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Something like "Caravan" might have worked better with the "Sitar-Guitar," something predominantly in Harmonic Minor would have probably given more the illusion of an Indian or Middle-Eastern sound. If you're familiar with Gabor Szabo, some of his stuff from the 1960s might have worked on this instrument.
Congratulations into hypothetically getting into Berklee! And I just realized why you are cranking out a new video every day this week. You are 990K subscribers and, like a woman in childbirth, it is time to PUSH! PUSH! to get over the finish line. Here's to 1M subscribers!
the micro tonal blues actually turned out really well. it sounded awesome truly. it just had that extra bit of something that really catches the ear, and I found my self just smiling like an idiot while listening for no reason. haha
I like this, fantastic. That's probably the longest Coral Sitar piece I've ever heard, it pops up all over the place over the last 40-50 years but usually as a simple riff or motif, kudos for pulling of a jazz tune all the way through.
Great video. Loved the “day drunk” description of the microtonal guitar. LOL. You should send this to Tomo Fujita to get his reaction as a Berklee prof.
I’m with Ben on the micro tonal guitar! I would’ve let you in just based on that. I have 2 cousins that went to Berklee. 1 is a jazz guitarist and the other went in playing the trumpet but came out the other end as a jazz pianist
I actually got accepted to Villa Maria here near Buffalo, NY, and very stupidly I listened to my parents when they told me it's going to be incredibly difficult if not impossible to ever make a solid career out of a music theory/jazz guitar degree. So, I went to a local community college and dropped out before the first semester is over. Now I work at a lousy vape shop making $14.00/hr, and I've NEVER forgiven myself for listening to them. ALWAYS follow your heart and your own mind. Sometimes you DO know better than they do.
I agree with Ben; the microtonal blues solo was awesome. Every time you break out that guitar, I really enjoy what you do. You have a knack for using microtones in a way that's unique, but very musical and enjoyable.
I really appreciate your openness on that second melody for the sight-reading challenge. A lot of musicians on RUclips have that kind of over-rehearsed vibe when they try things. I'm never going to be a performative musician. I've already decided that. But a lot of people who are working to get to that level might compare themselves to people on RUclips. And a lot of content creators set unrealistic expectations. It might not be intentional, but it's definitely a thing. You are a skilled guitarist, and you obviously have a lot of music theory knowledge that you know how to apply. But you're also willing to show that talented musicians can't do everything, all at the same time, in a moment's notice. And I think that's kind of what's missing when the algorithms direct traffic. It takes a lot of practice to get good at performing, and when a new piece lands on your lap, you still have to spend a lot of time on getting good at it. Our favorite bands and symphonies rehearse their butts off, no matter how long the musicians have been at it.
Hey sammyg! long time viewer, fist time commenter, just wanted to say thank you for all the entertainment and the knowledge. only 10k for the million! Well deserved!
Hey man you probably won’t read this but just know that, as a beginner guitarist, I find your creativity super inspiring. I just can’t wait until I’m good enough to start making my own music. Keep it up, bro!
Hi! Ben Levin was a student of mine during his Berklee career. I’ve been teaching at Berklee for over 30 years. I’ve given thousands of entry auditions. I agree with Ben’s take on your pieces. Very musical on both counts. There’s a couple of teachers here that specialize on microtonal stuff (not me…). If you auditioned on an electric sitar,I’d listen first, then ask why the choice of instrument and go from there. I’ve seen much weirder! You’re a great player congrats on great content!
I love Ben, he's such a great guy. My band and I have shared a stage with Bent Knee probably dozens of times and I can't recall a single time that he was anything less than exciting to be around 🥳
I went to a Berklee summer program around 2002 and I soaked up so much knowledge. I learned some brand new perspectives on music theory that I had already known really well that reshaped my creativity. It's a cool part of Boston right there by the mall. I had no car but the train took you everywhere.
That sight reading was good. Menuet is part of a famous flute piece by Bach. Badinerie, the part that comes afterwards, is possibly the most famous part of the piece.
