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1. 3 Finger 4 Finger Spider (#5102) by John Metcalfe This is a great exercise for building left hand finger independance, and right hand "inside-to-inside" or "outside-to-outside" picking Theory/Reference · Beginner · 32120 Hits · Last Modified: 8/22/02 2. 3 Octave Arpeggios (#2832) by Sammy Funk Heres some arpeggios to play in three octaves. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 26628 Hits · Last Modified: 4/27/01 3. 30 Steps To Learning Guitar (#9288) by John Chamley Play guitar in 30 steps. Yes it's true! Check it out. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 14065 Hits · Last Modified: 10/5/05 4. 4 Note Per String Scales (#9579) by Obee Obier 4 notes per string with 4 finger, E-major Scale(24fret), A minor Legato Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6771 Hits · Last Modified: 7/22/05 5. 4 Notes/string Scale (#1877) by Bradley Dawson These are basically fiddle scales, but since the guitar is normally tuned in fourths instead of fifths, the position moves up each string. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 13117 Hits · Last Modified: 11/25/00 6. 4+3 Scale Patterns (#5224) by Ognjen Maric Learn scales on the fingerboard in no time. Or almost no time. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 13686 Hits · Last Modified: 9/20/02 7. 7 Modes Of E Harmonic Major (#11106) by Andy Haraschak A basic description of the 7 Modes of the Harmonic Major Scale. Please rate or tell me if you think something is wrong! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 10923 Hits · Last Modified: 11/17/06 8. 7 Modes Of E Harmonic Minor (#11102) by Andy Haraschak A basic description of the 7 Modes of the Harmonic Minor Scale.Please rate or tell me if you think something is wrong! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 9592 Hits · Last Modified: 11/17/06 9. 7 Modes Of E Natural Major (#10938) by Andy Haraschak A basic description of the 7 Modes of the Natural Major Scale. Please rate or tell me if you think something is wrong! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 12879 Hits · Last Modified: 7/22/06 10. 7 Modes Of E Natural Minor (#11105) by Andy Haraschak A basic description of the 7 Modes of the Natural Minor Scale.Please rate or tell me if you think something is wrong! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6163 Hits · Last Modified: 11/17/06 11. 7 String Voicings (#586) by Jeremy Cotton Voicings for 7 string- not just a fad, a way of life for some Theory/Reference · Advanced · 22724 Hits · Last Modified: 12/13/04 12. A chart to convert score to tab (#2697) by Robert Silvia A chart I made a long time ago that makes it real easy to convert music score to tab. Update 4/13/01 I improved the quality of the image, it is much easier to read the letters and numbers. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 25146 Hits · Last Modified: 12/26/02 13. A Chord Substitution Primer (#4413) by Darrin Koltow Replacing certain chords with other chords adds new life to a tune. Learn the basics of chord substitution, or reharmonization, in this article. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7987 Hits · Last Modified: 3/30/02 14. A Couple Arpeggios (#9055) by Jason Parker Two simple arpeggios, easy to apply. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 9153 Hits · Last Modified: 4/23/06 15. A Different Way To Approach Jazz Soloing (#7046) by David Eddy Spice up your soloing with the minor penatonic scale. I'm serious, with the minor penatonic scale. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6703 Hits · Last Modified: 2/25/06 16. A Few Major And Minor Chords (#3753) by Michael Dykins Will give you a few more chords to learn and hopefully help you make songs of youre own Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4738 Hits · Last Modified: 11/28/01 17. A Few Open Pentatonic Scales (#9227) by Jason Parker Play C/Am, G/Em, and F/Dm open forms of the Pentatonic Scale. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5816 Hits · Last Modified: 8/24/05 18. A Few Tips On Writing Lyrics (#5087) by Darryl Roberts Tips on writing lyrics, and songwriting in general. For beginners, intermediates, or whoever...=0) Theory/Reference · Beginner · 16551 Hits · Last Modified: 8/18/02 19. A Good Starting Point For Theory (#11029) by Nicolas Lemyre A step by step guide to theory, no knowlegdge required. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 13772 Hits · Last Modified: 6/18/06 20. A Guide to Songwriting (1) (#547) by Chris Turner A guide from a poet-turned-musician into finding inspiration to write your OWN material and have fun producing it. Part 1 covers techniques for writing effective lyrics. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 42774 Hits · Last Modified: 1/2/00 21. A Little Finger Warm-up (#3743) by Sean Donovan A little riff to improve finger dexterity and improve speed. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 7160 Hits · Last Modified: 11/26/01 22. A Little Spicy!!!? (#9120) by TJ Contre A bit of spice is always nice. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2142 Hits · Last Modified: 1/5/05 23. A Little Warmup Lick (#3059) by Joel Nutt A little warmup lick I do once in a while. Works out your fingers pretty good. Give it a try! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7376 Hits · Last Modified: 6/19/01 24. A Metal Lick (#2323) by Jason Levandofsky Heres a little descending lick that you can throw into your solos. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7182 Hits · Last Modified: 2/1/01 25. A Minor Arpeggio Lick (#5958) by Robert Chiefari Here's a short little lick based on an A minor arpeggio. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3256 Hits · Last Modified: 1/27/03 26. A New Approach To Pentatonics (#947) by Stefan Leonhardt You know your pentatonics but feel that improvisations based on them could need a breath of fresh air? Maybe this lesson can help you ... Theory/Reference · Advanced · 71731 Hits · Last Modified: 9/29/06 27. A New Year Of Happiness (#11802) by Rik Eischen Bring the New Year in with a bang by learning some running bass lines and ways of improvising with rhythm guitar. Auld Lang Syne in a stylized arrangement that can be adapted to your tastes. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1004 Hits · Last Modified: 12/4/07 28. A Quick Lesson Or A Bit Of Guidance (#7969) by Oliver Primus Heres a short but valuable lesson everyone should take on when learning anything to do with playing your guitar. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2488 Hits · Last Modified: 4/22/04 29. A Quick Modal Intro (#8884) by David O' Toole Modal Understanding can make a huge difference to your solo-ing AND composition skills! Includes original Dorian solo demo... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 26293 Hits · Last Modified: 1/20/05 30. A Scale In A (#5805) by Adam Daniels A run I came up with a few days ago. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2659 Hits · Last Modified: 12/28/02 31. A Simple Speed Excersize (#5753) by Guillo Cartagena Go ahead and try it helps you find your way around the fret board and helps your picking speed.Pardon my spelling of any words. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5266 Hits · Last Modified: 12/18/02 32. A Warmup Exercise (#7980) by Erik Boström This exercise works very good as a warmup, but also for improving your skills, as it keeps both hands busy. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 2798 Hits · Last Modified: 7/6/04 33. Abbreviations Used With Chord Symbols (#3361) by Andy McLeod Explanation of abbreviations such as "dim" and "sus", etc. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4647 Hits · Last Modified: 8/29/01 34. ACHING THUMB? READ ON (#2673) by Charles Gacsi One method of controling the aching thumb and tendon of the fret hand. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 8458 Hits · Last Modified: 5/9/04 35. Add A Track - Recording With Cool Edit (#6977) by Michael Sarles A lesson on using Cool Edit to participate in the WholeNote Add A Track projects. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 7028 Hits · Last Modified: 9/7/04 36. Add A Track Lesson - Mp3's (#6937) by Michael Sarles Attempting a lesson to help folks on WholeNote partcipate in Add-A-Track projects Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2945 Hits · Last Modified: 9/7/04 37. ADHU Bmin (Demo) (#10116) by Tony Sh A small piece I came up with. Rocksonte! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 986 Hits · Last Modified: 9/1/05 38. Advanced Scale Forms/Fun (#9114) by Bradley Smith Bored with the advanced scale forms you already know? Try this method to wake them up. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4798 Hits · Last Modified: 3/6/08 39. ADVANCED THEORY/COMPOSITION DEVICES (#3929) by Charles Gacsi Beyond the normal norm of music. Some times individuals are searching for unusual melody and harmony sounds. Tools, abstractions to get started. Once that happens go with what is in your mind and leave the abstract if you can. A list of lessons. Theory/Reference · Expert · 11345 Hits · Last Modified: 9/14/04 40. Alernate Tunings Pt.1 (#4920) by Logan Stone 'Sup everyone? I thought I'd remind some of us as well as introdce some of us to a great alternative tuning used by Jimmy Page for Kashmir. DADGAD Theory/Reference · Advanced · 3104 Hits · Last Modified: 7/18/02 41. Alf's Brilliant Guitar Tuner (#11917) by Alfred Scoggins I do it my way! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 687 Hits · Last Modified: 7/26/08 42. All About Chords, Part 1 (#5388) by Darrin Koltow How does this sound: instead of sitting down with a bunch of boring theory textbooks, you can use *music* to understand how harmony and chords work on the guitar. Does that sound like a cool way to learn about guitar harmony? Theory/Reference · Beginner · 7247 Hits · Last Modified: 10/20/02 43. All About Guitar Terms (#10390) by Adrian Dupree Here are terms that guitarists should know. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3651 Hits · Last Modified: 11/13/05 44. All About Key Signatures (#10718) by Chris Adams If you play the guitar you're eventually going to sit down and try and write your own songs, but it's highly likely that you're not going to know what to do. Here learn everything you need to know. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4818 Hits · Last Modified: 3/9/06 45. All Guitar Techniques (#11062) by Adrian Dupree A list and explanation of guitar techniques employed in all styles. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 23971 Hits · Last Modified: 6/18/06 46. Altered Dominant Chords And Their Scales (#11912) by Jeff Brent Use of altered chords and their corresponding scale possiblities. This lesson also available at http://Guitar-Lessons-Riverside-CA.com/Lessons/altered.html Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1796 Hits · Last Modified: 7/11/08 47. Amazing Scale Sequences!Try It (#5430) by Mat Gordon These scale are really hard to play but not impossibles.The originality is very important in the world music so jump inside and good playng!Rockermatto. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6681 Hits · Last Modified: 10/27/02 48. An endless modal excercise (#37) by Sean Kelly something to warm up to if you like modes Theory/Reference · Advanced · 40343 Hits · Last Modified: 6/6/99 49. An Idea How To Build Up Speed (#8330) by Erik Boström Have you ever wanted to be able to play faster? If so, this lesson may be useful to you. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5043 Hits · Last Modified: 7/6/04 50. An Introduction to 12-tone Music (#782) by Gary Regester An introduction to Schoenberg's 12-tone system. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 5407 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/00 51. Analysis of Form (#324) by Sam Munro A lesson delving in to the wonder of Form. A factor in song-writing that you cannot be without. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 6879 Hits · Last Modified: 11/1/99 52. Analysis Of Just Friends (#11980) by Jeff Brent Chromatically descending minor triads over pedal. http://www.Guitar-Lessons-Riverside-CA.com Theory/Reference · Advanced · 943 Hits · Last Modified: 11/28/08 53. ANOTHER LOOK AT RELATIONSHIPS OF SCALES (#8997) by Charles Gacsi This is another look at the inter relationships of scales and keys to each other. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 12602 Hits · Last Modified: 12/18/04 54. Applying Modes part I (#1244) by Stone Dragon If you know the modes but can't figure out what the heck to do with them or how to use them, this lesson is for you. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 170106 Hits · Last Modified: 2/5/01 55. Applying Modes Part II - The Sequel (#1272) by Stone Dragon More modal madness for your pleasure and/or torture. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 37876 Hits · Last Modified: 2/5/01 56. Applying The Extended Pentatonic (#9327) by Jason Parker Learn to solo in every key, and "outside the box." Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7911 Hits · Last Modified: 8/9/05 57. Applying The Pentatonic Scale (#8645) by Jason Parker A method for applying the G Major/E Minor Pentatonic Scale. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 15326 Hits · Last Modified: 1/7/05 58. Approaches To Soloing (#5255) by Darrin Koltow There are lots of books and teachers that can help you solo better. But what other resources are there to help you take your unaccompanied guitar expressions to the next level? How can the Internet help make you a better soloist? Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 14311 Hits · Last Modified: 10/20/02 59. Arpeggio Forms (#7856) by Lucky Strike 5 Generic arpeggio forms to help you build arpeggios in any key Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2091 Hits · Last Modified: 4/5/04 60. Arpeggio: C Major Scale (#6372) by Alfonso Celis An easy way to learn arpeggio technique. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 46932 Hits · Last Modified: 4/6/03 61. Arpeggios - Dominant 7ths (#3845) by Charles Gacsi Dominant 7ths in the cycle of 5ths as Arpeggios. Four sections on this topic. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 2165 Hits · Last Modified: 11/18/01 62. Arpeggios And Triads Oh Great Fun (#5075) by Shawn Strickland Ever wonder what Arpeggios and traids were, how to make them, How to play them?? We'll here you go... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 10655 Hits · Last Modified: 10/9/02 63. AutoMagic Harmony (#5051) by Mike LaFountain Dig a little deeper into double stops. Learn to harmonize a key three different ways then add some bite by pulling in blue notes. So many riffs and licks are built on these techniques, you will finally know the source. And the best part? ...it's easy. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 41921 Hits · Last Modified: 12/31/04 64. B Minor In Thirds (#7059) by Anthony Ridi B Minor in Thirds Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1869 Hits · Last Modified: 10/5/03 65. B Mj In Thirds (#7058) by Anthony Ridi B Mj in Thirds. Use Appropriate fingering Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1204 Hits · Last Modified: 11/30/03 66. Bar Chords With Video (#11407) by Will Kriski How to play bar(re) chords for major and minor shapes with video. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1165 Hits · Last Modified: 12/14/06 67. Baratos Españoles (#2225) by Tim Ball Here's a Spanish-sounding exercise I often run through to get stiff fingers limbered up a bit. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 10758 Hits · Last Modified: 1/16/01 68. Barre Chord Practice (#2961) by Chris Olson This is a basic lesson on learning barre chord techniques. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 14650 Hits · Last Modified: 6/22/01 69. Barre Chords & Movable Shapes--Triads (#9195) by Jason Parker Play 8 types of barre chords and other movable shapes. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 13432 Hits · Last Modified: 4/23/06 70. Barre Chords For Beginners (#2498) by Derek Meeker I am no musical genius, but I can show you maj, min, min7, 7, and maj6 chords in barre form that can be moved around the neck. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 9818 Hits · Last Modified: 2/26/01 71. BASIC CHORD THEORY + RULES (#4852) by Amir Mourad Basics you need to know about chord theory , and four basic rules. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4101 Hits · Last Modified: 7/2/02 72. Basic Finger Warmup Exercises (#4296) by Darryl Roberts A few beginner finger exercises to improve your speed and accuracy. Build on these ideas! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 10976 Hits · Last Modified: 5/15/02 73. BASIC MUSICIANSHIP (#3839) by Charles Gacsi Beginning Lessons for the newcomer, or those who have been playing for a longtime but lack note reading skills and other information. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5955 Hits · Last Modified: 12/2/03 74. Basic Progressions (#4042) by Hector Merced A Lesson on very basic Progression assembly. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 8993 Hits · Last Modified: 11/4/02 75. Basic Right And Left Hand Techniques (#4609) by Darryl Roberts A brief overview of several essential right and left hand playing techniques. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 29732 Hits · Last Modified: 8/16/02 76. Basic Strumming (#6597) by Evan Duff Cant play a song yet? Thats ok. Wanna be able to sing to the song and play chords that fit in? I thought so. Come learn the basics of struming! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3608 Hits · Last Modified: 6/2/03 77. Basic To Advanced Chord Construction (#9866) by Jason Parker Ponier and Guitar Universe students over here! This is for my guitar students, but others feel free to read it. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1792 Hits · Last Modified: 4/23/06 78. Basics 1- Numbers in Music (#682) by Jeremy Cotton first in a series of basic theory lessons Theory/Reference · Beginner · 27760 Hits · Last Modified: 6/25/00 79. Bass Guitar Chords (#10635) by Ben Hazu Various bass guitar chords. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1518 Hits · Last Modified: 1/29/06 80. BassGuitar Solo(video) (#11431) by Wes Pedigo A bass guitar solo(in A Harmonic Minor)Video!!! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1842 Hits · Last Modified: 4/18/07 81. Beat Placement (#4295) by Doug McMullen A lesson with musical examples exploring the way a riff is influenced by the way it falls against the upbeats and downbeats of a measure. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5655 Hits · Last Modified: 3/11/02 82. Begginer Songs (#10250) by Michael Hamby j.r. Nice begginer songs Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2171 Hits · Last Modified: 10/7/05 83. Beginner 3-string Chords#2 (#6412) by Stephen Potts New! Explore more 3-string Chords . Theory/Reference · Beginner · 7599 Hits · Last Modified: 4/23/03 84. Beginner Finger Picking (#6428) by Stephen Potts Many finger-picking patterns covered . Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3593 Hits · Last Modified: 4/23/03 85. Beginner Triads (#6405) by Stephen Potts Updated with (18 pages) Beginners will find these triads easy and rewarding. Learn ALL major and minor triad chords with just six easy patterns . Triads are then developed into four-string chords. Bookmark this lesson. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 14377 Hits · Last Modified: 4/23/03 86. Ben H / Bass 'sustain' Technique (#10633) by Ben Hazu This is a technique of my own that i discovered when playing light my fire. It gives the effect of an 8-string bass for standard 4-string basses! Very usful if you are in a 3 peice band with no rhythm guitarist! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1343 Hits · Last Modified: 1/30/06 87. Bifonic Excercises (#1314) by Rodrigo Luis If you want to get a lot of speed and control with the left hand in the fretboard you may use these usefull excercises. Try it and practice and you'll be shocked 'bout what your fingers can do!!!!. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 7067 Hits · Last Modified: 7/19/00 88. Bite-sized Scales (G) (#10100) by Wayne Rader Playing scales in smaller segments Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3687 Hits · Last Modified: 6/27/06 89. Blues Progressions (#11050) by Adriano Parmiggianno Various Blues changes, A few more in Key of F Theory/Reference · Beginner · 16750 Hits · Last Modified: 4/23/07 90. Boogie Woogie Picking Exercise (#10163) by Michael Hamby j.r. Real simple Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2711 Hits · Last Modified: 9/6/05 91. Bopology 101 (#11901) by Jeff Brent Learn to solo in the Bebop idiom. Complete with MIDI audio examples & guitar tab. To view this lesson, click on the link above or visit http://Guitar-Lessons-Riverside-CA.com/Lessons/Bop101/bop101.html Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3595 Hits · Last Modified: 6/27/08 92. Bossa For Billy... If Your Names Billy (#3415) by Justin Watts Learn the basics of Bossa, it's not that hard. Plus, I show you the old improvising trick. Remember, this is for beginners. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 6153 Hits · Last Modified: 9/4/01 93. Bridge Construction (#6782) by Rich Scott Learn four formulas to create great bridge progressions for your songs. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 9104 Hits · Last Modified: 7/22/03 94. Bring Chords To Life With This Cool Tool (#3294) by Dominic Hatchuel *For all levels of player* Wanna build up interval and fretboard knowledge as you build up your chord knowledge base? Try this, it's working for me. (Now includes link to diagram) Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4662 Hits · Last Modified: 2/6/02 95. Building A Monster (#9003) by Ron Brown Lesson 1 Using one basic scale format, this lesson will focus on scale extension, and scale simplification. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 28295 Hits · Last Modified: 12/19/04 96. Building Chord Progressions (#1137) by Michael Karwowski Building chord progressions can be frustrating. By becoming familiar with types of ROOT movement, and techniques to combine them, you begin to develop your own style of composing. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 19810 Hits · Last Modified: 6/14/00 97. Building Finger Independence : Part One (#1762) by Steve Suomu Fret-Hand finger exercises Theory/Reference · Beginner · 12608 Hits · Last Modified: 11/25/00 98. Building Finger Independence: Part Two (#1770) by Steve Suomu Fret Hand Exercises Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3963 Hits · Last Modified: 11/23/00 99. Building Finger Independence:Part Three (#1826) by Steve Suomu Fret hand exercises Theory/Reference · Advanced · 3501 Hits · Last Modified: 11/25/00 100. Building Speed (#799) by Frederick Burton Speed Burnnnnnnssssss. Take a walk on the wild side and hopefully your hands can keep up. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 42715 Hits · Last Modified: 3/11/00 101. Building Triadic Arpeggios (#1351) by Frederick Burton Learn how to apply the basic triad into your playing. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 11216 Hits · Last Modified: 7/27/00 102. C Add 9/11 Chord - Tricky But Nice (#9180) by David O' Toole This C Add 9/11 is positively dripping... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4381 Hits · Last Modified: 5/14/05 103. C Major 7th Inversions (#5714) by Michael Campbell It is a good idea to learn these in all keys Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1253 Hits · Last Modified: 12/12/02 104. C Major Scale__Re-visited (#11537) by Adriano Parmiggianno C Major Scale + 4 formula's is all it takes Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1752 Hits · Last Modified: 2/20/07 105. C.A.G.E.D (#11386) by Dave Ratcliffe 'Caged', the system of inverting chords, and finding your way up the frets. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3528 Hits · Last Modified: 12/10/06 106. Cadences (#802) by Frederick Burton A cool lesson for those who wish to dive into the world of song-writing.... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 27419 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/00 107. CAGED Charts - A Beginner's Reference (#4260) by Darryl Roberts A quick reference of five positions for C, A, G, E, and D chords, used in the CAGED system. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 42362 Hits · Last Modified: 8/7/02 108. Can you say 5ths? (#462) by John Rice Here's a simple exercise for developing a basic tool for understanding of scales and harmony Theory/Reference · Beginner · 10691 Hits · Last Modified: 2/27/00 109. CENOSIS (#2202) by Nathan Macleery SEQUENCEING Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2716 Hits · Last Modified: 1/10/01 110. Changing Keys (#7119) by Coco Gaston Here is a lesson on how to change between keys, as well as how to figure out 7th chords and more. Id reccomend basic knowladge of theory before trying to take on with this lesson. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5741 Hits · Last Modified: 10/18/03 111. Changing Roads (#8139) by John Moffett How I learned about changing roads. Theory/Reference · Expert · 1523 Hits · Last Modified: 5/21/04 112. Changing Scales W/non-Diatonic Chords (#8446) by Carl Johnson Learn to switch between the minor and harmonic minor scales over a chord progression in which one of four chords departs from the diatonic formula of chords for a given key. Result: SOUNDS COOL! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2326 Hits · Last Modified: 7/30/04 113. Changing The C Cord (#11039) by Luigi Massa In this lesson we will add in note to make the C cord sound alittle different. We will learn about the natural C cord, CM7,C7,C9,Csus4, and C11. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 26031 Hits · Last Modified: 7/5/06 114. Changing Up The Pentatonic (#10961) by Andy Haraschak How to add notes to the Minor Pentatonic scale to make it sound more unique and interesting. Please rate or tell me if you think something is wrong! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6245 Hits · Last Modified: 7/22/06 115. Chapino's Guitar Intro (#4029) by Hector Merced This is is a good start for learning guitar. Cover a few chords, chord construction, major scales, and the notes on the strings. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3987 Hits · Last Modified: 9/1/02 116. Check This Out Zach (#7868) by Carl McIntyre Not worth anyones time Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1075 Hits · Last Modified: 4/5/04 117. Chord Colors (#4930) by Darrin Koltow Tired of playing chords with only the root, 3, 5 or 7 on top? Learn to get some cool, Bluesey sounds by putting the nine on top of each of the main four-note 7th chords: the major 7, dom 7, and minor 7. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2047 Hits · Last Modified: 7/23/02 118. Chord Compatibility Table (#11210) by Adrian Dupree A table organized according to modes and what chords are compatible. For reference. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2356 Hits · Last Modified: 9/8/06 119. Chord Construction (#8071) by Jr Starks What makes a chord and how. If you dont know any theory check out my Universal key lesson it will explain it all. JR Starks Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1536 Hits · Last Modified: 5/9/04 120. Chord Exploring (#10393) by Darrin Koltow Essential information on harmony for the developing guitarist. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1941 Hits · Last Modified: 11/12/05 121. Chord Function Table (#11377) by Adriano Parmiggianno Look at it and put it away. Look back every once and a while and it may begin to make sense. PAGE 2 Printer Friendly Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2099 Hits · Last Modified: 11/22/06 122. Chord Identities And Similarities (#5161) by Frank Novotny Chords that share the same tones Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6470 Hits · Last Modified: 9/6/02 123. Chord Inversions: Staying Put (#10582) by Dean Mattoon Playing through songs can get tedious if you have to constantly move your fret hand around. Here are some ideas to stay put while you are jamming. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1630 Hits · Last Modified: 2/15/06 124. Chord Melody Workout (#4719) by Darrin Koltow This lesson is a set of chord melody exercises for intermediate level guitarists. Learn to flow a melody line over ii-V-I changes; play chord subs; train your dog to bake brownies; see how chords connect to arpeggios, and much more. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4821 Hits · Last Modified: 6/5/02 125. Chord Notation (#807) by Frederick Burton Here's a lesson to try a bring some unity to chordal notations...... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 8549 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/00 126. Chord Of The Moment (#4693) by Kirk Lorange Follow the Chord of the Moment to solo rather than scales. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2477 Hits · Last Modified: 6/1/02 127. Chord Resolution (#439) by Greg Robin Charts for enharmonic modulation Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4064 Hits · Last Modified: 11/19/99 128. Chord Scale Chart (#3734) by Scott Lindsey Here is a chart of chord scales going around the circle of fifths. (Takes about 20 seconds to load on a 56k modem.) Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3863 Hits · Last Modified: 12/6/01 129. Chord Shape Improvisation, Part 1 (#3246) by Josh Graves Improvisational ideas utilizing minor chord shapes, minor pentatonics, and the minor scale. Serves as a good primer, as does my CAGED lesson, for the more advanced impovisation techniques discussed in Chord Shape Imporvisation, part 2. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 51058 Hits · Last Modified: 8/3/01 130. Chord Shape Improvisation, Part 2 (#3235) by Josh Graves Using chord shapes for melodic imrovisation. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 9604 Hits · Last Modified: 12/8/01 131. CHORD STYLE HARMONIZATION OF TUNES #4 (#9111) by Charles Gacsi This is set #4. The top note may be any function using strings 4, 5, and 6. All chords should make sense. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1423 Hits · Last Modified: 9/5/05 132. Chord Substitution Primer (#6801) by Rich Scott Learn twelve great chord substitution techniques. This lesson is an excerpt from the recently published "Chord Progressions For Songwriters" © 2003 by Richard J. Scott Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4974 Hits · Last Modified: 7/27/03 133. Chord Table (#10941) by Adriano Parmiggianno Chords spelled out Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4495 Hits · Last Modified: 12/11/06 134. Chord Types As Shapes (#11396) by Dave Ratcliffe The different chord types, numbers, degrees, explained with shapes inc. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1456 Hits · Last Modified: 1/27/07 135. Chord Voicings For Alternative Tunings (#3594) by Jeff Kirby Chord voicing examples for standard chords in alternative tuning settings. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 11319 Hits · Last Modified: 10/18/01 136. Chord-Melody 101:part 1:Getting A Grip (#3828) by Robert Strait Demystify the art of chord-melody arranging. This lesson outlines some of the concepts involved in creating a chord-melody style arrangement. For intermediate to advanced skill levels. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 142776 Hits · Last Modified: 6/25/03 137. Chord/Scale Chart Table (#10950) by Adriano Parmiggianno Riffin' the nite away will keep stray dogs at bay. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1196 Hits · Last Modified: 5/17/06 138. Chordal Theory: Add Chords (#4454) by Hector Merced A bit of an explanation of what are add chords and how they relate to you. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2331 Hits · Last Modified: 4/10/02 139. Chordal Theory: Minor Chords (#4455) by Hector Merced Here is a bit more advance look at the chords that make us cry and whine. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1587 Hits · Last Modified: 4/10/02 140. Chordal Theory: Suspended Chords (#4456) by Hector Merced A look at suspended chords... what else you want me to say! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 2426 Hits · Last Modified: 4/10/02 141. Chords (#9043) by Ryan Dunn Here are a lot of chords. This might just come in handy. Will add more soon. Please check out my messages and respond, too. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1940 Hits · Last Modified: 12/27/04 142. CHORDS AND SCALES ARE RIGID AND MOVEABLE (#8418) by Charles Gacsi All chords and scales may be moved to any location on the fret board. This is a short lesson which may be a different point of view for the viewer. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 11603 Hits · Last Modified: 12/26/04 143. Chords In D (#10144) by Tony Sh These are some chords to play in the key of D. I IV V I / vi ii iii vi D G A D Bm Em F#m Bm Theory/Reference · Beginner · 737 Hits · Last Modified: 9/1/05 144. Chromatic City (#9251) by Jason Parker Play the chromatic scale in three different ways. A great workout for any level guitarist, particularly beginner. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3782 Hits · Last Modified: 4/23/06 145. Chromatic Metal Riffs (#10067) by Trevor Carbon An example of chromatic progression for use in fills for metal style songs. Also, examples of non-traditional arrangements, not groupings. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4390 Hits · Last Modified: 10/12/05 146. Chromatic Scale (#10389) by Redmond Militante Overview of the Chromatic Scale. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2607 Hits · Last Modified: 11/12/05 147. Chromatic Scale Exercise (#7453) by Bob O'hara Here's a scale to help aid in finger dexterity and coordination. run this scale back and forth with a metronome and start slow then build as the ability allows. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1774 Hits · Last Modified: 1/8/04 148. Chromatic Scale Warm Up (#9165) by Justin Hale This is Great for beginners This Warm up may seem hard at first but after you work at it a couple of times you will see that it will get easier just dont give up on practicing it it sounds great after you can do it about 200 tempo :P goodluck! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1340 Hits · Last Modified: 1/18/05 149. Chromatisism In Solos (#2172) by Bret Schifke Wanna get a new sound that sticks out when you solo? sick of everything sounding too similiar? check out this lesson Theory/Reference · Advanced · 4291 Hits · Last Modified: 1/8/01 150. Circle Of 5ths (#8924) by Adriano Parmiggianno Ways to use the circle Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1124 Hits · Last Modified: 2/18/05 151. CIRCLE OF 5THS - Scale Relationship (#9627) by Charles Gacsi Explains the relationship of one scale to another via upper and lower parts of the circle of fifths. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5677 Hits · Last Modified: 4/14/05 152. Circle Of 5ths Slide Ruler (#11827) by Adriano Parmiggianno Fast way to see notes of scale and Chords of Scale Page displays properly in IE but not Firefox Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2747 Hits · Last Modified: 1/22/08 153. Circle Of Fifths - Major Scale Notes (#3970) by Sheshagiri Pai If you want to memorize the order of notes in the Circle of Fifths and also Major scale notes...without having a guitar...and pen and paper....look no further. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 12703 Hits · Last Modified: 7/1/02 154. Classical Jam, Very Moody (#7752) by Matt Malmsteen A nice classical melody personally written obviously start off slow then gradually work up to 100 or 110. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1300 Hits · Last Modified: 3/13/04 155. Classical Riffs - Pt I (#6720) by Taylor Carr Paganini's 5th caprice has been done before I'm sure, but this song will build flexability and help exercise your hands. It's a very nice tune - this is only the main part of it, the rest gets more complex. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2438 Hits · Last Modified: 7/7/03 156. Classical Warm-Up (#8777) by Enrique Calderon Start this exercise at a low tempo then, increase it until you can handle it. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1176 Hits · Last Modified: 10/22/04 157. CLOSED Vs OPEN VOICING + INVERSIONS (#9084) by Charles Gacsi Terms used in conventional harmony. Simple but a necessary part of your musical basic knowledge for good voice leading. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2747 Hits · Last Modified: 12/29/04 158. Color-Coded Guitar Slide (#11339) by Adriano Parmiggianno Slide ruler Thanks for all the positive feedback. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 7628 Hits · Last Modified: 4/11/07 159. Color-Coded Reference Table (#10639) by Adriano Parmiggianno This table will help you find chords, substitutes,modes etc....adjusted spacing for simple/compound interval table Theory/Reference · Beginner · 7006 Hits · Last Modified: 4/15/06 160. Common Runs (#10425) by Adrian Dupree 7 Common runs for the guitar. Each one is shone on the major scale. Advice is included, and other information too. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5932 Hits · Last Modified: 11/23/05 161. Comparing Modes (#10942) by Adriano Parmiggianno C Ionian, C Dorian, C Phygian, etc... Harmonized using 7th chords Theory/Reference · Beginner · 588 Hits · Last Modified: 5/15/06 162. Comparing Modes (#754) by Stone Dragon Here's a handy method for memorizing the interval structure and flavor of the major scale modes and learning how to use them in your own playing. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 203282 Hits · Last Modified: 9/4/01 163. Comping (#11929) by Jeff Brent The "Dues and Don'ts" of accompaniment. Also available at http://www.Guitar-Lessons-Riverside-CA.com/Lessons/comping.html Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1119 Hits · Last Modified: 8/29/08 164. Complete 4-String Chord Patterns (#6411) by Stephen Potts Newly updated. 625 four-string chord patterns.(23 pages). Theory/Reference · Beginner · 12727 Hits · Last Modified: 4/23/03 165. Composition For Beginners (#3086) by Igor Stermsek This is an introduction to composing guitar music for complete beginners to the instrument Theory/Reference · Beginner · 6049 Hits · Last Modified: 6/25/01 166. CONNECTING DOMINANT 7ths - String #6 (#6531) by Charles Gacsi This is the 5th lesson on chords. Connection of all the positions of the Dominant 7th chords together, as in lesson #6488, that have their bass note on string #6. This gives a variation when the same exact chord name is used. Relieves the monotony. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2806 Hits · Last Modified: 6/19/04 167. CONNECTING TONIC CHORDS - STRING #6 (#6513) by Charles Gacsi This lesson combines all the positions of the Major Chords together, as in lesson #6486, that have their bass note on string #6. This also gives variation when using the same exact chord name, and relieves the monotony. