Video Question: Solo Creation

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Date: March 21st, 2008 | Length: 1.49 | Instructor: Mark Lincoln

Ragdoll asks, "Hello. Long story short, I have a really big problem with coming up with solos even after seeing your response to 3jennijarre's question. Please give me tips. thank you. " Another benefit of being a member of JamPlay is the video response section. Our expert staff fields questions from our members and provides video responses each week.

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