[Harp-L] plagarism

["Glenn Weiser" <celticguitar1@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

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Date: Sat, 30 Jun 2007 15:47:42 -0700 (PDT)
From: Joe Lempkowski <mr_jlemko@xxxxxxxxx>
Subject: [Harp-L] Re: plagarism
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Glenn wrote:

"I wrote out 70 Little Walter solos in as yet
unpublished book, and 21 harp solos published in the
book "Master's of the Blues Harp."

Why would a person that feels so strongly about this
topic write a book that pretty much guarantees that
the reader is going to do something which you consider
horrifying or unethical?

What's worse?  Copying someones solos or making a
quick buck by doing something that will reinforce and
promote behavior which you (as the author) considers
unethical?

Maybe you should burn those transcriptions.
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Jazz players have transcribed or otherwise learned solos from the greats 
forever. Transcribed solos allow you study the technique, phrasing, etc of 
the greats as starting point for you own improvising, which is exactly what 
my books says.  That's what the legit purpose of learning these solos is. 
These solos can also be misused, though, which is amy point in this thread.
Below is Charlie Musselwhite's foward to my book. Read this and see what you 
think.
-Glenn

This is a VERY cool book. About the coolest harp instruction book I've ever 
read. Whether you're just beginning or already well on your way to mastering 
blues harp, you'll love this book.

You will find a great variety of styles by well-known artists that will 
round out your knowledge of blues harp. Their techniques are explained and 
represented in the written music and tablature, which are easy to read and 
comprehend. I don't know of another book that covers tongue blocking so 
thoroughly. And tongue blocking is pretty important in playing blues.

Having the actual solos from recordings written out this way allows you to 
follow with your eyes what your ears are hearing. This is a great way to 
learn. All the guesswork is taken out; it's ALL HERE. Everything you need to 
know to really get down to business and tackle playing blues with authority 
is RIGHT HERE.

You also get interesting and informative biographies of the players, which 
is good, because it gives you an insight into both the creators and current 
performers of this music.

Good luck, and let it be fun.

Charlie Musselwhite
Sonoma County, California.
May 2000