Hey great video! I'm pretty sure the Ben Levin's School of music is more advanced, and apt for modern music too, so congrats! Love your content, definitely want to jam with you someday.
that microtoneal blues thing was amazing honestly i mean it just really impressive how well it worked everything was awesome i gottaa do more theory research
I know it's more complicated than this, but I find it funny that you have to demonstrate that you can play guitar in order to get into a school that will teach you to play guitar. lol
Microtonal on conventional music tend to sound weird to me (weird could be in good sense or bad sense). Your microtonal blues didn't sound out of place at all but still sounds unique and fresh. I think you're amazing for that. - a guy nothing to do with Berklee or any music school
I cannot wait for tomorrow’s video. The video quality is so high on Sammy Gs content, and because of that the uploads are super frequent, but it’s still worth it. So seeing videos every day is awesome
This is the menuet from the Orchestral Suite No 2 in B minor! It's a very lovely piece, that precedes (and perfectly flows into, in my opinion) the very famous "Badinerie". Your partition wasn't notating the ornaments (I think it's standard for baroque music?), so I don't think your intepretation did it quite justice. Viewers should definitely check out this piece!
All mine are weird apparently because they’re all leftys, but I guess my most weird, or rare, or something like that, is my Cort Viva, and I got it for a very low price, and it’s seriously a stunning guitar.
Gawd damn that microtonal blues solo was fantastic. Some real funky notes and some we're just spot on (as much as possible with microtonality) but that's where the fun lies I guess
The microtonal guitar would be amazing for those who want to play oud, buzuq, or similar instruments with an electric tone. Possibilities for harmonies that come out of that maqam type system would be amazing too... very cool.
Man... I'm just sitting here right now with my guitar, worrieying (is that a word?) about technical stuff and watch this video... And all I think is, how GENIOUS you are! Yeah, you're not the typical shredder hero (but often enough!), but you throw out MUSIC, that is a joy to listen to and also pretty (!) hard to play! You really should be more proud of yourself and don't compare yourself to instagram-players! I cancelled that relatively long ago and it's great! How's the saying...? "Be the best version of yourself!" Keep on doing what you do! And an early congrats to 1 Mio. subscribers! You'll get there soon, I'm sure! :)
It is! But it's spelled worrying. I've never thought about it but y and i next to each other is pretty unusual. Your spelling gets the pronunciation across better
Trust me you got in haha.. I had a friend in high school who went to berk. I was in jazz band with him, and was basically his mentor. He never was quite as good at guitar, but he still wanted to make a career of it. You on the other hand are light years ahead of me.. so yeah you got in man
Late gang here, I'd like Jazz a lot more if they played it on sitar guitars instead lmao. Loved the 8-Bit/Microtonal Blues Fusion. Congrats on getting a scholarship too!
having taken David Fiuczynski's ensemble (the resident berklee microtonal guy who taught mono neon) I think he would be all over that, although further encouraged you to explore fretless microtonal playing
Did you try contacting Berklee and just tell them who you are, and what you're up to, and ask if they would take a few minutes to play along and actually tell you what they think? Since you have friends who went there, maybe they have a contact or two that they could put you in touch with. I'd be interested to hear a real answer in a future video.
If you want to learn more about microtonal guitar i recommend checking out “tolgahan cogulu” on youtube, he’s a pioneer in the area of microtonal guitars. You can also check out “baglama”, a microtonal string instrument very popular in anatolian folk songs.
Super interesting series my friend! I'd really like to hear your opinion on how to get better and more consistent at finishing songs instead of having a pile of good ideas that turned into demos with potential, but ultimately go nowhere and end up being forgotten. Maybe that's a question for the next HUFO. Anyway, great video as always! :)
The most fun thing is those moments of inspiration when you come up with something like a riff or a line or whatever. It's not nearly as much fun putting the work in, gruelling away finishing something, but that part is equally if not more important. My advice, just sit down and finish it. Then go back and try and improve it, then try and improve it again and again. Spend the time and you will get something finished, it can be work but the best rewards aren't from instant gratification!
The amps aren't nearly as numerous as the guitars. I've got 4 my dad made and a revv g10. I think I discuss it in my video "is too much gear a thing". Cheers!
Jesus christ weren't you like 20k subs a day ago? I made a snarky comment about canada wayyyy back in the day and you replied to it xD Im so happy to see this channel grow. 1M! Nice!!!!
Nice 'sitar' take on a jazz standard - that might make you stand out from the crowd during any audition. No guarantee though that the 'judges' still listen to presented musicality and aren't distracted by the visuals. I did my undergrad audition at a German conservatory - can't buy your way into these - and I managed to convince with an Ibanez metal axe copy. With flatwound strings though, lol. That's what I could afford, jazz-tone wise. They weren't amazed when I upgraded to a Fender 'Jazzmaster' in surf green for the bebop combo so I'd suggest to rather show up with - some - jazz box (if that's the sound along the lines of the requested repertoire). Basically eye candy. Makes your life easier and their judgment of your skills will be more accurate, hopefully - these audition days are long ...
