elton John in concert. Also: keyboard player Jools Holland.

7. 7. Sampling and Harmony

   1987-12-01 · 25m

   Instrumental and vocal orchestration guitarist Andy Summers; keyboard player Tony Banks (Genesis); and singer Michael McDonald.

8. 8. Arrangement

   1987-12-08 · 25m

   An introduction to arrangement features a discussion of the parts of a song and a segment on the five-string bass. Guests: drummer Omar Hakim and keyboard player Tony Banks.