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4159 Hits · Last Modified: 6/19/04 168. Constructing a 12-tone Matrix (#786) by Gary Regester How to get some mileage out of a 12-tone series. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 2385 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/00 169. Cool And Easy Movable Chord Shape (#4514) by Darryl Roberts A cool sounding movable chord shape, for beginners (and anyone else interested in spicing up their playing a little!) Theory/Reference · Beginner · 6559 Hits · Last Modified: 8/7/02 170. Cool Solo (#11040) by Mark OVART This is a solo i created that is very, very easy so some beginners can get the feel of a solo. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1218 Hits · Last Modified: 6/12/06 171. Cool String Skipping Stuff (#3317) by Joey Torres Here's a little pattern that outlines a min7th shape. I like to start off in the center and work my way out. I just think it sounds cooler than just starting at the bottom and going up & down. Mostly hammers & pulls, just pick when you change strings. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1258 Hits · Last Modified: 1/19/03 172. Cool Tool: Mode Generator (#4888) by Rick Payman An experimental tool for exploring Modes. Updated: You can now listen to the scales. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 7139 Hits · Last Modified: 3/17/04 173. Cool Tool: Stringed Instrument Tuner (#7777) by Rick Payman This Instrument Tuner supports some alternate guitar tunings (added by request), and even alternate instruments! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 7038 Hits · Last Modified: 10/28/04 174. Cool Tool: TetraChord Scale Generator (#4946) by Rick Payman This Tool allows the construction and analysis of One-Octave 7-Note Scales, and is intended as a companion to the TetraChord Lessons of Charles Gacsi. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7549 Hits · Last Modified: 3/11/04 175. COORDINATION - FRET HAND CONTROL (#3841) by Charles Gacsi Independence of the fret hand fingers for Chords and Scales Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2638 Hits · Last Modified: 8/23/04 176. Coordination Exercises And Warm-ups (#5861) by Jonathan Chasteen These exercises are designed to synchronize the left and right hands. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4514 Hits · Last Modified: 1/25/03 177. Crazy Easy Riff (#9832) by Zack Sheppard A simple riff my friend showed me.. its pretty cool! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1518 Hits · Last Modified: 6/12/05 178. Creating A Tune In The Key Of D (#4080) by Hector Merced Here we create a very basic structure to jam with in the Key of, D, it goes over, Chords creation, Progression creation, scales, soloing, and putting it all together. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3173 Hits · Last Modified: 3/31/02 179. Creating Chord-Melody Arrangements (#6794) by Rich Scott Learn to create a chord-melody arrangement using the standard "Georgia On My Mind" Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 42224 Hits · Last Modified: 7/24/03 180. CREATIVE MODERN MUSIC Out Of The BOX #7 (#5249) by Charles Gacsi This lesson gives a review in comparing the ROWS in the previous lessons, one after the other without having to go back to each lesson. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6620 Hits · Last Modified: 11/4/03 181. Criatividade Nos Negócios (#8150) by Igor Busquets Essa é sequencia de todos os acordes que o Cabelo vai precisar saber. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1130 Hits · Last Modified: 5/26/04 182. Cross Picking Chords (#801) by Frederick Burton For all styles, learn to harmonize scales with chords and a great crosspicking exercies. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7882 Hits · Last Modified: 3/11/00 183. Death (#8880) by Joe Bradbury This is a simple riff that me and iain wrote. he plays it and i solo along. it is great 4 soloing 2! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1273 Hits · Last Modified: 11/13/04 184. Death Will Overcome (#10189) by Michael Hamby j.r. Haunting Theory/Reference · Beginner · 842 Hits · Last Modified: 9/17/05 185. Decideing What Pick To Use (#2689) by Karl Haikara How to decide what pick to use. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3346 Hits · Last Modified: 3/30/01 186. DEFINITIONS - SCALE, DIATONIC, CHROMATIC (#5480) by Charles Gacsi Defining the terms; scale, chromatic, diatonic, major and minor scales, according to the Websters New World Dictionary of the American Language. Italian terms are being added as time permits. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 9925 Hits · Last Modified: 7/28/04 187. Deriving The Primordial Pentatonic Scale (#11957) by Jeff Brent The most scientifically sound basis upon which to construct pentatonics is by means of radially symmetrical derived structures (not by an ascending order of consecutive intervals of a fifth). Theory/Reference · Advanced · 848 Hits · Last Modified: 10/25/08 188. Diatonic Chords: Major Key (#11455) by Adriano Parmiggianno Chords available within a Major Key, using notes belonging to the Major Scale Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3952 Hits · Last Modified: 2/3/07 189. Dim7 And 7th Chord Exercises (#10621) by Adriano Parmiggianno These exercises will get you moving all over the fretboard. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1683 Hits · Last Modified: 1/29/06 190. Diminished Scale: What Is, How To Use it (#1440) by Agustín Mombelli Just a few players know how to use the diminished scale, but there´s no mistery in it. Dare to use it. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 8651 Hits · Last Modified: 8/13/00 191. Diminished To Death (#10392) by Jesse Roussos Diminished arppegio Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1511 Hits · Last Modified: 11/14/05 192. Dino's Guitar Lessons (#11191) by Dino Gonzalez (Not yet finished, October 13, 2006) Lessons on guitar starting from nothing up. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2488 Hits · Last Modified: 10/14/06 193. Disecting Scales (#4179) by Hector Merced Well, here is just some ways to take any scales, and search it for musical ideas. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3005 Hits · Last Modified: 5/21/02 194. Disecting Scales #2 (#4338) by Hector Merced Okies, So you know your scales modes, how can we use these modes to find every possible chord you can use? Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1456 Hits · Last Modified: 3/20/02 195. Disecting Scales #3 (#4375) by Hector Merced Okies, Now you know how to find modes and intervals of scale, and how to use the intervals to find safe chords for the scale, but let's try it with Harmonization. Theory/Reference · Expert · 1976 Hits · Last Modified: 4/1/02 196. DIY - Tweakin' Your Tube Amp (#11643) by Brian Wampler How to get better tone out of your guitar or bass amp. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2434 Hits · Last Modified: 4/30/07 197. Dom7 Inversions (#4117) by Kelly Johnson What happens when you tire of the old basic bar position I IV V chords? Here are some inversions in C demonstrating how you can play one chord in four different ways. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1300 Hits · Last Modified: 2/7/02 198. Dominant Scale Choices (#817) by Frederick Burton The first of a three part little ditty. I'll cover dominant, major, and minor chords and popular scale choices to use for improvisation Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 9798 Hits · Last Modified: 5/23/00 199. Dorian Chromatic Theory (#11978) by Jeff Brent A theory that posits that "D Dorian" is the center of the musical universe. Theory/Reference · Expert · 1137 Hits · Last Modified: 11/23/08 200. Dorian Speedfingers (#2615) by Leif Gunnar Aspèn A warm-up lesson Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1779 Hits · Last Modified: 3/15/01 201. Dorian With Some Harmonic Minor (#11095) by Wayne Rader This is an exercise that blends a little bit of harmonic minor in with the A Dorian. Sounds good at 360, maybe in a few years I will be able to play it at that speed! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 560 Hits · Last Modified: 7/2/06 202. Double-Tracking Lead Guitars, Part One (#7831) by Randy Ellefson This article explains how to double-track guitar parts, specific problems, and ways to solve them. The author has been double-tracking everything from shred, to bends, to slides, to sweep arpeggios and more for 20 years. Part 1 of 2. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2969 Hits · Last Modified: 6/26/04 203. Double-Tracking Lead Guitars, Part Two (#8048) by Randy Ellefson This article explains how to double-track guitar parts, specific problems and ways to solve them. The author has been double-tracking everything from shred, to bends, to slides, to sweep arpeggios and more for 20 years. Part 2 of 2. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2099 Hits · Last Modified: 7/5/04 204. Drop D Tuning (#6572) by Evan Duff The very popular drop tuning used in rock. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5967 Hits · Last Modified: 5/25/03 205. E Chord Derivatives Up The Neck (#3346) by John Myers This lesson will show some of the ways chords based on the E shape and location can be moved up the neck to acheive various effects. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3790 Hits · Last Modified: 8/15/01 206. E Major Chord Ideas (#303) by Christopher Sung Strong and sturdy, built to last, the E major chord should bring you hours and hours of fun and enjoyment. Here's a couple of quick ideas about using it and moving the voicing around to create cool harmonies. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 25419 Hits · Last Modified: 10/4/99 207. E Minor Chordal Scale (#7062) by Anthony Ridi E minor Chordal Scale Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1705 Hits · Last Modified: 11/30/03 208. Easy Mental Map Of Guitar Neck (#6275) by Nels Jenstad A short and logical explaination of the way notes are layed out on the guitar. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4115 Hits · Last Modified: 3/20/03 209. Easy Progressions (#10895) by Jeremiah Rowell Need help with a foundation for your progressions? Here's a simple method I use. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2193 Hits · Last Modified: 5/4/06 210. Easyteach #1 (#11970) by Bryce Roto Playing guitar can be rough but with these tips and tricks people can start playing better. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1335 Hits · Last Modified: 11/9/08 211. Educational Value Of Music (#7400) by Sam Munro Essay Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1569 Hits · Last Modified: 12/28/03 212. Effect Pedal Mods...what's The Point? (#7637) by Brian Wampler Effect Pedal Mods - What can YOU get out of them? Who does them? Is it worth it? What is the reason for it? What does it sound like after the mod? Robert keeley, Analogman, Indyguitarist, Tone-jam...? Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3212 Hits · Last Modified: 6/25/04 213. Effects Loops Basics, What Are They For? (#11644) by Brian Wampler The basics of using your effects loop on your amp, and how to use it to get great tone Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2000 Hits · Last Modified: 4/30/07 214. El Arte De Componer (#9249) by Albert Garcia Cuando componemos, debemos pensar más en nuestros sentimientos que en la técnica; pensemos que con pocos acordes y algo de teoria, podemos hacer alguna cosa. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 999 Hits · Last Modified: 4/6/05 215. Enclosures (#10963) by Luigi Massa Applying a enclosures to your solos could open up new passages to new discoveries. Feel free to leave messages if you have any question or if you think something is wrong! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2231 Hits · Last Modified: 6/30/06 216. Engraining the quaver (8th note beat) (#245) by Sam Munro Get to grips with this fundemental rhythm device. For Country gents, Rockers and Jazz-heads alike. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1832 Hits · Last Modified: 9/13/99 217. Enharmonic Modulation (#432) by Greg Robin How to respell diminished 7th chords. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1666 Hits · Last Modified: 11/18/99 218. ENVELOPE OF CHORDS, SCALES, And KEYS #4 (#2613) by Charles Gacsi Lesson covers tetra chords. Circle of 5ths. Key signatures and Keys. Names of notes in all the scales. 14 Basic triads from EACH of the Relative Major and 4 Minor Modes, in ALL MUSICAL KEYS. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 19498 Hits · Last Modified: 10/11/03 219. ENVELOPE OF CHORDS, SCALES, And Keys #5 (#2659) by Charles Gacsi How to make a change from one musical key to the other. It can be done abruptly or with finesse. This lesson was finally finished after about 9 months later than the other lessons on the same subject. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6155 Hits · Last Modified: 10/11/03 220. ENVELOPE OF CHORDS, SCALES, KEYS #1 (#2557) by Charles Gacsi In every key there are many possibilities of chords that are related to the key you are in, or key you wish to go to. This lesson is the introduction to the many possibilities existing. Modulation will be a topic for one of these lessons. