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Trey Alexander

Trey Alexander

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Hello my name is Trey Alexander I am 23 years old and have been playing guitar for 8 years. The first guitar that I ever played was picked up by my father as a decorative piece for our home. My parents were antique dealers. I was fifteen years old and had never before played an instrument. The guitar didnt look like anything special, and to this day, I dont even know the brand name. I didnt have many friends; therefore, I was very close to my parents. I was greatly influenced by their taste in music. For as long as I can remember, I have been a music fan, especially Motown and Classic Rock. And although I have always had a love for music, I never expected this instrument to completely change and inspire my life.Voodoo Chile by Jimi Hendrix was playing on the radio one day. I had heard the song many times before, but this time was different. The old guitar sitting in our living room provoked my curiosity. Never having read a music note, I took my chances, picked it up and began to play. It felt comfortable in my arms. I played all night. It didnt take long before I figured out the melody to the Hendrix song and it didnt take long for my parents to realize that I had a natural ear for music. By the end of the week, my father had found me a guitar teacher.From that day on, I practiced intensely every single day. I played so much that month that I wore the winding off of the strings of that old acoustic guitar. I entered my first guitar competition only months later and won first place. My motivation was strong and my love for the guitar was even stronger. Soon after that, my father booked my first gig. He was my biggest supporter. He took me to every open mic and jam session that he could find, sometimes four or five a week. Although these times were exhausting for the whole family, we kept up this regiment for years because my father believed in me.When I was eighteen years old, I had the pleasure of seeing Steve Vai perform live in concert. This was the first time that I had ever heard him play. I was in complete awe. I went home to try to explain this experience to my father. He listened to me play for hours that night. Before going to bed, he hugged me and whispered to me you will be the best guitar player who has ever lived. Those words stay with me to this day. They were the last words he ever spoke to me because he died of a brain hemorrhage that very night. I realized that I needed to continue living my dream, and in by doing so, I would carry on the legacy of the greatest influence in my life, my father.I put all of my energy into my band. We practiced seven nights a week for the next couple of years. Together we created our first album in 2000 self-titled The Trey Alexander Band. I went on to establish a more fusion-based progressive band, now known as Sonic Lux. Our music is heavily influenced by Steve Vai, Chic Corea, and Bela Fleck.I am currently employed by Manor Music Mansion in Millersville, PA as a guitar teacher. I have about sixty students per week. I enjoy teaching because I value being a motivator and sharing my love for music with others on an intimate level. I have also created a website for my students so that they always have a place to come for help outside of the lessons. When I am not with my students, I am working in my studio on my next full-length album, expected to be complete by mid-2006. My dream is to reach the entire world with my devotion and enthusiasm for music.Contact info: Phone number: 717-468-0166 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: www.treyalexander.net

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Member Since: 1/20/2006
Band Website: treyalexander.net
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Influences: Steve Vai, Chick Corea, Ynwie Malmsteen, Jason Becker, Bela Fleck, Brecker Brothers, Hassan Estakhrian, Woody Campbell, Mike Grisafi, Ray Holiday.

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Sounds Like: Trey Alexander was just been featured in the Mike Varney spotlight in Guitar Player. Check it out in the May issue 2006.

Trey Alexander has been picked as a top Ten Guitarist to compete in the 2006 Guitar Player's Guitar Hero Competition.

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Trey Alexander featured in Premier Guitar Magazine!!

Trey Alexander Featured in Premier Guitar Magazine!The lowdown on guitar competitions. What's the best way to make an impact? Get advice and gear specs directly from the players who are turning heads ...
Posted by Trey Alexander on Mon, 07 Jan 2008 06:44:00 PST

Sonic Lux and Trey Alexander Interviewed

Sonic Lux and Trey Alexander..> Sonic Lux Published: June 2007 Story: Ellen Barley Photo: Steve Stoltzfus ..> "Drat!" I left my purse in Trey's house. Of course it was...
Posted by Trey Alexander on Thu, 12 Jul 2007 10:53:00 PST

Trey Alexander Proudly uses Ernie Ball!!

Trey Alexander proudly uses these wonderful products."Ernie Ball's are the best! They are reliable and beautiful sounding strings!" ...
Posted by Trey Alexander on Sun, 08 Apr 2007 10:36:00 PST

Trey Alexander Proudly Uses Keeley Products

"Keeley products and modifications are by far the most elite and well made pedals out there. The sounds that have been lurking in the back of you mind will find there way out with these elaborate a...
Posted by Trey Alexander on Sun, 08 Apr 2007 12:02:00 PST

Trey Alexander plays Guitar Player Magazines 40th Anniversary

GP's 40th Anniversary Concert  By Michael Molenda Guitar Player celebrated its 40th birthday at the Winter NAMM who by unleashing a ferocious platoons of acoustic and electric guitar great...
Posted by Trey Alexander on Sun, 08 Apr 2007 10:28:00 PST

Trey Alexanders full interview in the March 2007 issue of Guitar Player Magazine!

By Michael Molenda | March 2007It was a thrilling and touching moment when, after surviving the cut amidst thousands of entrants and then going riff-to-riff against nine talented finalists, Trey Alexa...
Posted by Trey Alexander on Sun, 08 Apr 2007 10:05:00 PST

Trey Alexander Featured in the January issue of Guitar Player Magazine!

Ten Battled, One Was Victorious, and All Rocked Heavily!Guitar Hero 2006By Michael Molenda | January 2007It was a celebration of grit, melody, chops, heart, tone, and charisma, and, at the end, Pennsy...
Posted by Trey Alexander on Sun, 08 Apr 2007 10:01:00 PST

Trey Alexander proudly uses DiMarzio Products!

Trey Alexander proudly uses DiMarzio Products!"Through my quest on my instrument DiMarzio pickups have enabled me to more properly convey my desired tone by helping create a tighter, more realistic ...
Posted by Trey Alexander on Fri, 08 Dec 2006 09:40:00 PST

Trey Alexander Wins Guitar Players Guitar Hero Competition!

Trey Alexander Wins Guitar Players Guitar Hero Competition!"After a ferocious battle between ten tremendously talented finalists, Trey Alexander has won the title of Guitar Player's Guitar Hero 2006. ...
Posted by Trey Alexander on Fri, 08 Dec 2006 08:43:00 PST

Trey Alexander In Guitar Player Magazine

Trey Alexander has just been featured in the Mike Varney spotlight in Guitar Player Magazine. Check it out in the May issue 2006.
Posted by Trey Alexander on Mon, 27 Mar 2006 09:37:00 PST