Heck, yeah! The Ben Levin School of Music would be amazing! I kinda want to describe his content to get others to go check it out, but I don't think my vocabulary covers what he's doing over there. Just go check it out, you (probably) won't regret it.
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Something like "Caravan" might have worked better with the "Sitar-Guitar," something predominantly in Harmonic Minor would have probably given more the illusion of an Indian or Middle-Eastern sound.
If you're familiar with Gabor Szabo, some of his stuff from the 1960s might have worked on this instrument.
Gabor Szabo "Gypsy Queen" (not in HM, but similar idea)...
ruclips.net/video/FddCMjygA4s/видео.html
I agree with Ben's opinion, the sitar seemed on the silly side but the microtonal actually enhanced the blues
dam you went to humber? thats like 2km away from me lol
sammyguitarist, this might inspire you: ruclips.net/video/-fN5RX15Zhw/видео.html
Imagine sending this exact video in as your Berklee audition where you pause to promote your own guitar teaching course, what a flex 😎
Hahahaha, that's gotta be an automatic entry right?
@@samuraiguitarist with all due respect. You have way more knowledge and skills. What does a Berkeley title mean.
@@rafaelm7260 I think the title itself is not that important but probably make loads of good connections there
It’s not an application to be a student, it’s an application to be a teacher
LMAO
I’m so glad I could be part of a video with you again! Brilliant work and good luck with your new course!
Yeahh!!
Did he tell you it was a microtonal solo or could you tell that’s what it was?
Congratulations into hypothetically getting into Berklee! And I just realized why you are cranking out a new video every day this week. You are 990K subscribers and, like a woman in childbirth, it is time to PUSH! PUSH! to get over the finish line. Here's to 1M subscribers!
It's soooo close!
@@samuraiguitarist I unsubscribed, then subscribed again, are you at a million subscribers now?
HE GOT IT IT SHOWS ON HERE ANYWAYS
the micro tonal blues actually turned out really well. it sounded awesome truly. it just had that extra bit of something that really catches the ear, and I found my self just smiling like an idiot while listening for no reason. haha
There’s now a transcription!
ruclips.net/video/Edwk27mJU4g/видео.html
Sounded like Gizz
@@silvermaskchicago good thing a lot of people love gizz.
As a current Berklee student I can attest that this was way better than most of my peers
including yourself
@@guitareater6975 Good for you for adding that in there
Loved the last few uploads dude! I never listen to microtonal stuff but I really liked that piece. Keep it up!
I was surprised that it turned out reasonably ok. That microtonal guitar is always a battle
Oh hi Brody this is one of the last places I’d expect you to be, but it’s cool you like guitar stuff too
wow animator man like guitar
Now there is a transcription :)
ruclips.net/video/Edwk27mJU4g/видео.html
currently in my 2nd semester at Berklee. honestly if you have a pulse and the money, you’ll be accepted
Lol I've heard that actually, if you can afford it you'll get in
Does it still count if my pulse is double-time and I have no money?
i went to music school for a year, this is the sad reality
@@samuraiguitarist 4th semester. Ryan is SO RIGHT...
graduating this semester from berklee... I whole heartedly second this
I like this, fantastic. That's probably the longest Coral Sitar piece I've ever heard, it pops up all over the place over the last 40-50 years but usually as a simple riff or motif, kudos for pulling of a jazz tune all the way through.
Thanks for watching, that thing has been surprisingly fun
Great video. Loved the “day drunk” description of the microtonal guitar. LOL. You should send this to Tomo Fujita to get his reaction as a Berklee prof.
There’s a transcription now too 😅
ruclips.net/video/Edwk27mJU4g/видео.html
That micro-tonal blues was brilliant!
I think those extra-notes really added something, like the slightly off bends, but with extra feel.
7:22 I'm not typicly a fan of micro tonal music, but something about blues makes it sound great. it gives you those waky bends w/o the bend.