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 19232 Hits · Last Modified: 9/23/04 221. ENVELOPE OF CHORDS, SCALES, KEYS #3 (#2584) by Charles Gacsi MODULATION and Relationships between chords, scales, keys. Continuation of lesson #2557 and #2559. Parallel keys. How relative and parallel keys work together and assist MODULATION. The changing of musical keys. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 11463 Hits · Last Modified: 10/9/03 222. ENVELOPE OF CHORDS, SCALES,KEYS #2 (#2559) by Charles Gacsi Continuation of Lesson #2557. Additional scales, chords and keys. There are some 20 + chords within each ENVELOPE. Brief word on modulation. Relative major and minor keys. Related tetra chords. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 13740 Hits · Last Modified: 9/23/04 223. Era Lección De Armonia Cuartal (#7604) by Jesus Aza Esta lección muestra la armonización por cuartas en la tonalidad de C Mayor con sus respectivos Acordes. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5832 Hits · Last Modified: 2/16/04 224. ESCALA MAYOR (MODO JONIO) (#11570) by Alberto Jaimes EL MODULO UNO, HACE REFERENCIA A LAS APLICACIONES SOBRE ACORDES MAYORES, EN ESTE CASO COMENSAREMOS POR EXPLICAR LA ESCALA MAYOR. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2699 Hits · Last Modified: 2/27/07 225. Exotic Scale Choices (#815) by Frederick Burton Just added part. Ever wanted to know what some exotic scales sound like over certain chords.......... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 6821 Hits · Last Modified: 3/11/00 226. Exotic Scales Pt 1 (#6271) by Chris Pinto Stuck in a pentatonic solo "rut"? Try adding some of these interesting "Exotic Scales" to your playing! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3276 Hits · Last Modified: 3/20/03 227. Exotic Scales Pt 2 (#6272) by Chris Pinto More exotic sounding scales which will enhance your solos & playing. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2635 Hits · Last Modified: 3/20/03 228. Exotic Scales Pt 3 (#6274) by Chris Pinto OK Folks, here's 2 more exotic sounding scales for you to try. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1971 Hits · Last Modified: 3/20/03 229. Exploring HarmonicScale Chord Forms #1 (#2656) by Robert Silvia Several Different ways of fingering 7th Chords, in a Harmonized Scale. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 9905 Hits · Last Modified: 3/25/01 230. Exploring HarmonicScale Chord Forms #2 (#2646) by Robert Silvia Several Different ways of fingering 7th Chords, in a Harmonized Scale. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6118 Hits · Last Modified: 3/25/01 231. Exploring HarmonicScale Chord Forms #3 (#2663) by Robert Silvia Several Different ways of fingering 7th Chords, in a Harmonized Scale. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 8121 Hits · Last Modified: 3/25/01 232. Exploring HarmonicScale Chord Forms #4 (#2665) by Robert Silvia Several Different ways of fingering 7th Chords, in a Harmonized Scale. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5171 Hits · Last Modified: 3/25/01 233. Extended Pentatonics & Ext. Blues Scale (#9027) by Jason Parker Beginners start playing the entire neck. Those who don't know the pentatonic cut-throughs should take a gander. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3982 Hits · Last Modified: 8/20/05 234. F Major Scale Modes (#4041) by Hans Vlemmix F major scale modes Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2896 Hits · Last Modified: 1/29/02 235. F# Minor In Thirds (#7060) by Anthony Ridi F# Minor in Thirds Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1104 Hits · Last Modified: 10/5/03 236. F#maj Arpeggio (#4444) by Hector Merced First we Took the F# Major chords, now let's take it's relative Arpeggio. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2020 Hits · Last Modified: 9/1/02 237. Favorite Lessons (#10139) by Michael Hamby j.r. Hey, you might find one of your songs Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2346 Hits · Last Modified: 9/21/05 238. Feel the Strings (#461) by Josh Graves Great warm-up exercises for the left hand compiled with right hand fingerstyle technique to improve accuracy, speed, consistency, dynamics and tone-color. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 67277 Hits · Last Modified: 3/31/00 239. Feel The Strings Part II (#928) by Josh Graves More warm up exercises for fingerstyle guitarists. These are geared towards players who wish expand their fretting hand abilities while strengthening right hand technique. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6716 Hits · Last Modified: 4/4/00 240. Finding Intervals (#11148) by Adriano Parmiggianno Intervals and Fretboard Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2753 Hits · Last Modified: 8/5/06 241. Finger Acrobatics (#10289) by Jason Parker Build speed now. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 8455 Hits · Last Modified: 1/11/06 242. Finger Acrobatics 2 (#10358) by Jason Parker More... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2164 Hits · Last Modified: 4/23/06 243. Finger Exercise, Classical Flair (#3678) by Robert Chiefari A little warmup exercise, with a classical flavor. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4691 Hits · Last Modified: 1/8/02 244. Finger Faster (#5408) by Mat Gordon Try it and say me if u like it!Have fun!Rockermatto Theory/Reference · Expert · 2000 Hits · Last Modified: 10/22/02 245. Finger Independence (#9888) by Matthew Laham Develop finger independence and muscle memory. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5379 Hits · Last Modified: 11/23/05 246. Finger Twister (#8025) by Chris Kohler Exercises in alternate picking, position shifting, and tricky fingerings. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1914 Hits · Last Modified: 5/7/04 247. Finger Workout (#9223) by Eric Bruce This excercise builds left-hand finger strength, and shows how similiar the G Major and G Mixolydian shape are. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2467 Hits · Last Modified: 1/21/05 248. Fingered Harmonics Technique (#9322) by Tom Towle Playing harmonics on fingered strings using your thumb to pluck and forefinger to mask. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1776 Hits · Last Modified: 2/22/05 249. Fingerpicking madness (#1025) by Bill Trevaskis This excersise helps increase speed and accuracy with fingerpicking. Remember that p=thumb, i=index, m=middle. Use the P on the third string, I on the second, and M on the first. It also helps with some major chord forms! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 3659 Hits · Last Modified: 4/24/00 250. FLAT/ SHARP THE 5TH OF THE DOMINANT 7 (#5500) by Charles Gacsi Principals of creating flatted fifth chords, and #5 chords. Examples are given. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6440 Hits · Last Modified: 1/10/04 251. Follow The Leader! Fun With Majors (#3790) by TJ Flickinger This is an exercise using simple major scale structure. GREAT for warmups and speed/articulation. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1712 Hits · Last Modified: 12/5/01 252. For Miren (#9359) by Shaun Dent For miren, wot do u think Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1358 Hits · Last Modified: 2/27/05 253. Fretboard Geography :: The Solo Map (#9952) by Fred Pool It's time you learned some fretboard geography; learn where you are, where you can go, and how to get there without getting lost. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1715 Hits · Last Modified: 11/1/09 254. Fretboard Maps (#11140) by Adriano Parmiggianno Learning the Fretboard Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1717 Hits · Last Modified: 7/21/06 255. Fretboard Patterns For Technique (#6679) by Jim Heidinger This lesson explores ways to develop exercises to improve left and right hand technique. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7933 Hits · Last Modified: 2/20/05 256. Frets And Keys (#1225) by John Rice This lesson describes the relationship between the frets and the keys. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3993 Hits · Last Modified: 7/5/00 257. Fun With Power Chords (#4057) by Hector Merced A Brief Welcome to the typical Power Chord! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3106 Hits · Last Modified: 1/29/02 258. Fun With The Kumoi Scale (#4044) by Hector Merced A lesson on a Jaanese Pentatonic scale, he Kumoi scale. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2891 Hits · Last Modified: 5/17/02 259. Fundamental Modes (#7222) by Matthew Laham My attempt at explaining modes. Feel free to critisize me in a constructive manner. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 18081 Hits · Last Modified: 11/15/04 260. G Major Chordal Scale (#7061) by Anthony Ridi G Major Chordal Scale Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1371 Hits · Last Modified: 10/6/03 261. G Major Pentatonic Scale (#8562) by Anthony Sanna This is a cool scale. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1368 Hits · Last Modified: 8/25/04 262. G Major Violin Exercise (#11089) by Wayne Rader This piece is one I found on violinonline.com (by Wolhfahrt). Besides just getting out of normal guitar patterns, it is good for practicing those fourths where you need to lay your current finger over the next string to play the note that is a fourth up. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 598 Hits · Last Modified: 6/30/06 263. Generic Slash Bass Notation (#11931) by Jeff Brent Generic "Slash Bass" Leadsheet Notation Codified. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 898 Hits · Last Modified: 9/6/08 264. Get Bent (#1337) by Brian Elzey Another way to visualize scales on the neck Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 13405 Hits · Last Modified: 9/11/00 265. Get The Same Tune In Different Places (#7988) by Jack Robinson It's a measure to get the same tune in different places. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1234 Hits · Last Modified: 4/28/04 266. Getting Started On Major Scales (#8424) by Carl Johnson Scales made easy and fun. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1869 Hits · Last Modified: 7/29/04 267. Getting The Most Out Of A Scale (#2674) by Robert Silvia Learn, Compare, and Extend scale forms for the guitar. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5584 Hits · Last Modified: 3/26/01 268. Giant Steps Analysis. (#11963) by Jeff Brent Demystifying John Coltrane's "Giant Steps". Also available at http://Guitar-Lessons-Riverside-CA.com/Lessons/giantsteps.html Theory/Reference · Expert · 1504 Hits · Last Modified: 11/2/08 269. Great Exercises (#8892) by Justin Harding These are some of the best exercises that I know! These will build strength in your hands, both your picking and fretting fingers will benefit from these exercises. Exercises here for sweeping, alternate picking, legato, and more! Check this out! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 7980 Hits · Last Modified: 11/17/04 270. Great Scales-incorporate Into Your Solos (#3068) by Evan DiGiambattista Use and incorporate these scales into your solos to improve and impress your fellow compatriots! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 7850 Hits · Last Modified: 7/4/01 271. GROOVE THING (#444) by Greg Robin Here is an audio demo of the modulation concept. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1752 Hits · Last Modified: 11/22/99 272. Guide To Effects (#1037) by Stefan Leonhardt There are lots of effects for guitar out there. I'll try to explain them and provide some ideas for using them. Thanks to Stone Dragon, you now can LISTEN to most of the effects described!!!!! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 187018 Hits · Last Modified: 9/29/06 273. Guitar Attitude (#8547) by Bill Bill This is for all who need the ropes of guitar attitude Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1177 Hits · Last Modified: 8/19/04 274. Guitar Folders And Frames (#1) (#4985) by Marco Mejia How to organize your material and your time. And answer the question... What to play now???? Theory/Reference · Beginner · 9950 Hits · Last Modified: 3/20/04 275. GUITAR FUNDAMENTALS (#3840) by Charles Gacsi Guidelines for basic problems encountered by a new guitarist. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4974 Hits · Last Modified: 11/18/03 276. Guitarist Checklist (#4427) by Hector Merced This lesson that summarizes a checklist of what guitarists should learn and master minimum. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 9458 Hits · Last Modified: 5/21/02 277. Half Whole Dim Pattern (#8663) by Todd Visentine This is a half whole dim pattern inspired by Death Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1013 Hits · Last Modified: 9/22/04 278. Hall Of The Mountain King 2 (#10249) by Adrian Dupree A very fun song to play for begginers. The octave is included and is optional. