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 Dan Sindel featured in Electronic Musician -
July 2008
For Press Release: 06/26/08
Yet another exciting day as Dan Sindel's Symphonic Guitars earn a full page Pro-File in the media giant "Electronic Musician" magazines July 2008 issue.
Dan states: "I have been reading Electronic Musician Magazine for a very long time and it is an absolute honor and a privilege to have been featured within EM's revered pages. << read more |
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 Dan Sindel appears on the
VM UNDERGROUND - Tues May 13, 08 Internet Radio Interview
For Press Release: 05/15/08
Symphonic Guitarist Dan Sindel was live on the air around 8pm PST as Vic Mendoza the host of VM UNDERGROUND asked Dan to call in to his radio show for an interview...
<< click here to watch Dan record the bumpers/station ID tags "live" from his home studio, as Vic Mendoza the host of VM UNDERGROUND asked Dan to call in to his radio show for an interview... |
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 Dan Sindel appears live @ Conejo Valley Days Fair
Sat. May 03, 08
For Press Release: 05/08/08
Symphonic Guitarist Dan Sindel was live for 2 performances at the 2008 Conejo Valley Days Fair
Sat. May 03, 08. Dan played his guitar and showcased tracks from his debut EP "Marching In" and a good time was had by all..! << read more & watch video |
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 Ultimte Guitar - Marching In Review - April 2008
For Press Release: 04/25/08
Dan Sindel's Symphonic Guitars earn a write up in the very popular and respected website Ultimte Guitar.
The article reads: Dan Sindel delivers an incredible array of The March King’s compositions, each showcasing his unique talent for instrumental epics: quirky and lovable enough to clutch even the most apathetic listener’s attention, Sindel is a welcome innovation in the Shrek-eared modern music industry.
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 Dan Sindel featured in Guitar Player - April 08
For Press Release: 03/15/08
Yet another exciting day as Dan Sindel's Symphonic Guitars earn a write up in the granddaddy of them all "GUITAR PLAYER" Magazines April 2008 issue.
The article reads: (page 36, Speaking of "The Liberty Bell", Michael Molenda (editor in chief) says - "A lot of guitarists claim to be "orchestral" players, and the result is often dreadful to my ears, but Sindel is cagey enough to be both hilarious and enjoyable. His reading of this John Sousa march - perhaps best known as the Monty Python theme - is well arranged and goofy. It's whacked out genius!" << read more |
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 Dan Sindel endorses Seymour Duncan Pickups
For Press Release: 02/19/08
Yet another exciting day as Dan Sindel joins the Seymour Duncan "family of artists"..! Dan states: "Ever since I was a kid I was reding Guitar Player magazine and one day saw I this small little ad that said something like 'send me your pickups and I will give you any sound you want'. << read more |
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 Frankenstein Jr. receives airplay on KWTF
For Press Release: 02/19/08
Dan Sindel's hard hitting monstrous track "Frankenstein Jr." from his "Experiments In Sound" EP debuted on the internet radio monster KWTF this evening << read more |
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 Winter NAMM Wrap-Up
For Press Release: 01/21/08
Dan's CD Signing & Live Performance (Fri, Jan 18th & Sat 19th 1:30 p.m.) at TBD's booth was a great success!!!
All who came by the TBD Booth had a chance to meet Dan in person and get a “FREE" Collector's "Marching In" Advance Release Sampler CD!!! as well as watch him perform to a few John Philip Sousa favorites.
Dan states: "I am quite grateful of the hospitably of the TBD and Line6 teams and most appreciative of the invite. In my humble opinion the event was very pleasing to say the least as well as a great opportunity to share my music with so many people. LOL, it sure seemed all the good folks working the registration area had taken an opportunity to enjoy themselves as well for a few seconds when we "struck up the band" and I played my guitar along to my Sousa interpretations, playing at NAMM is a dream come true for me."
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 Winter NAMM Wrap-Up: Dan performs at Glyph Technologies Booth
For Press Release: 01/21/08
Sat Jan 19th, Dan gave a surprise live performance at the Glyph booth and all had a good time..!
