August 2009 "Student of the Month"August 2009 "Student of the Month"

Alex Neil
Axe: 
ESP Ltd Horizon, Ibanez RG
Amp and Effects: 
marshall jvm 50 watt head, marshall 1960av cab, fender fm25r, boss me50, boss od1
Favourite Styles: 
progressive rock, 80's shred/hair metal
Influences: 
Eddie Van Halen, Steve Vai, Pink Floyd
Favourite Food: 
Curry
Favourite TV show: 
Vh1 Behind the Music
Career Highlights: 
Rockquest 2004 finalist, Nelson NZ.  Opened the show in front of 7000 people. Opening for Dave Dobbyn.

Shred man Alex Neil has been training with John Freiberg since May 2009.  In that time, Alex has improved greatly in both the technical and theoretical aspects of guitar playing.  With utter commitment and dedication to a career in music, Alex is the deserved recipient of this month's award.

In September Alex is auditioning for a place in the Queensland University of Technology's Bachelor of Music degree.  The Guitar Gym team wish him well and we all hope he is accepted.  We'll keep everyone posted!