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1646 Hits · Last Modified: 10/7/05 279. Harmonic Minor Scale Tune (#4028) by Robert Chiefari Here's a little piece I came up with playing around with the harmonic minor scale. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1592 Hits · Last Modified: 1/27/02 280. Harmonized "4-3-2-1" String Group Chords (#1444) by Frederick Burton Harmonized major scale with seventh chords using "4-3-2-1" strings. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5613 Hits · Last Modified: 8/16/00 281. Harmonized Harmonic Minor Scale (#804) by Frederick Burton In addition to my lesson on the Harmonic Minor Scale, here's the chords with some more theory. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5946 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/00 282. Harmonized Melodic Minor Scale (#1706) by Frederick Burton Expand your chordal vocabulary by learning to harmonize the scale. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7385 Hits · Last Modified: 10/17/00 283. Harmony 101 (#1533) by Sam Munro A beginners guide Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2588 Hits · Last Modified: 9/10/00 284. HaRmOnY WoRkShOp: Chuck Christian (#5083) by Robert Strait In response to D. McMullen's "Harmony Homework" thread, here is a sequence outlining the harmonized melody. **This is not an actual lesson***...but do check out the fretbuzz thread!! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 2138 Hits · Last Modified: 8/20/02 285. Helpful Patterns For Learning Scales (#1343) by David Coffin A few alternative ways to visualize major-scale patterns over the entire neck of the guitar Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 14579 Hits · Last Modified: 7/22/00 286. Helpfull Tip (#2465) by Tad Green Geting yourself prepared to play while also helping the life of your strings. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1291 Hits · Last Modified: 2/22/01 287. Hold The Shape (#10624) by Adriano Parmiggianno Neat little groove to get a bass line while holding the chord shape Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1080 Hits · Last Modified: 1/26/06 288. Holding Technique (#5128) by Cory Voeltner Teaches the proper holding technique for guitar, the pros and the cons, and why it helps and works. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4820 Hits · Last Modified: 8/29/02 289. HOLDING THE GUITAR (#2678) by Charles Gacsi The guitar is your friend. Don't fight the movement of the guitar. Work with it. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 9439 Hits · Last Modified: 8/11/04 290. HOLDING THE PICK. CONTROL. COORDINATION (#2679) by Charles Gacsi Accuracy with the pick hand increases with practice of this lesson. It is a way to gain mastery. You can do it for yourself. Not hard. Be patient with your self. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 42929 Hits · Last Modified: 3/14/04 291. Hot Wangs (#4588) by Andrew Deem Cool groove Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1269 Hits · Last Modified: 5/8/02 292. How To Impress Ladies With Your Playing (#1559) by Ian Howe A step by step instruction guide to playing guitar in such a way as to get ladies to love both your playing and you. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 24370 Hits · Last Modified: 9/10/00 293. How To Make( And Use) Modes (#4955) by Jesse Fish How to make modes easily. And learn what to do with em.. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 14144 Hits · Last Modified: 10/1/02 294. How To Practice (#7957) by Oliver Primus This is how i feel you can get the best out of what time you have to practice, it hopefully will show you ways to become more focused and in time become a btter player Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3008 Hits · Last Modified: 4/22/04 295. How to Practice (#813) by Frederick Burton Everything done should be done everywhere on the fretboard............... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 155492 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/00 296. How To Practice Effectively Part Five (#4773) by Stephen Lindsay Stuck in a rut? Try some of these practical suggestions to make practising effective and fun. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7017 Hits · Last Modified: 7/11/07 297. How To Practice Effectively Part Four (#4740) by Stephen Lindsay Use a time management approach to maximise your practice sessions. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 9975 Hits · Last Modified: 7/11/07 298. How To Practice Effectively Part One (#3715) by Stephen Lindsay Setting SMART objectives. Make your practice goals SPECIFIC, MEASUREABLE, ACHIEVABLE, REALISTIC & TIME-LIMITED and watch yourself progress Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 10008 Hits · Last Modified: 7/11/07 299. How To Practice Effectively Part Six (#11720) by Stephen Lindsay Six approaches to boosting your practice routine Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2575 Hits · Last Modified: 7/15/07 300. How To Practice Effectively Part Two (#3721) by Stephen Lindsay Organise your practice routine and develop your playing using this personal development planning tool kit Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4433 Hits · Last Modified: 7/11/07 301. How To Practice With A Metronome (#10403) by Redmond Militante This is a brief lesson on how to practice correctly with a metronome or drum machine. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 7177 Hits · Last Modified: 11/18/05 302. How To Solo On The Guitar (#11600) by Jason Parker My wholenote free lessons on guitar soloing. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4291 Hits · Last Modified: 8/15/07 303. How To Tune Into Drop C (#6570) by Evan Duff How to take your guitar into Drop C tuning, and create beautiful metal and rock power chords in a snap. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 74257 Hits · Last Modified: 5/25/03 304. Html (#10175) by Michael Hamby j.r. Html help Theory/Reference · Beginner · 745 Hits · Last Modified: 9/18/05 305. Html Text (#10195) by Michael Hamby j.r. All the diffrent text you need Theory/Reference · Beginner · 652 Hits · Last Modified: 9/20/05 306. I Hate Modes (#435) by Jeremy Cotton Totally useless modes lesson. Don't bother, it is not even worth the trouble. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 33001 Hits · Last Modified: 3/15/05 307. II-V-I's (5-4-3-2) String Group (#1713) by Frederick Burton Part two on learning this chord progression with another string family. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2872 Hits · Last Modified: 10/19/00 308. II.13 (#8886) by Dan Eikanger Yes Theory/Reference · Beginner · 844 Hits · Last Modified: 11/15/04 309. Improvisation (#11934) by Kyle Neufeld Simple grooves to improvise over. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2591 Hits · Last Modified: 4/8/09 310. INCREASE SPAN BETWEEN FRET HAND FINGERS (#3846) by Charles Gacsi Increase the span between adjacent fret hand fingers. Build control. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1989 Hits · Last Modified: 11/13/03 311. Index To My Lessons (#5181) by Jesse Fish An index to my lessons, so people can view all of my works without seaching them all out Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2641 Hits · Last Modified: 9/21/02 312. Inside Chords (#6427) by Stephen Potts Learn unique "inside chords" for guitar. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 9424 Hits · Last Modified: 4/23/03 313. Inside Outside Picking (#10150) by Wayne Rader Inside or outside picking exercise, with a great tune. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1339 Hits · Last Modified: 6/27/06 314. Instant Pentatonic Pattern Mastery (#2289) by Jason Herfort Expand your knowledge of pentatonics! Cover the entire fretboard. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5848 Hits · Last Modified: 12/4/01 315. Interlocking Chord Tones On 2-5-1 Change (#11918) by Jeff Brent A cool and useful idea for chordal soloing over ii-V7-I changes. Complete with midi audio, sheet music, and tablature examples. Also available at http://Guitar-Lessons-Riverside-CA.com/Lessons/DTMSii-V7-I.html Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1011 Hits · Last Modified: 7/28/08 316. INTERMEDIATE MUSICIANSHIP (#3922) by Charles Gacsi Intervals, Chord Construction, Circle of 5ths, Modulation, Transposition, and Understanding Diminished Chords Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1730 Hits · Last Modified: 12/4/01 317. Internalizing Rhythm (#11930) by Jeff Brent Find where it lives. Also available at http://Guitar-Lessons-Riverside-CA.com/Lessons/InternalRhythm.html Theory/Reference · Beginner · 469 Hits · Last Modified: 8/29/08 318. INTERVALS (#10123) by Charles Gacsi Distances between all notes explained. Self test at the end of the lesson. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4097 Hits · Last Modified: 8/28/05 319. Intervals (#763) by John Rice This lesson describes the basics of intervals and how they relate to the guitar. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 17677 Hits · Last Modified: 9/6/05 320. Intonation (#3) (#7878) by Marco Mejia Learn how to intonate your instrument and the third part of "Breaking Hand". Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3620 Hits · Last Modified: 4/8/04 321. Intro To Music Theory (#10391) by Redmond Militante Harmony deals with the study of chords and their relationship with one another. The understanding of harmony is essential to the understanding of the language of music. This lesson is an introduction to the fundamentals of music theory. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 12510 Hits · Last Modified: 11/17/05 322. Intro. To & App. Of Intervals (#8146) by Brad Thibodeau This is brief introduction to the world of intervals. I have included applications to common rock songs. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4137 Hits · Last Modified: 5/23/04 323. Introduction To Inversions (#4247) by Jay McConnell Inversions and how their use can improve your harmonic, melodic, and compositional approach. Change the colors in some of the progressions you are already playing. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 13361 Hits · Last Modified: 3/27/02 324. Inversion Perversions (#4662) by Darrin Koltow What are inversions and how do they help us play better? They sound like some kind of meteorological term. Actually, they're a bit like that game that little league players play with the bat, to decide which team gets to hit first... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2463 Hits · Last Modified: 5/23/02 325. Inversions (Am chord triad) (#480) by Jimmy Lee What in hell is and inversion? a chord inversion is when an other note that's not the tonic one is the grover. why invert a chord? When you invert a chord you are able to make chord changes sound a lot smoother in song riffs and rhiythm figures Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1548 Hits · Last Modified: 12/26/99 326. Inversions Of 7th Chords (#10248) by Justin Harding In this lesson I will cover my favorite shapes for 7th chord inversions... including several examples of Min7, Min7-5, m(Maj7), Maj7, Maj7-5, Maj7+5, Dom7, Dom7+5(Aug7), Dom7-5, and Dim7 inversions. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 4004 Hits · Last Modified: 10/12/05 327. Jam And Solo (#4026) by Hector Merced A Lesson about jamming and soloing. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2410 Hits · Last Modified: 5/21/02 328. James - Metheny/Mays (#12007) by Jeff Brent Chord analysis of the tune "James" by Pat Metheny and Lyle Mays. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1197 Hits · Last Modified: 2/28/09 329. Jammin' With Jimmy (#3414) by Justin Watts The intro from castles made of sand... It'll help with your blues and Jimmy style. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3054 Hits · Last Modified: 9/2/01 330. Jazzing Up A Simple Tune (#11933) by Jeff Brent Some ideas for reharmonizing non-Jazz songs. Also available at http://Guitar-Lessons-Riverside-CA.com/Lessons/jazzup.html Theory/Reference · Advanced · 798 Hits · Last Modified: 9/19/08 331. Jesu, The Picking Exercise (#7390) by John Bohn Taking Bach's classic Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring and turning it into a picking exercise. Great little exercise to through in your warm-up. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3956 Hits · Last Modified: 6/28/04 332. Jim's Live Jam (#11451) by Debra Jean Jim Heidinger created the 'Live Jam' site to allow musicians the ability to jam live in real time. This lesson explains how to join in. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1016 Hits · Last Modified: 1/2/07 333. John Petrucci Style-Incredible Scales (#5421) by Mat Gordon Scale sequences-Swipping-Arpeggios-Ascending and Descending scale.Get ur fingers faster!Rockermatto. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5348 Hits · Last Modified: 10/25/02 334. John Petrucci Style:Lesson#2 (#5427) by Mat Gordon Beautiful scale sequences!(Metal).Queste scale sono dedicate ad Andrea e Matteo il Moro.