Dan states: "Glyph makes some of the best hard drive solutions for digital recording and I am elated to make friends with the Glyph Team and it was an honor to be invited to play a few songs for them and their elite circle of clients". |
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 Winter NAMM Wrap-Up: Dan performs at Coloriffic Pickguards Booth
For Press Release: 01/21/08
Thu Jan 17th, Dan gave a surprise live performance at the Coloriffic booth..!
Dan states: "This was just so much fun! While at the NAMM breakfast I was seated next to Martina and Daren of Coloriffic and introduced myself to them and as we got to talking I shared a copy of my CD with them and in turn they invited me to bring my guitar up to their booth and have a go... Needless to say I agreed and it was a great experience and I really got to see how amazing a product they turn out, their custom pickguards are "first class" and I can't wait to update a few of my guitars with their pickguards and not only that but they are 100% powered by Solar, how cool is that..!" |
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 Dan Sindel to appear at Winter NAMM
For Press Release: 01/09/08
CD Signing & Live Performance
Fri, Januay 18th & Sat 19th 1:30 p.m.
Total Brand Delivery Booth 1201 :: Location - Lower E Hall
2008 is starting off with a BANG! as Dan is set to give his first public performance of "Marching In" - A Tribute to the "March King"-
John Philip Sousa at Winter NAMM (Anahiem Convention Center).
Come on by the TBD Booth and meet Dan in person and get a “FREE" Collector's "Marching In" Advance Release Sampler CD!!!
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 Dan Sindel’s NAMM performance is powered by Line6!
For Press Release: 01/12/08
In a fantastic turn of events, Line6 (the premier amplifer “Modeling Pioneers”) stands behind Dan’s performance at Winter NAMM @ the TBD booth by supplying a 2×12 Spider Valve™ amp with a Bogner (world-class tube amplifier) front end.
Dan states: “this is a dream come true! Not only being able to play at NAMM but to also have one of the top musical manufactures standing behind me in my corner is very, very AWESOME..! The new Line6 Spider Valve™ amp is an amazing combination of a digital modeling front end and the warmth of a real tube power section… you won’t believe your ears, this amp is dangerous..! I have been playing through the FlextoneIII for a few years now and I am getting quite serious about buying in to the new technology.”
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 Dan Sindel Proudly Plays Washburn Guitars
For Press Release: 11/09/07
It has been an exciting year for Dan Sindel as he closes out the year and becomes part of the Washburn Guitars family of artists.
Dan states: “I love the playability of Washburn Guitars, I have used the WD32SCE extensively on my upcoming CD and it is such a pleasure to record with, the sound is warm and resonant and the low profile neck makes it very easy to perform extremely intricate passages with ease, I am quite honored to be part of the Washburn “family of artists” and look forward to great things in the future..! |
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 Steve Sykes onboard to mix “Marching In”
For Press Release: 11/09/07
We are extremely pleased to announce that multi-platinum producer/engineer Steve Sykes has been brought onboard to lend his amazing musical talents in mixing a pair ("The Washington Post" and "King Cotton") of Dan's tracks for his upcoming CD Release “Marching In” - A tribute to the March King, John Philip Sousa.
"Marching In" has a tentative release date in March 2008.
Steve brings quite a lot to the table as he is a very accomplished musician himself as he started his career as a session guitarist and member of various bands with such greats as Stanley Clarke and John Oates (Hall & Oates fame) to name a few. His vast experience working with Orchestra, TV & Film and many top name artists in the industry brings Dan's music to new heights.
http://www.stevesykes.com << See Steve's discography |
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 “Dan Sindel Proudly Uses Dr. Ducks AxWax”
For Press Release: 11/03/2007
Dan States: “All my recordings have one thing in common; DR. Ducks Ax Wax is “in” every note”…
If you are serious about your guitar playing check into http://www.ducksdeluxe.com
*Just a few of the Guitar Builders That Use Dr.Ducks Ax Wax In Production
Fender Guitars - Martin Guitars - Guild Guitars - Gretsch Guitars - Dan Electro Guitars - Fernandes Guitars
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 Dan Sindel featured on Shockwaves/HardRadio podcast #22
For Press Release: 10/19/07
We are pleased to announce that Dan Sindel has been included in the Shockwaves/HardRadio podcast #22:
It is an honor as Dan’s original composition “Frankenstein Jr.” from the “Experiments in Sound” series had been chosen amongst some of Metal’s best. This is the second Indie Rock/Metal Music Podcast. Host Bob Nalbandian features music from 30 unsigned/independent artists from all over the world ranging from all styles of hard rock and metal.