I’m with Ben on the micro tonal guitar! I would’ve let you in just based on that. I have 2 cousins that went to Berklee. 1 is a jazz guitarist and the other went in playing the trumpet but came out the other end as a jazz pianist
I actually got accepted to Villa Maria here near Buffalo, NY, and very stupidly I listened to my parents when they told me it's going to be incredibly difficult if not impossible to ever make a solid career out of a music theory/jazz guitar degree. So, I went to a local community college and dropped out before the first semester is over. Now I work at a lousy vape shop making $14.00/hr, and I've NEVER forgiven myself for listening to them. ALWAYS follow your heart and your own mind. Sometimes you DO know better than they do.
It’s never too late to start building yourself up man.
I agree with Ben; the microtonal blues solo was awesome. Every time you break out that guitar, I really enjoy what you do. You have a knack for using microtones in a way that's unique, but very musical and enjoyable.
There’s now a transcription!
ruclips.net/video/Edwk27mJU4g/видео.html
I really appreciate your openness on that second melody for the sight-reading challenge. A lot of musicians on RUclips have that kind of over-rehearsed vibe when they try things. I'm never going to be a performative musician. I've already decided that. But a lot of people who are working to get to that level might compare themselves to people on RUclips. And a lot of content creators set unrealistic expectations. It might not be intentional, but it's definitely a thing.
You are a skilled guitarist, and you obviously have a lot of music theory knowledge that you know how to apply. But you're also willing to show that talented musicians can't do everything, all at the same time, in a moment's notice. And I think that's kind of what's missing when the algorithms direct traffic.
It takes a lot of practice to get good at performing, and when a new piece lands on your lap, you still have to spend a lot of time on getting good at it. Our favorite bands and symphonies rehearse their butts off, no matter how long the musicians have been at it.
As a sitar player, I really liked the sound of the sitar guitar, some of the sounds like the bending notes sound quite similar to a sitar
Hey sammyg! long time viewer, fist time commenter, just wanted to say thank you for all the entertainment and the knowledge. only 10k for the million! Well deserved!
Thank you Rocco, glad to have brought some entertainment into your days!
Here's a secret: Berklee accepts everyone who can pay their exorbitant tuition
Hey man you probably won’t read this but just know that, as a beginner guitarist, I find your creativity super inspiring. I just can’t wait until I’m good enough to start making my own music. Keep it up, bro!
I love your content man. Definitly the best type of content to watch while either eating a snack or messing around with a guitar.
Thank you so much, comments like that mean a lot
Nice pfp Rtl is one of my favorite metallica albums
Ok no lie that microtonal blues solo you did was some of the tastiest playing I’ve ever heard you do. That was fucking awesome
Ive come back to your channel many times along my guitar journey, the better i get, the more i realise how awesome of a player you really are
Hi! Ben Levin was a student of mine during his Berklee career. I’ve been teaching at Berklee for over 30 years. I’ve given thousands of entry auditions. I agree with Ben’s take on your pieces. Very musical on both counts. There’s a couple of teachers here that specialize on microtonal stuff (not me…). If you auditioned on an electric sitar,I’d listen first, then ask why the choice of instrument and go from there. I’ve seen much weirder! You’re a great player congrats on great content!
I love Ben, he's such a great guy. My band and I have shared a stage with Bent Knee probably dozens of times and I can't recall a single time that he was anything less than exciting to be around 🥳
I agree with professor Bong Lover, the microtonal blues was a great use of that instrument!
I went to a Berklee summer program around 2002 and I soaked up so much knowledge. I learned some brand new perspectives on music theory that I had already known really well that reshaped my creativity. It's a cool part of Boston right there by the mall. I had no car but the train took you everywhere.
Some of your segways into your ad for your online course are so smooth. Would have been cool to see bens audition to Berkley and see how they compare
This actually helped me, I’m inclining to go to Berklee and this gave me a good idea of what to play. Thank you!
Omg that microtonal blues absolutely kills ! I mean, blues is always kinda microtonal, but going even more that way fits perfectly
Excellent video. I really liked Ben's feedback actually, it felt very realistic and thoughtful!
King Gizzard is probably one of the only bands worthy of being asked what genre they play and answer with “yes”
That sight reading was good. Menuet is part of a famous flute piece by Bach. Badinerie, the part that comes afterwards, is possibly the most famous part of the piece.
What a great video idea. Love to see it Sammy
Thanks man!
Hey great video! I'm pretty sure the Ben Levin's School of music is more advanced, and apt for modern music too, so congrats! Love your content, definitely want to jam with you someday.
