Tag Archives: audition

Can You Play It Backwards?

Posted on December 3, 2009 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Funny little anecdote about Zappa’s typical way of dealing with musicians. Act one goes like this: Just to be sure that Mr. Piano had a fair chance at the reading part of the audition, Frank gave him 2 pieces of … Continue reading →

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Napoleon’s New Album: Pre-Order Now

Posted on September 9, 2009 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

We reported on Napoleon M. Brock’s new album “This Is What Frank Zappa Heard” a couple of weeks ago. Now you can pre-order with the aid of this handy Word document. As a reminder of what this release is about, … Continue reading →

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ZpZ’s New Lead Singer

Posted on May 12, 2009 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

… is a chap by the name of Ben Thomas. Of all those who auditioned, he was apparently the only one who was able to carry the entire vocal of Inca Roads right to the end.

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Now Play It In 7/8 Reggae

Posted on September 4, 2008 by Barry's Imaginary Publisher

Steve Vai recalls his audition for Frank Zappa:

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