December 28, 2011
December 13, 2011
Solo Acoustic Guitar Video, MP3 Recordings & Testimonials
MP3 Recordings – Click on the highlighted song titles to listen.
America The Beautiful, written by K. Bates/S. Ward, arrangement by Chris J. Carter ©2011. America The Beautiful
Celebration, Chris J. Carter ©2011. Celebration
Victory, Chris J. Carter ©2010. Victory
Falling Leaves, Chris J. Carter ©2011. Falling Leaves
Serenade, Chris J. Carter ©2011. Serenade
Bad Moon Rising, written by John Fogarty, arrangement by Chris J. Carter ©2011. Bad Moon Rising
Lookin’ Out My Back Door, written by John Fogarty, arrangement by Chris J. Carter ©2011. Lookin’ Out My Back Door
Suburban Sunrise, Chris J. Carter ©2009. Suburban Sunrise
Testimonials:
“Chris’s music was a great compliment to the festivities! We thoroughly enjoyed it.” Tricia, private party coordinator, Oakley Country Club, Watertown, MA.
“Chris was a delight! The music was just perfect for our member’s dinner. It created a beautiful atmosphere and all of the guests thoroughly enjoyed Chris’s tunes. I will definitely book him again.” Melodi Caruso, club manager, Valley Country Club, Warwick, RI.
“Hearing Chris play classic music acoustic style made me want to sing and dance along. It definitely added a nice touch to our bridal show, getting the mood for our brides on their wedding day.” Erin Scharf, public relations manager, Making Memories Breast Cancer Foundation, event at the Sheraton Boston, Boston, MA.
“We had a wonderful evening listening to Chris on guitar. What a great selection of music!” Nancy, patron, Andover Inn, Andover, MA.
“Sounds great! Was nice to have music during dinner and the song selection was perfect.” Lynn, bartender, Oak Hill Country Club, Fitchburg, MA.
“Great music, excellent repertoire.” Rodrigo, restaurant manager, Oak Hill Country Club, Fitchburg, MA.
“It was perfect for Valentine’s Day! It was so relaxing! Kept you in the calm, relaxed mood.” Teresa, restaurant server, Holiday Inn, Nashua, NH.
“Chris was perfectly suited for playing at the Attleboro Arts Museum. His talent and professional approach were of the highest level. He is a diverse musician with a great style.” Mim Fawcett, executive director at Attleboro Arts Museum, Attleboro, MA.
“Melodic, relaxing and beautiful. The music was a perfect fit for our exhibit.” Kerry, Attleboro Arts Museum, Attleboro, MA.
“Thanks Chris. Your music was great and made our guests feel welcome at our grand re-opening at the Holiday Inn.” Mary Labrie, bar manager at the Holiday Inn, Nashua, NH.
“Sounded great! Absolutely made for a warm atmosphere! Our guests were thrilled!” Cindy, sales manager at the Holiday Inn, Nashua, NH.
“The entertainment at the Holiday Inn was wonderful for our open house on Nov 4th, 2010. Very relaxing and nice.” Kelly T., bartender at the Holiday Inn, Nashua, NH.
“Chris, thanks for the great performance at Truffles! The song mix was perfect for the evening.” Howard, owner of Truffles Grille and Wine Bar, Milford, MA.
“The smooth sound mixed with the atmosphere of the evening. Well known hits we all know and love.” Meg, waitress at Grill on The Hill Restaurant, Worcester, MA.
May 31, 2011
Gig Schedule
Upcoming:
Tuesday, June 19th, Private Graduation Party.
Past:
Sunday, May 13, Segregansett Country Club, Taunton, MA, 11:30-2:30 p.m. Mother’s Day brunch.
Friday, May 18, Tatnuck Country Club, Worcester, MA, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Dinner hours.
Wednesday, April 11, Courtyard by Marriott, Lincoln, RI, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. private event.
Sunday, April 8, Holiday Inn, Enfield, CT, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Easter brunch.
Saturday, March 31, Ocean Beach, New London, CT, 6:00-8:00 p.m. private event.
Saturday, March 17, 2012, Brae Burn Country Club, Newton, MA, 6:00-9:00 p.m. Member Dining Area.
Friday, March 16, 2012, Tatnuck Country Club, Worcester, MA, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Dinner hours.