Thank you Bob, your continued commitment in supporting the music scene and “Keeping it Alive” is greatly appreciated..!
**Dan’s track closes out the show about 58 minutes in but “LISTEN TO THE ENTIRE SHOW” as there are some amazing bands that you do not want to miss..!
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iTunes link to Shockwaves/HardRadio Podcast
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 Carmen Rizzo onboard to mix “Marching In”
For Press Release: 09/20/07
In an unprecedented move, multi-platinum, two-time Grammy nominee producer/engineer extrodinaire Carmen Rizzo agrees to add his talents in helping mix two tracks ("Semper Fi" and "The Thunderer") for Dan's debut CD effort “Marching In” - A tribute to the March King, John Philip Sousa.
Dan states: “I was reading the August edition of Electronic Musician and was taken in by Carmen’s cover story... [ more ] |
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 Fearless Radio - Dan Sindel Interview
by SouthSide on the Town
- 09/10/2007 -
Hey, Fearless fans, SouthSide’s a enjoying much need vacation in LA soaking up some California rays on Venice Beach. However it was not all fun for this reviewer because she was there to snag another exclusive interview her good friend, Dan Sindel. This talented musician granted SouthSide an all-access glimpse at “what’s new and happening” since his last interview over a year ago. Currently, Dan Sindel has been making quite a name for himself by breathing new life into such classical compositions like Mozart’s String Quartet No1 K80 Menuetto and Shubert’s Serenade. With his unique interpretation of these pieces, Sindel is able to introduce a new genre of music called Symphonic Guitar
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 DMusic’s June Spotlight Interview
- 06/04/2007 -
Dan Sindel is named "June's Spotlight Artist " by DMusic and is interviewed by Israfel
When Dan Sindel was in 4th grade someone stuck a trumpet in his hands and he has been making what he describes as a “joyful noise” ever since. This lifelong Los Angeles, California resident has made music the greatest part of his life. When he was in junior high school Dan learned to play the trombone and French horn while playing in the school orchestra. He used that opportunity to better understand how to read music and how to integrate with other musicians on many levels. [ read the full interview ] |
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 Dan Sindel Proudly Plays Godin Guitars
(June 04, 2007) An exciting day as Dan Sindel becomes part of the Godin Guitars family of artists
Dan states: “Godin Guitars are AMAZING..! I am so happy to be part of their ‘family of artists’ as Godin’s level of craftsmanship and aesthetics are just stunning.” When I played their instruments at the Winter NAMM Show I instantly fell in love with the high quality, innovative use of technology and history of the company! I am always in search of new tones and the advancements Godin have been making with the integration of MIDI is extremely exciting.
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<< see who plays Godin Guitars! |
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 FeedBurner Featured Podcast - Episode #20: Symphonic Guitars
For Press Release: May 2, 2007
We are pleased to announce that Dan Sindel “Symphonic Guitars” Podcast has been selected to be the FeedBurner Featured Podcast ( Episode #20: Symphonic Guitars)
“Life may be a bittersweet symphony, but Dan Sindel’s Symphonic Guitars are purely pleasing to listen to. Rock on with these jammin’ renditions of some classic tunes” . Dan says: “While my guitar is the heart and soul of my orchestral scores, FeedBurner is the heart and soul of my blog and podcast feeds.” This episode features Pachelbel’s “Canon in D Major” and the beloved traditional Irish Melody “Danny Boy.”
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 Dan Sindel Proudly Plays Peterson Tuners
(Apr 23, 2007) An exciting day as Dan Sindel becomes part of the Peterson Tuners family of artists.
After yet another ground breaking introduction at the 07' Winter NAMM show Dan was immediately inspired by the high quality, innovative use of technology and history of the company !
Dan states: “I am absolutely thrilled to be part of Peterson Tuners “family of artists”… They have an amazing legacy in the music industry and there is not one major act I can think of who throughout the years have not had a Peterson Tuners by their side! The craftsmanship and engineering that goes into their tuners is stunning. My recordings involve lots of different guitars and many different layered tracks and I need the “ultimate system” to keep everything in tune…
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Dan Sindel Proudly Plays GHS/Rocktron!
