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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…
Nov 28
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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…
Nov 27
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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…
Nov 25
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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…
Nov 24
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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…
Nov 23
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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…
Nov 22
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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…
Nov 20
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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…
Nov 18
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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…
Nov 16
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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…
Nov 15
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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…
Nov 15
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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…
Nov 14
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