Wednesday, March 14, 2012, Squantum Association, East Providence, RI, 11:30-2:00 p.m. St. Patrick’s Luncheon.
Friday, March 2, 2012, Wellesley Country Club, Wellesley, MA, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Dinner hours.
Thursday, December 15, 2011, Oakley Country Club, Watertown, MA, private event.
Saturday, December 10, 2011, Oakley Country Club, Watertown, MA, private event.
Saturday, November 20, 2011, Angelica’s Restaurant & Functions, Middleton, MA, private event.
Friday, November 18, 2011, Middleboro Elks, Middleboro, MA, 7:30-10:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 17, 2011, Grafton Inn, Grafton, MA, 8:00-10:00 p.m.
Friday, November 4, 2011, Middleboro Elks, Middleboro, MA, 7:30-10:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 3, 2011, Grafton Inn, Grafton, MA, 8:00-10:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 20, 2011, Grafton Inn, Grafton, MA, 8:00-10:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 6, 2011, Grafton Inn, Grafton, MA, 8:00-10:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 2, 2011, Harvest Cafe, Hudson, MA, Sunday Brunch, Music 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Thursday, September 22, 2011, Grafton Inn, Grafton, MA, 7:00-9:30 p.m. Dinner hours.
Friday, September 16, 2011, Tatnuck Country Club, Worcester, MA, private event.
Saturday, September 10, 2011, Oak Hill Country Club restaurant, Fitchburg, MA, private event.
Friday, September 9, 2011, Valley Country Club, Warwick, RI, private event.
Thursday, September 8, 2011, Grafton Inn, Grafton, MA, 6:00-8:30 p.m. Dinner outside on the patio.
Wednesday, September 7, 2011, Andover Inn, Andover, MA, 6:30-9:00 p.m. Dinner hours.
Wednesday, August 24, 2011, Andover Inn, Andover, MA, 6:30-9:00 p.m. Dinner hours.
Friday, August 19, 2011, Grill On The Hill (Green Hill Golf Course), Worcester, MA, 6:30-9:00 p.m.
Thursday, August 11, 2011, Grafton Inn, Grafton, MA, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Dinner outside on the patio.
Saturday, August 6, 2011, Grill On The Hill (Green Hill Golf Course), Worcester, MA, 6:30-9:00 p.m.
Friday, August 5, 2011, Grill On The Hill (Green Hill Golf Course), Worcester, MA, 6:30-9:00 p.m.
Friday, July 29, 2011, Grill On The Hill (Green Hill Golf Course), Worcester, MA, 6:30-9:00 p.m.
Thursday, July 28, 2011, Grafton Inn, Grafton, MA, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Dinner outside on the patio.
Wednesday, July 27, 2011, Andover Inn, Andover, MA, 6:30-9:00 p.m. Dinner hours.
Wednesday, July 20, 2011, Andover Inn, Andover, MA, 6:30-9:00 p.m. Dinner hours.
Friday, July 15, 2011, Tatnuck Country Club, Worcester, MA, private event.
Thursday, July 14, 2011, Grafton Inn, Grafton, MA, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Dinner outside on the patio.
Sunday, July 10, 2011, Sunday Brunch at the Andover Inn, Andover, MA, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 9, 2011, Hampden Country Club, Hampden, MA, private event.
Wednesday, July 6, 2011, Andover Inn, Andover, MA, 6:30-9:00 p.m. Dinner hours.
Friday, July 1, 2011, Valley Country Club, Warwick, RI, private event.
Thursday, June 30, 2011, Grafton Inn, Grafton, MA, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Dinner outside on the patio.
Wednesday, June 29, 2011, Andover Inn, Andover, MA, 6:30-9:00 p.m. Dinner hours.
Sunday, June 26, 2011, Elks Lodge, Franklin, MA, 11:00-2:00 p.m. “Touch A Truck” public event.
Thursday, June 16, 2011, Grafton Inn, Grafton, MA, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Dinner outside on the patio.
Wednesday, June 15, 2011, Andover Inn, Andover, MA, 6:30-9:00 p.m. Dinner hours.
Monday, June 13, 2011, Courtyard Marriott, Cromwell, CT, 25th Anniversary private event.
