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Day Two Hundred Sixty One

So, I finally remembered to bring home that copy of "Lungs" by Florence + The Machine! Added something to it, as well. Another co-worker had bought "On Tour, Featuring Eric Clapton" by Delaney & Bonnie a few months back, taken it home, and decided they didn't like it. They passed it off to me, because I, as they put it, "collect" music.

A quick note about the practice plan: One of the major things that will form the base structure is Steve Vai's 30 Hour Guitar Workout. I've had that at my disposal since
2004, and haven't really put it into use. I've always wanted to, but somehow it's never worked. It will work this time. Among other things that will be used are: the lead guitar DVD I got from Guitar World, and the article on the CAGED system that was in the latest issue of Guitar Techniques.

Also, I want to cover my bases stylistically as well. I'm hoping to toss in some blues, classical, and definitely some swing-type stuff to go along with the rock-edged stuff that will likely make up a big portion of the plan. And yes, there will be an acoustic side to it as well.

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