I also want to go to Ben Levin's school of video production, the guy is on another level
@@samuraiguitarist You're up Levin. We're waiting for your "Ben Levin's School of Audio/Visual Entertainment, A post-modern enterprise"
This is probably the most fun of the challenges so far. Pure gold.
Been really enjoying these newer videos, keep the good work up! We'll be there at 1M really really soon.
Thanks pal!
Bro! Berklee grad here. You definitely got in! Come to Boston please 🙏
I actually did There Will Never Be Another You for my audition!! Unfortunately i didnt end up sticking with music school, but i didnt do autumn leaves
i am no Berklee professor but 5 seconds into the first videoclip it is evident that you are a professional musician who is just trolling us. cheers
This microtonal blues is wild man ! I love it
that microtoneal blues thing was amazing honestly i mean it just really impressive how well it worked everything was awesome i gottaa do more theory research
I know it's more complicated than this, but I find it funny that you have to demonstrate that you can play guitar in order to get into a school that will teach you to play guitar. lol
I like this mini series, thank you!
Thanks for watching!
Your hybrid picking technique in the jazz portion was incredible!
That was great, from beginning to end! Thank you!
Microtonal on conventional music tend to sound weird to me (weird could be in good sense or bad sense). Your microtonal blues didn't sound out of place at all but still sounds unique and fresh. I think you're amazing for that.
- a guy nothing to do with Berklee or any music school
There’s now a transcription!
ruclips.net/video/Edwk27mJU4g/видео.html
I love this series! Love this video too. Btw, I'm working through your series rn. Very well done
Thanks buddy!
This has been a fun series. Thank you!
I'm glad you've enjoyed it, one more tomorrow!
I cannot wait for tomorrow’s video. The video quality is so high on Sammy Gs content, and because of that the uploads are super frequent, but it’s still worth it. So seeing videos every day is awesome
Haha, I just can't not hear Pat Metheny when someone's playing the sitar guitar. Great work all around! Super fun video! Subbed for sure.
This is the menuet from the Orchestral Suite No 2 in B minor! It's a very lovely piece, that precedes (and perfectly flows into, in my opinion) the very famous "Badinerie". Your partition wasn't notating the ornaments (I think it's standard for baroque music?), so I don't think your intepretation did it quite justice. Viewers should definitely check out this piece!
Thank you so much for your vids! I learn so much from them! Also, I love that Mosorite microtonal guitar!
Honestly I liked that melody you pushed out with that sitar it was noce
All mine are weird apparently because they’re all leftys, but I guess my most weird, or rare, or something like that, is my Cort Viva, and I got it for a very low price, and it’s seriously a stunning guitar.
That cover of There Will Never Be Another You in the vid was very reminiscent of a Pat Metheny piece called Last Train Home, very nice
Those are some of the best videos you did in a while. Keep em coming!
that lick on the turnaround,beautiful.
love that phase 4 sound, sounds like slide steel guitar without the slide
That Dano sitar thing almost sounded backwards at times, like a reverse delay kinda backwards. Very weird haha.
This series is really cool, Sammy! I hope you do more like this in the future
This is one of my favorite things that this channel has done.
Gawd damn that microtonal blues solo was fantastic. Some real funky notes and some we're just spot on (as much as possible with microtonality) but that's where the fun lies I guess
Love Ben Levin I met him at a gig in the UK and had a great conversation with him.
Hey SammyG! Love the videos, keep it up!
That micro tonal blues sounds like something I'd hear in Earthbound and I love it!
The microtonal guitar would be amazing for those who want to play oud, buzuq, or similar instruments with an electric tone. Possibilities for harmonies that come out of that maqam type system would be amazing too... very cool.
I'm very happy you brought back the Casio guitar. Funky clavinet for life! Here's to 1 million!
Man... I'm just sitting here right now with my guitar, worrieying (is that a word?) about technical stuff and watch this video... And all I think is, how GENIOUS you are! Yeah, you're not the typical shredder hero (but often enough!), but you throw out MUSIC, that is a joy to listen to and also pretty (!) hard to play! You really should be more proud of yourself and don't compare yourself to instagram-players! I cancelled that relatively long ago and it's great! How's the saying...? "Be the best version of yourself!" Keep on doing what you do! And an early congrats to 1 Mio. subscribers! You'll get there soon, I'm sure! :)
It is! But it's spelled worrying. I've never thought about it but y and i next to each other is pretty unusual. Your spelling gets the pronunciation across better
I'm glad your channel is coming back into algorithm
Trust me you got in haha.. I had a friend in high school who went to berk. I was in jazz band with him, and was basically his mentor. He never was quite as good at guitar, but he still wanted to make a career of it. You on the other hand are light years ahead of me.. so yeah you got in man
Late gang here, I'd like Jazz a lot more if they played it on sitar guitars instead lmao. Loved the 8-Bit/Microtonal Blues Fusion. Congrats on getting a scholarship too!