Saturday, June 11, 2011, Brides Champagne Brunch, Sheraton Boston Hotel, Boston, MA, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 11, 2011, Private Graduation Party, Milford, MA.
Friday, June 10, 2011, Grill On The Hill (Green Hill Golf Course), Worcester, MA, 6:30-9:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 1, 2011, Andover Inn, Andover, MA, 6:30-9:00 p.m. Dinner hours.
Saturday, May 28, 2011, Oak Hill Country Club restaurant, Fitchburg, MA, 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 21, 2011, Private anniversary party at the Marlboro Country Club, Marlboro, MA.
Sunday, May 15, 2011, Private brunch at the Hampden Country Club, Hampden, MA.
Saturday, May 14, 2011, Walpole Country Club restaurant, Walpole, MA.
Sunday, May 8, 2011, Mother’s Day brunch, DoubleTree Hotel, Bedford, MA.
Saturday, May 7, 2011, Oak Hill Country Club restaurant, Fitchburg, MA, 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Sunday, May 1, 2011, Hopkinton Cultural Arts, open house, Hopkinton, MA, 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 30, 2011, Oak Hill Country Club restaurant, Fitchburg, MA, 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 24, 2011, Holiday Inn, Nashua, NH, Easter brunch, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 23, 2011, Oak Hill Country Club restaurant, Fitchburg, MA, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Sunday, April 10, 2011, Hampden House Banquet Facility, Hampden Country Club, Hampden, MA, 11:30-3:00 p.m.
Thursday, April 7, 2011, Private event at Holiday Inn, Peabody, MA.
Sunday, March 6, 2011, Bridal Wine Tasting, Wentworth By The Sea Country Club, Rye, NH, 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Sunday, Feb 20, 2011, Holiday Inn, Nashua, NH, brunch 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Saturday, Feb 12, 2011, Holiday Inn, Nashua, NH, 5:30-8:00 p.m.
Sunday, Jan 23, 2011, The Fitchburg Art Museum, Fitchburg, MA, The Jude Peterson Photography Collection, $7 admission, 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Thursday, Jan 6, 2011, Private party at the Wayside Inn in Sudbury, MA.
Saturday, Dec 18, 2010, Congregation Beth Israel, Worcester, MA, 8:00-9:00 p.m.
Saturday, Dec 11, 2010, Attleboro Arts Museum, Attleboro, MA, 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Saturday, Dec 4, 2010, The Original Congregational Church, Wrentham, MA, betw. 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Thursday, Nov 11, 2010, Private office party in Natick, MA.
Thursday, Nov 4, 2010, Holiday Inn, Nashua, NH, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Friday, Oct 22, 2010, Grill On The Hill (Green Hill Golf Course), Worcester, MA, 6:15 p.m.
Thursday, Oct 14, 2010, Truffles Grille & Wine Bar, Milford, MA, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Friday, Oct 8, 2010, Grill On The Hill (Green Hill Golf Course), Worcester, MA, 6:15 p.m.
Friday, Sept 24, 2010, Grill On The Hill (Green Hill Golf Course), Worcester, MA, 6:15 p.m.
Thursday, Sept 23, 2010, Truffles Grille & Wine Bar, Milford, MA, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Sunday, Sept 12, 2010, Crowne Plaza Hotel, Natick, MA, Sunday brunch. Music from 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Saturday, Sept 11, 2010, Grill On The Hill (Green Hill Golf Course), Worcester, MA, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Thursday, Sept 9, 2010, 1790 Restaurant, Westboro, MA, 6:30 p.m. dinner.
Friday, Sept 3, 2010, Grill On The Hill at the Green Hill Golf Course, Worcester, MA, 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Sept 1, 2010, Grafton Inn, Grafton, MA, 7:00 p.m. dinner on the patio.
Thursday, Aug 19, 2010, Grafton Inn, Grafton, MA, 6:30 p.m. dinner on the patio.
Friday, Aug 13, 2010, 1790 Restaurant, Westboro, MA, 6:30 p.m. dinner.
Thursday, Aug 5, 2010, Grafton Inn, Grafton, MA., 6:30 p.m. dinner on the patio.
Friday, Jul 30, 2010, 1790 Restaurant, Westboro, MA, 6:30 p.m. dinner.
Thursday, Jul 22, 2010, Grafton Inn, Grafton, MA, 6:30 p.m. dinner on the patio.
