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ARPEGGIOS 22: Inverting and Suspending
This lesson starts from the same triad arpeggio as ARPEGGIOS 21. This time the mission is to invert and suspend the triad in the position. Dm = D F A =R…
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TECHNIQUE 95: TURNS 9
Watch now (4 mins) | This exercise has you connecting turns into longer phrases. The idea is to make the final note of a turn the beginning of a new…
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3:37
Bass 11: Triads, Partial Bars, Fingerpicking and Moving Bass Lines
Watch now (2 mins) | Holding bar chords is tough on the hand and they are not commonly used on the bass. This exercise will help build up that grip. It…
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ARPEGGIOS 21: Transform to Chord and Back
Sometimes a melodic idea can sound more effective with the notes arranged into chord form where they can harmonise and blend, and vice versa. This…
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TECHNIQUE 94: Alternate Picking, Mutes, Accents, Tension & Release and Time Changes
Start by picking through the Harmonic Minor scale using strict alternate strokes. Once you get it flowing smoothly and at a steady tempo, mute the…
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TECHNIQUE 93: Turns 8
This workout is based in the Mixolydian Mode #1 of the Harmonic Minor Scale. If you start with Mixolydian = R 2 3 4 5 6 b7 and raise its root, you will…
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GEAR 19: Troubleshooting Noise
If you do not appreciate extraneous noise in your system, then you may find some of these examples and solutions useful. Fret buzz The string is bumping…
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TECHNIQUE 92: Creating Drama
Watch now (55 secs) | Manipulating the Tempo and Dynamics are two of the many devices used to create drama in music. Tune in to the feelings of tension…
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PRACTISING 8: Improv with Rhythm & Lead
Choose a key. In my demo it was Em = E F# G A B C D with the Bb from Em Blues. Then pick a few chords and some shapes. Just enough to get a progression…
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GEAR 18: Locking Tuners
There are many versions of this locking system. In most cases the string is trapped in the hole by a ball as it is tightened by a dial from above (as…
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MISC 22: Sustenance for Musicians
Musicians are notorious for ignoring their basic health. The hours sat practicing and mixing with one hand reaching for snacks and beverages can turn…
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NOTATION 19: Staff/Fretboard Orienteering
If you have developed an interest in the dots, it’s helpful to get a general idea of how they fall on the fretboard by focussing on one familiar open…
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