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Christian McGuire
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I have a Commodore 64 & I'm not afraid to use it!



PIG’S EYE (i.e. St. Paul), Minnesota
United States

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Member Since9/23/2005
Band Websitegrianeala.com
Band MembersGreen Pyramids 1996-2000
Krystal MacKay(composer, Guitar, Vocals, Flute, Keys)
Scott Bruce (percussion)
Christian McGuire (electric bass, upright bass, backing vocals)
http://www.globalgraffiti.com/band_pages/pyramids.htm

Nero's House Band 1993-1996
Mark Brodin (composer, Guitar, vocals)
Emmett Dacey (percussion)
Christian McGuire (electric bass, backing vocals)

Solar Plexus 1990-1991
Andrew Ford (Electric Guitar)
Christian Vince (Semi-Acoustic Guitar)
Christian McGuire (electric bass, lead vocals)
Daniel Howard (percussion)

Christian McGuire at ActiveBass.com http://www.activebass.com/members/christianmcguire/

Solo website:
http://www.myspace.com/grianeala
My ongoing project, Mod Red + This is where I keep a lot of my scratch recordings (just me a cheap 4-track) Also a couple Solar Plexus practice sessions recorded on a mono-dictaphone back in 1991. -

Augsburg College - Instructor Music History & Improv Combo Ensembles

McNally Smith College of Music (fka MusicTech) - Instructor Music History & Theory

Minnesota High School Music Listening Contest - Musicologist & Author

University of Minnesota School of Music - MA Musicology (in progress)
* U-Jive

Luther College - BA Philosophy/ minor Classics (1992)
* University of Nottingham (1990-1991)
* Larsen Hall Government, Secretary 1991-1992
* Delta Alpha Delta, Luther's oldest sorority
* Kappa Phi Tau, Luther's oldest fraternity - and then we died
* KWLC Radio - The Jazz Comedy Hour from 7-10 with Mike and Chris (1988-89) / Rock Classics (Fall of 1989)
* Environmental Concerns
* Peace Prize Forum
* Fencing Club, Secretary / Treasurer (1988-1990)
* Dead Language Symposium, Co-founder & Magister Bibendi Emeritus
* Norsemen & Cathedral Choir - (too good for Nordic)
* Norseless Headmen, Cafeteria song and hijinks
* Da Udder Boys, bassist and backing vocals (1989)

InfluencesSee my Blog regarding my influences, favorite music, films, books etc
Sounds LikeGood Music
Record LabelGrianeala Publishing
Type of LabelIndie


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   About Christian McGuire



A native of northeastern Iowa, K. Christian McGuire is a Saint Paul, Minnesota based instructor, composer, author, carpenter, clinician, electric bassist and musicologist whose primary research interests lie with Historical Musicology, Philosophy, Anthropology and Philology (and anything else that pertains to primary sources [Paleography / Codicology and Archaelogy] of XI-XIII Century development of liturgical practices in the Rheinland.

McGuire serves on the faculty at Augsburg College in Minneapolis, MN where he teaches music history, music fundamentals, and small group improvisation ensembles. He also designed and teaches the curriculum for Augsburg's Electric Bass program the first of its kind which incorporates classical orchestral, ensemble, solo works written specifically for the instrument.

He has also served as an adjuct instructor of Music History at the McNally-Smith College Music in St. Paul, MN since 2005 and was on the team that co-developed the NASM approved Music History sequence for its baccalaureate programs.

Between 2004 and 2008, he served on the board for the Minnesota High School Music Listening Contest as musicologist, authoring & editing study guides and 3 CDs worth of musical samples (authored: 2004-05(08-09), 2005-06 and 2007-08 study guides, edited 2006-07(98-99).

As a composer, he specializes in pedagological works. His Spring Suite for Young Voices (available in multiple transpositions) was a commissioned work where each movement is designed to exercise specific musical elements. For instance the 3rd mvt, "I Know" utilizes a blatant sarabande rhythm in homophonic texture. Choristers are expected to work on precise attacks & releases at really soft dynamics without dropping pitch.

As a performer, McGuire is probably best known for his work as a recording session bassist and arranger as well as his past work in the 1990s with the Twin Cities based Green Pyramids and Nero's House Band. In recent years he has dedicated much of his time to both conducting and playing bass in musical theatre especially with those organizations focused on arts education such as Ashland Productions.

An electric bassist for nearly 25 years with experience in every conceivable setting, Christian is currently writing a book / multi-media manual on the history, performance practice, technique and repertoire of the electric bass in non-popular music genres. The work promises to be the one stop source for composers and performers who wish to incorporate the many timbres of this remarkable instrument.

Websites:
http://www.grianeala.com
http://www.myspace.com/christianmcguire
http://www.activebass.com/members/christianmcguire/
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May 5 2009 4:15 AM

Hey! We've got a big show at the Fine Line this Saturday night, May 9th with a pretty stellar line-up! Hope to see you there!! Cheers~Dave & BTS
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Oct 29 2008 2:22 PM

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Jul 17 2008 5:40 PM

Have a "Awsome" weekend coming! Hope you're doing well and in good spirits.

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Apr 28 2008 10:35 PM

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Mar 10 2008 6:09 AM

yes, I got a WHA-WHA pedal and I'm not afraid to use it! :-p

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Feb 18 2008 3:27 AM

Dear K Christian,
Hey, It takes me awhile. I sure enjoyed listening to your latest bass recording. I also forwarded your sites to my friend Ann. HS choral director at our local HS. She is interested in the Hildegard chants. Hope all is well.
Love ya,
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This is your first birthday comment made of money...oh wait How old is that joke now?
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Feb 13 2008 4:47 PM

Love the new flamenco riff, but...

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