having taken David Fiuczynski's ensemble (the resident berklee microtonal guy who taught mono neon) I think he would be all over that, although further encouraged you to explore fretless microtonal playing
Did you try contacting Berklee and just tell them who you are, and what you're up to, and ask if they would take a few minutes to play along and actually tell you what they think? Since you have friends who went there, maybe they have a contact or two that they could put you in touch with. I'd be interested to hear a real answer in a future video.
Awesome video. All I can think of is Last Train Home w that Danelectro. Yare yare.
Loved the microtonal solo, had an almost lap steel vibe
Ben spoke my exact sentiments. Great work, samurai!
Just started watching your channel love it m8
Awesome video so cool how you got variety. Cheers Canadian bro
I totallly loved the microtonal blues solo. sweet!!
I love videos like this…unique, interesting and performed with panache. Thanks
love the unique video ideas man
loved the blues soloing!
If you want to learn more about microtonal guitar i recommend checking out “tolgahan cogulu” on youtube, he’s a pioneer in the area of microtonal guitars. You can also check out “baglama”, a microtonal string instrument very popular in anatolian folk songs.
The microtonal blues was awesome!
I'm in that handful of people who love microtonal guitars, and wow, you really killed it on that solo!
There’s now a transcription :)
ruclips.net/video/Edwk27mJU4g/видео.html
that microtonal solo was one of the best things i’ve ever heard
Super interesting series my friend! I'd really like to hear your opinion on how to get better and more consistent at finishing songs instead of having a pile of good ideas that turned into demos with potential, but ultimately go nowhere and end up being forgotten. Maybe that's a question for the next HUFO. Anyway, great video as always! :)
The most fun thing is those moments of inspiration when you come up with something like a riff or a line or whatever. It's not nearly as much fun putting the work in, gruelling away finishing something, but that part is equally if not more important. My advice, just sit down and finish it. Then go back and try and improve it, then try and improve it again and again. Spend the time and you will get something finished, it can be work but the best rewards aren't from instant gratification!
Hey Sammy g would love to see an updated collection video and show your amps. Love the content
The amps aren't nearly as numerous as the guitars. I've got 4 my dad made and a revv g10. I think I discuss it in my video "is too much gear a thing". Cheers!
Congratz man!, microtonal guitar is awesome, possible it can play arabic scale, hope you can play arabic style soon into your next video.
🤯 You did amazingly well
Jesus christ weren't you like 20k subs a day ago?
I made a snarky comment about canada wayyyy back in the day and you replied to it xD
Im so happy to see this channel grow. 1M! Nice!!!!
Great video idea, loved that microtonal blues ✌️✌️
Those videos are really fun! I kinda dig the microtonal guitar and didn't know about it. One rabbit hole to explore I guess.
I've used it way more than I ever thought I would, it's surprisingly fun but also quite a challenge
Also wanted to say I really enjoyed this video man, you deliver some banger content sometimes
The microtonal blues jam gave me a vhs shudder kind of vibe
i got into berklee using a teisco with a bent tuner that stopped working a month after tone is in the hands believe in yourself kids
Nice 'sitar' take on a jazz standard - that might make you stand out from the crowd during any audition. No guarantee though that the 'judges' still listen to presented musicality and aren't distracted by the visuals. I did my undergrad audition at a German conservatory - can't buy your way into these - and I managed to convince with an Ibanez metal axe copy. With flatwound strings though, lol. That's what I could afford, jazz-tone wise. They weren't amazed when I upgraded to a Fender 'Jazzmaster' in surf green for the bebop combo so I'd suggest to rather show up with - some - jazz box (if that's the sound along the lines of the requested repertoire). Basically eye candy. Makes your life easier and their judgment of your skills will be more accurate, hopefully - these audition days are long ...
Loved the microtonal guitar solo!
Heck, yeah! The Ben Levin School of Music would be amazing! I kinda want to describe his content to get others to go check it out, but I don't think my vocabulary covers what he's doing over there. Just go check it out, you (probably) won't regret it.