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A Disturbingly Normal Genius
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An interview with Allan Holdsworth
'''Summary''': ''Allan Holdsworth, a highly skilled guitarist in rock and jazz, is known for his extraordinary speed and thoughtful note choices. Despite being shy and modest, he's recognized for his native talent. He played with Soft Machine and joined Tony Williams' new Lifetime band. Holdsworth has limited available recordings in the US, but he's gaining recognition. In this interview, he discusses his musical journey, equipment, practice habits, improvisation, and the challenges of recording a solo album he's not satisfied with. He emphasizes that music, not the instrument, is paramount, and he appreciates both improvised and composed music.'' ''[This summary was written by ChatGPT in 2023 based on the article text below.]''
 
== A Disturbingly Normal Genius: An interview with Allan Holdsworth==
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A: Oh yeah, basket weaving. I left school and I did an apprenticeship as a basket weaver. Why don't you laugh? Everybody else laughs.
A: Oh yeah, basket weaving. I left school and I did an apprenticeship as a basket weaver. Why don't you laugh? Everybody else laughs.
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