Thursday, Jul 9, 2010, Grafton Inn, Grafton, MA, 6:30 p.m. dinner on the patio.
Thursday, Jun 24, 2010, The Wayside Inn, Sudbury, MA, private dinner party
January 18, 2011
January 2, 2011
Blues Guitar Workshops and Video
Playing the blues is a BLAST!!! This style of music helps you grow as a musician because you can improvise chord voicings, rhythms and solos whereas in rock music you’re expected to play songs as they were originally written. Participate and improve your guitar playing!
Past Workshops:
Thurs, 5/12/11, Beginner Blues Workshop #3, 7:00-8:30 p.m., Amherst Leisure Services, Amherst, MA.
Thurs, 4/14/11, Beginner Blues Workshop #2, 7:00-8:30 p.m., Amherst Leisure Services, Amherst, MA.
Mon, 4/11/11, Beginner Blues Workshop #1, 7:00-8:30 p.m., Beverly Recreation, Beverly, MA.
Thurs, 3/24/11, Beginner Blues Workshop #1, 7:00-8:30 p.m., Amherst Leisure Services, Amherst, MA.
May 24, 2010
List of Inspiring Guitarists/Bands and Songs
Lately, I’ve been asking my guitar students what kinds of music they listen to and to my surprise, some of them don’t listen to music or don’t appear to be inspired by today’s current music. So I decided to compile a list of great guitarists/bands and a handful of their songs that have inspired and influenced me through the years. By the way, this list is not finished! There’s so much more I need to add to it!
Acoustic Guitar Fingerstyle Instrumentals
Doc Watson: Windy And Warm, Doc’s Guitar, Victory Rag.
(Watch Doc play these songs on YouTube.)
Michael Hedges: Jitterboogie, Arrowhead, Oracle.
Steve Howe: Sketches In The Sun, Cactus Boogie, Second Initial.
Eric Johnson: Song For George.
Electric Guitar Rock Instrumentals
Joe Satriani: One Big Rush, Is There Love in Space, Souls of Distortion, If I Could Fly.
Steve Vai: The Blood & Tears, Jibboom, The Boy From Seattle.
Jeff Beck: What Mama Said, Hip-Notica, Another Place.
Johnny A: O’Yeah, Tex Critter.
Steve Morse: Morning Rush Hour, Runaway Train, Simple Simon.
The Hellecasters: Highlander Boogie, Passion, Hellecaster Theme.
Rush: YYZ, La Villa Strangiato.
Blues Saraceno: Friday’s Walk, Exit 21.
Energetic Hard Rock Songs
Deep Purple: Fireball, Speed King.
Van Halen: The Full Bug, Hang ‘Em High, Loss of Control.
David Lee Roth: Shy Boy, Elephant Gun, Slam Dunk!
Mr. Big: Addicted to That Rush, How Can You Do What You Do
Molly Hatchet: Flirtin’ With Disaster, Beatin’ the Odds, Edge of Sundown.
Ted Nugent: Stormtroopin’, Light My Way, Need You Bad, Violent Love.
Foo Fighters: Monkey Wrench, Everlong, I’ll Stick Around.
Stone Temple Pilots: Tumble in the Rough, Trippin’ on a Hole in a Paper Heart.
Styx: Blue Collar Man, Renegade.
Great Lyric Songs
Brad Paisley: Mr. Policeman, I’ll Take You Back, Ticks.
Rush: Countdown, Red Barchetta, Marathon, The Trees.
Frank Zappa: Dancin’ Fool, Muffin’ Man.
February 23, 2010
Stephen Covey
“The proactive approach to a mistake is to acknowledge it instantly, correct and learn from it. This literally turns a failure into a success.”
“It is not what others do or even our mistakes that hurt us the most; it is our response to those things.”
“Our response to any mistake affects the quality of the next moment.”
Stephen Covey, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.
February 18, 2010
Tom Hopkins
“Do what you hate and want to avoid most, first in your day.”
“If you want different results, you have to make different choices.”
Tom Hopkins, Advanced Sales Survival Training.
February 16, 2010
Ted Nugent
“Sometimes you give the world the best you got and get kicked in the teeth. Give the world the best you got anyway.”
Ted Nugent, Ted, White And Blue.
