Chord Quote by Angus Young
“Actually, because I'm so small, when I strike an open A chord I get physically thrown to the left, and when I play an open G chord I go right. That's how hard I play, and that's how a lot of my stage act has come about. I just go where the guitar takes me.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Musician Talk, 1978
Physical forces on a guitar cause directional movement when playing certain chords, influencing stage performance.
In simple terms: Playing chords moves the guitarist left or right, shaping stage act.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the instrument’s physicality.
Themes
music
performance
physics
stagecraft
Mood
energetic
playful
Type
anecdotal
musical
When to use this quote
- live concerts
- rehearsals
- musical improvisation
- stage design
Key Concepts
acoustics
kinetics
musical expression
Questions to Reflect On
- How does instrument physics affect your performance style?
- Can you adapt stage movement without relying on chord physics?
A Different Perspective
The effect may vary with guitar design and playing style.