(Apr 04, 2007) Yet again an exciting day as Dan Sindel becomes part of the GHS Strings / Rocktron Technology family of artists.
After another ground breaking introduction at the 07′ Winter NAMM show Dan was instantly impressed by the professionalism of the company!
Dan states: “This is what dreams are made of..! I have been playing GHS Boomers forever and refuse to accept any substitutions… Becoming part of the GHS Family is a dream come true and I am completely honored that they believe in me as an artist and I truly look forward to a very exciting working relationship with GHS”
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 The "Marching In" sessions take place...
"Rick Shlosser" joins Dan Sindel
in the studio..!
- 09/01/2006 -
Professional drummer extraordinaire "Rick Shlosser" whose performance and recording credits include Alice Cooper, Rod Stewart, Van Morrison, Diana Ross, Lionel Ritchie, Cher, Etta James, George Benson, Chuck Berry, Edgar Winter and White Trash, Boz Scaggs, Bonnie Raitt, Stanley Clarke, Kenny Rogers, Jack Mack and the Heartattack, Little Feat, James Taylor, Waylon Jennings, Hughes Corporation, Burton Cummings, Eric Carmen, Dusty Springfield, The Carpenters, Harry Nilsson, Nicolette Larson, John Stewart, Juice Newton, Maria Muldaur, The Commodores, Paul Anka, Ronnie Hawkins, Leo Sayer, Manhattan Transfer, Barry Manilow, Nils Lofgren, Ricky Nelson, Patrick Simmons, Lee Ritenour, Rita Coolidge, Bill Medley, Mike Bloomfield, Joan Baez, Dolly Parton, Del Shannon, Garland Jeffreys, Art Garfunkel, David Soul, Janice Ian, The Dirt Band, Air Supply, The Bellamy brothers, Johnny Rivers, Emmylou Harris, Linda Ronstadt and Natalie Cole and many many more, tracked 7 of John Philip Sousa's most loved Marches (including: "Semper Fidelis", "The Thunderer", "Washington Post", "King Cotton", "The Liberty Bell", "The Stars and Stripes Forever" as well as Sousa's arrangement of "The Star Spangled Banner" written for the 1892 Chicago World's Fair... at RADD Studios, North Hills, CA
Dan's scheduled 2008 CD release "Marching In" features his eclectic, symphonic guitar orchestrations as he sets forth to recreate the entire symphony with an army of guitars... |
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 Dan Sindel is named "February's Spotlight Artist" by Fearless Radio
Feb 10, 2006 - by Sr. Member CinnamonGirl
This month's spotlight artist is a very talented friend of mine from LA who recreates classical compositions such as John Philip Sousa's Stars and Stripes Forever giving them a new lease through his unique interpretations...on guitar. Dan Sindel's renditions of the classical masters demonstrates his excellent mastery for the instrument and his passion for each classical piece. For example take his interpretation of Mozart's String Quartet No.1 k80-menuetto -
[ read the full interview ]
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 "listeners light up the switchboard"
- 02/09/2006 -
Dan Sindel's latest Demo CD "Excerpts From Handel's Messiah" received airplay on BayFM 99.9 Community Radio, Byron Bay, Australia and listeners "lit up the switchboard" calling in for a chance to win a copy of the CD..! << read more
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 Dan Sindel places first in the Classical Category
In the Second Annual 2005 DMusic Awards with his performance of "Vivaldi Four Seasons-Spring" and places Second in the Latin Category for his performance of "Aeolian".
Many Thanks go out to all who "voted" and to those who had "donated their time"!
DMusic is "The Independent Digital Music Community
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 Dan Sindel featured on Homegrown PodCast #6 (December 18, 2005)
HomeGrown is a weekly podcast dedicated to new unsigned, unpublished, under-represented independent music, poetry and prose. The programme is presented by Nic Treadwell, Birmingham UK
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 In Memory of Ted Greene
(The Chord Chemist) - Legendary Jazz Guitarist
Sept. 26, 1946 - July 26, 2005
He was my teacher and "friend"...
For over 20 years (on and off) I had studied with Ted and he was such an outstanding and amazingly intellectual person I will miss Ted greatly! |
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