(This scale sequences are dedicated to Andrea and Matteo il Moro.Rockermatto Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4742 Hits · Last Modified: 10/26/02 335. John R. Warm-Up Rountines Parts 1-2 (#8400) by John Rich These warm-ups are just rudimentary excercises that I use to keep my fingers in shape and to keep my dexterity up. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1766 Hits · Last Modified: 7/23/04 336. Johny Smith (Piano)Chords (#216) by Sam Munro Also known as close voicing chords they bring will an interesting vitality to your chordal soloing and accompaniment. also a great exercise for your fatigued weenies. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2202 Hits · Last Modified: 8/20/99 337. Jumping The First Chord Hurdle (#8488) by Ted O'Farrell The "F" Chord is usually a difficult chord to play. It is the first hurdle to jump, a milestone! Try these ideas and alternate fingerings to help you play. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1283 Hits · Last Modified: 8/7/04 338. Just How Do Those Stompboxes Work!? (#9095) by Brian Wampler Humorous guide shows you just how effect pedals create all those cools sounds...you'll get a kick out of it! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1458 Hits · Last Modified: 1/10/05 339. Just Playing Around (#3316) by Fletcher Smith This is just an idea I had while playing around this afternoon. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1445 Hits · Last Modified: 8/7/01 340. Keeping A Rock Band (#3104) by Igor Stermsek Everyone knows how to make a rock band. It's very easy. But many bands fall apart. I'm going to explain how my band stayed together and I hope it helps you with yours Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3762 Hits · Last Modified: 7/1/01 341. Keeping Up With The Changes (#6957) by Gary Murphy Most guitar players tend to enjoy playing songs with slow chord changes. Certain styles of music, like Western Swing, Jazz, and Hymns, tend to change chords quickly. This lesson shows you an easy way to keep up with all the changes. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 24630 Hits · Last Modified: 12/23/04 342. Key Centers And Common Tones -- Part 2 (#3829) by Steve Cass This is the nineteenth lesson in the Playbook for the Beginner and Beyond series and Part 2 in a three part series on using key centers to create a more free flowing solo between passages. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 11121 Hits · Last Modified: 3/17/06 343. Key Centers And Common Tones -- Part 3 (#3830) by Steve Cass This is the twentieth lesson in the Playbook for the Beginner and Beyond series, and the final part in a three-part series designed to help your soloing as you find and use Common Tones by discovering Key Centers. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 10960 Hits · Last Modified: 3/17/06 344. Key Centers And Common Tones -- Part I (#3810) by Steve Cass This is the eighteenth lesson in the Playbook for the Beginner and Beyond series and Part I of three lessons designed to help you take the next step in your soloing and to help reinforce what you may already know about chord scales and key centers. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 50319 Hits · Last Modified: 3/17/06 345. KEY SIGNATURES (#8871) by Charles Gacsi What it means. Sequencial order. How to identify. What relationship are key signatures to scales, modes, and chords. The names of the PRIMARY major and minor chords are given for every key. Major = Degrees I, IV, V7 In Minor = i, iv, V7 Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5210 Hits · Last Modified: 8/23/05 346. Key Signatures (#11731) by William Wilson A quick lesson that teaches how to remember key signatures. A crucial part of music theory, learning scales, chord progressions, and more. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1808 Hits · Last Modified: 8/6/07 347. Key Terms Of The Guitar (#6585) by Evan Duff There are many terms to learn about the guitar. Learn the important ones. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1543 Hits · Last Modified: 6/2/03 348. Know Your Fretboard (#8767) by Jason Parker A hands-on and simple method for knowing each note on the fretboard. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7194 Hits · Last Modified: 1/20/05 349. Knowing The Fretboard Through Chords (#10544) by Tom Merklinger A stellar technique for finding chord voicings and learning the fretboard. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 7509 Hits · Last Modified: 3/28/06 350. Learn Polyrhythms On Your Lunch Break (#11165) by Jake Lizzio How to understand and execute basic polyrhythms. First pages focus on playing them with your hands and voice, then with your guitar. 100% Guaranteed to disturb your family and friends. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4194 Hits · Last Modified: 8/14/06 351. Learn The Fretboard (#10170) by Nick Homer Learning the Fretboard Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2014 Hits · Last Modified: 9/10/05 352. LEARN TO READ THE NOTES ON THE GUITAR #1 (#8875) by Charles Gacsi You are going to teach your self to read notes. This lesson will guide you along the way. It is a start for you to gain freedom and independence from TAB reading. Both are useful tools for the dedicated GUITARIST. PRINT OUT EACH PAGE for reference. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 6542 Hits · Last Modified: 8/24/05 353. LEARN TO READ THE NOTES ON THE GUITAR #2 (#8877) by Charles Gacsi This lesson is a continuation of prior lesson "Learning To Read The Notes On The Guitar #1". Take your time. Read all that you write. Remember you are teaching your self to read music.PRINT OUT EACH PAGE FOR REFERENCE. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4310 Hits · Last Modified: 8/24/05 354. LEARN TO READ THE NOTES ON THE GUITAR #3 (#8878) by Charles Gacsi Continuation of prior lessons with the same title, #1 and #2. Remember you are teaching your self to read music notation.When you have completed this page, all the notes in the open position should be familiar to you. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5560 Hits · Last Modified: 8/24/05 355. Learn Your Major Scale Inside and Out (#308) by Christopher Sung Use intervals to really get a grip on how the major scale is constructed. Once you know these exercises, you can use them to shed any scale... Theory/Reference · Advanced · 409095 Hits · Last Modified: 3/22/00 356. LEARNING CHORDS FROM SCRATCH #1 (#6400) by Charles Gacsi This lesson is for the individual who knows absolutely no chords. It is an organized method of learning chords, with the easiest first. This is a lesson on Gaining Control of your fret hand. Follow up with Lesson #6434 same title #2 Theory/Reference · Beginner · 26314 Hits · Last Modified: 6/29/04 357. Learning The Fretboard (#10562) by Matthew Cline A simple picture of note locations on the Guitar Fretboard. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1124 Hits · Last Modified: 1/4/06 358. Learning The String Of The Guitar Part 1 (#6573) by Evan Duff The First Part in a series of learning lessons on the 6 guitar strings. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3417 Hits · Last Modified: 5/26/03 359. Learning The String Of The Guitar Part 2 (#6583) by Evan Duff Learn the second thinnest, or "B" string. Part of a six lesson series. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1125 Hits · Last Modified: 5/28/03 360. Learning The String Of The Guitar Part 3 (#6598) by Evan Duff The third part of my series to teach you the basic notes of the guitar. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 983 Hits · Last Modified: 6/2/03 361. Learning thy Turnarounds (#824) by Frederick Burton Used in all forms of western music, (jazz, blues, pop), the "turnaround" is what gets us from point A to point B. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 19255 Hits · Last Modified: 3/11/00 362. Learning Your Chords (#6420) by Joseph Salinas Here are some chords to get started on learning and memorizng,the fingering and positions.The root is off the sixth string or "E" string. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1860 Hits · Last Modified: 4/20/03 363. Left-Right Hand Syncronation (#821) by Frederick Burton No real theory here. If you like Tae-Bo or the 20 minute work out. Check this out. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3315 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/00 364. LEGATO (#8838) by Charles Gacsi A legato is similar to a pull off, but the hand moves in a more disciplined manner and that is what this lesson is all about. LEGATO. Controlled movement of the fret hand. Not a pull off. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4620 Hits · Last Modified: 11/2/04 365. Lesson Authoring: Using HTML TABLE Tags (#5823) by Rick Payman A brief introduction to using HTML TABLE tags in WholeNote Lessons, with examples of formatting lyrics. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3796 Hits · Last Modified: 12/30/02 366. LINEAR CONNECTION (#448) by Greg Robin How to connect chords and melodies in a legato manner Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1768 Hits · Last Modified: 11/22/99 367. Linear Motion (#9261) by John Rich This lesson's purpose is to a) become better aquinted with the coordination involved with the left-and right-hands and b) to learn how to become more familiar with playing scales linearly Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3618 Hits · Last Modified: 4/6/06 368. Lydian Chromatic Concept Discrepancies (#11947) by Jeff Brent A review of "The Lydian Chromatic Concept" with proofs that it is based on a false premise. Also available at http://Guitar-Lessons-Riverside-CA.com/Lessons/LCC/LCCdiscrepancies.html Theory/Reference · Ridiculous · 2245 Hits · Last Modified: 11/3/08 369. Macht Kaput was Kaput Macht (#539) by Jeremy Cotton use scales and scalar exercises to build and reinforce your picking technic. The whole lesson is not in German, I promise. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 13891 Hits · Last Modified: 12/10/04 370. Magic Chord Transformation (#302) by Jeremy Cotton The mysteries of the fretboard revealed....first installment Theory/Reference · Beginner · 240137 Hits · Last Modified: 11/8/04 371. Magic Chord Transformation Pt. 3 (#443) by Jeremy Cotton Chord Oragami-not that bad, really. Deals with diminshed chord transformations. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 36629 Hits · Last Modified: 12/15/04 372. Major And Blues Soloing (#3217) by Julian Guy Here is a small run through of the 2 most common scales used in blues soloing Theory/Reference · Advanced · 5711 Hits · Last Modified: 7/21/01 373. Major And Minor Pentatonic Chart (#11314) by Adriano Parmiggianno Cool chart with a few caged forms Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2366 Hits · Last Modified: 10/30/06 374. Major And Minor Pentatonic Scales (#10919) by Adriano Parmiggianno Reference Table Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1215 Hits · Last Modified: 5/14/06 375. Major And Minor Scales (#12041) by Michael Bline A more straight foreward, to the point, beginner lesson on scales. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 550 Hits · Last Modified: 9/15/09 376. Major Arpeggios Using CAGED System (#11003) by Tom Red A tutorial on the 5 arpeggio shapes for a major chord using the CAGED shapes. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4898 Hits · Last Modified: 6/1/06 377. MAJOR CHORDS - Bass Note - String #6 (#6486) by Charles Gacsi This is the 1st of a series of lessons designed for learning chords beyond open strings. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3702 Hits · Last Modified: 6/18/04 378. Major Exercises (#10111) by Trevor Carbon Some examples of some melodies using E major, 7th position. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2068 Hits · Last Modified: 10/12/05 379. Major Harmonization (#9433) by Mike Murphy Need a crutch for Major keyed songs? Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2641 Hits · Last Modified: 3/12/05 380. Major Pentatonics: A Moving Lesson (#1044) by WholeNote Staff The ever elusive Pentatonic Scale lives in many habitats: rock, blues, country... Perhaps this lesson can break down some of the mystery with some moving examples! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 58164 Hits · Last Modified: 4/30/00 381. Major Scale Chord Harmony (#59) by PJ Labinski How to build chords for a major scale, and some different voicings for them. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6315 Hits · Last Modified: 6/16/99 382. Major Scale Exercise (#9240) by Jason Parker Solo with the G Major Scale (G Ionian Mode). Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1851 Hits · Last Modified: 8/15/05 383. Major Scale Harmony (#5238) by Hector Merced After all the exaustive exotic scale and soloing work I've done, let's go back and take a deeper look at the Major Scale. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4400 Hits · Last Modified: 9/25/02 384. Major Scale Patterns (#5715) by Michael Campbell This is a system I have used for my guitar playing. Try converting these scales into minor scales. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1571 Hits · Last Modified: 1/19/03 385. Major Scales Practiced Chromatically (#11691) by Jake Briggs This is a fantastic way to get right into practicing scales in first position. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4443 Hits · Last Modified: 4/3/08 386. Major Scales, Chords, And Modes (#3433) by Brian Ritacco Most palyers know more about modes than they may realize. This lesson shows the simple relationship between a major scale, some chords, and some modes. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7315 Hits · Last Modified: 9/6/01 387. Make Your Guitar Laugh (#7524) by Matthew Laham Learn how to make your guitar laugh. I discovered how to do this by listening to Steve Vai. If you have any questions or comments just message me. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6243 Hits · Last Modified: 12/2/04 388. Make Your Guitar Sound Like A Saxophone (#6997) by Ben Sanders Make your guitar sound like a saxophone, using a Zoom 606 effects unit. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1657 Hits · Last Modified: 9/20/03 389. MAKING A MUSIC SLIDE RULE (#9740) by Charles Gacsi © 2004 Wholenote members may make one music slide rule for themselves until revoked any time in the future. A how to on Scales ,major & 4 minor Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 9917 Hits · Last Modified: 5/16/05 390. Making Chord Progressions (#10766) by Chris Adams A lot of rock is built around chord progressions...so this will help you a lot Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3350 Hits · Last Modified: 3/18/06 391. Map Progressions Using Fretboard (#7575) by Jim Heidinger A formula for both note positions and chord progressions using a very simple form. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1570 Hits · Last Modified: 2/4/04 392. MASTER MATRIX 2 (#4097) by Jay McConnell Part 2 of an ongoing exploration that expands the normal 7-tone keys to include non-diatonic and other chord/scale choices. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 5447 Hits · Last Modified: 2/4/02 393. Master Matrix...the Beginnining (#4068) by Jay McConnell Chromatic approach to harmonizing bass notes with a variety of chords and melody tones. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 3498 Hits · Last Modified: 2/3/02 394. Master The Fretboard (#8068) by Darren Hightower 5 Diatonic Scale Patterns for playing in relative keys (Major/Minor) - this will help you master the fretboard easily and quickly. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6641 Hits · Last Modified: 5/8/04 395. Melodic Atmospheres On The Fretboard (#2753) by Shawn Bunting How to make cool melodies even cooler using relative notes and picking patterns with your chords. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2864 Hits · Last Modified: 4/19/01 396. Melodic Minor/Harmonic Minor (#11503) by Adriano Parmiggianno Table compares Major modes to Melodic minor modes Table compares Major modes to Harmonic minor modes Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1929 Hits · Last Modified: 1/27/07 397. Melodic Tendencies (#11932) by Jeff Brent Note choices based on psycho-acoustic factors. Also available at http://Guitar-Lessons-Riverside-CA.com/Lessons/MelodicTendencies.html and http://Guitar-Lessons-Riverside-CA.com/Lessons/suggest.html Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 798 Hits · Last Modified: 9/14/08 398. Memorizing Musical Modes - Part 1 (#9154) by John Chamley Can you name the 7 Greek Musical Modes in order? Do you know what they are and how they are used? Read Part One to begin uncovering the mystery of the Greek modes. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 17528 Hits · Last Modified: 1/14/05 399. Memorizing Musical Modes - Part 2 (#9537) by John Chamley Bite sized lessons on modes to eat with your lunch. Lesson 2 covers ionian and aeolian. Bon appetit. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 11004 Hits · Last Modified: 3/31/05 400. Memorizing Musical Modes - Part 3 (#10240) by John Chamley Mixolydian Trix Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5421 Hits · Last Modified: 10/24/05 401. Memorizing Musical Modes - Part 4 (#11026) by John Chamley Dorian and other minor scales compared Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2068 Hits · Last Modified: 6/9/06 402. Metal Tone Qualities (#969) by Jason Clark Ever want to get the REAL metal sound? Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2198 Hits · Last Modified: 4/11/00 403. Metric Modulation (#4072) by Jay McConnell Develop skills for feeling rhythms on a more intricate level as well as great picking and warmup exercises. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5189 Hits · Last Modified: 2/22/02 404. Metronome & Chromatic Scale Excersize (#5351) by Chris Pinto This is an excersize I'm sure will help build speed, coordination, and fluidity to your playing. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2558 Hits · Last Modified: 3/7/03 405. Mexican Theme (#10512) by Will Thorpe Very easy little tine that anyone can play! Please dont rate low just because its simple and for new guitarists. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1577 Hits · Last Modified: 12/21/05 406. Mini-Sweeps (#8430) by Joey Torres This is for my Racer X brethren. I use this lick quite a bit. Start slow, then tear it up. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1473 Hits · Last Modified: 7/28/04 407. Minor Pentatonic Scale Pattern 1 (#1284) by Ben Freeman The first of 5 paterns for the Minor pentatonic scale. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4196 Hits · Last Modified: 7/14/00 408. Minor Pentatonic Scale Pattern 2 (#1294) by Ben Freeman The second of 5 patterns for the minor pentatonic scale. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2608 Hits · Last Modified: 7/16/00 409. Minor Pentatonic Scale Pattern 3 (#1296) by Ben Freeman The third of 5 patterns for the minor pentatonic scale. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2200 Hits · Last Modified: 7/17/00 410. Minor Pentatonic Scales: Major Fun (#1078) by WholeNote Staff This a continuing discussion of Pentatonic Scales, dealing specifically with the Minor Pentatonic Scale and ways in which you can incorporate it into your playing today. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 49030 Hits · Last Modified: 5/9/00 411. Mixed-up Melodic Picking Practice (#8018) by Chris Kohler A melodic picking exercise involving string skipping, arpeggios, and borrowed notes from the harmonic minor scale. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1293 Hits · Last Modified: 4/30/04 412. Mixing And Mastering 101 - EQ (#4982) by Rob Carraher The second lesson in the series. Focusing on EQ'ing your tracks when recording. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2092 Hits · Last Modified: 9/28/02 413. Mixing And Mastering 101 - Panning (#4936) by Rob Carraher A brief lesson about some basics of mixing your tracks. You've recorded them, now what? Learn it here! This lesson - Panning. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7011 Hits · Last Modified: 9/28/02 414. Modal Forms/Fun (#5516) by Bradley Smith Bored with the mode forms you already know? Try this method to wake them up. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1745 Hits · Last Modified: 11/14/02 415. Modal Mastery (#4230) by Robert Strait Know your modes? Yes? But do you actually use them? Time to start! Learn how to create simple, modal vamps for jamming and practice, and learn a few new licks along the way! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 81715 Hits · Last Modified: 3/22/02 416. MODES (#3921) by Charles Gacsi An approach to understanding the modes Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1724 Hits · Last Modified: 12/15/01 417. Modes (#11324) by Dave Ratcliffe Learn modes without the mystique Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3133 Hits · Last Modified: 11/25/06 418. Modes (#11725) by Mark Keider This will be a lesson on modes. We will learn the modes in C. Then when you progress you can start going through the modes and scales in different keys, and take them through the cycle of 5ths. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3081 Hits · Last Modified: 7/22/07 419. Modes And Scales, And How To Use Them (#5077) by Shawn Strickland Ever wonder what a Mode was or a scale, wonder what to do to make one? Check this lesson out with the self test in it. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 12464 Hits · Last Modified: 10/9/02 420. Modes and the C Aeolian Scale (#238) by Christopher Sung Let's get a better understanding of modes of the major scale by looking at the C Aeolian (minor) scale and how it relates to C major. There's some charts and explanations of how to construct these scales, and when to use the C Aeolian scale for soloing. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 64787 Hits · Last Modified: 9/8/99 421. Modes From A Different Perspective (#3205) by Brian Ritacco This lesson gives the intermediate guitarist the skills to develop a quick modal reference by key. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2214 Hits · Last Modified: 7/19/01 422. Modes Made Easy (#3382) by Mark Friedman A very simple explination of modes. Who would have thought you could play every mode just knowning a major scale? Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5369 Hits · Last Modified: 8/24/01 423. Modes Made Easy (#9415) by Mike Murphy Frustrated with the whole mode concept, this is the lesson for you Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1026 Hits · Last Modified: 3/12/05 424. Modes Of C Major (#6426) by Joseph Salinas Modes of C major; all these modes are related or belong to the key of C major. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1376 Hits · Last Modified: 4/20/03 425. Modes Of The Dominant Bebop Scale (#12021) by Jeff Brent Descriptive Nomenclature for the Modes of the Dominant Bebop Scale Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1455 Hits · Last Modified: 5/8/09 426. Modes of the Major Scale (#33) by Christopher Sung Here's a discussion of how modes work, as applied to the C major scale. It covers both how to play them melodically as scales, and harmonically as chords. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 152155 Hits · Last Modified: 6/2/99 427. MODULATION (#2686) by Charles Gacsi Basic and complex devices of changing keys. Term Secondary Dominants is sometimes misused for actual Modulation. Getting your chord patterns out of what you think is a "rut" or "getting stale". Your mind is the link to making things more interesting. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 25003 Hits · Last Modified: 3/4/04 428. More Beer(Lesson2#) (#5418) by Mat Gordon Scale sequences / John Petrucci style.Tablature and audio sequences!Have fun.Rockermatto Theory/Reference · Advanced · 2361 Hits · Last Modified: 10/24/02 429. Motivation (#3987) by Yanus Carillium Do you ever feel down when trying to learn something. This lesson shows you how I overcome these pitholes. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6338 Hits · Last Modified: 12/5/02 430. Moveable dominant 7th arpeggio (#96) by Teague Purtell Here is a great way to play an arpeggio and get from one position to the next. Can be used in all styles of music. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3006 Hits · Last Modified: 7/8/99 431. MOVEABLE SCALE FINGERINGS (#3869) by Charles Gacsi Moveable scale fingerings allow the Guitarist the flexibility to play in any key anywhere. Working with flats and sharps becomes easy once you know these moveable scales. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2577 Hits · Last Modified: 9/15/04 432. Music Degrees And Rock Guitarists, 2 (#9619) by Randy Ellefson Ever wondered if a classical guitar degree would benefit a rock guitarist? Read this to find out. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2678 Hits · Last Modified: 4/9/05 433. Music Degrees And Rock Guitarists, Part (#9269) by Randy Ellefson Ever wondered if a classical guitar degree would benefit a rock guitarist? Read this to find out. Includes college course descriptions. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3311 Hits · Last Modified: 4/9/05 434. MUSIC NOTATION #1 - NOTE RECOGNITION (#8873) by Charles Gacsi Music notation combines all the elements of music together. This lesson is an attempt to help the viewer begin to read, understand, communicate, and attain musical literacy equal to that existing among world wide musicians of every type and style. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2723 Hits · Last Modified: 8/24/05 435. MUSIC NOTATION #2 - RHYTHMIC VALUES (#8874) by Charles Gacsi Recognition of notes in lines and spaces, stems and flags of notes, measures, ending, basic counting. The teacher is a sign post pointing the way. Self teaching via some initial direction used in this lesson. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2673 Hits · Last Modified: 8/24/05 436. Musical Modes (#8022) by Hunt Sydney This is a good lesson for anyone who's interested in expanding their musical knowledge. Suggested for a intermediate player who knows thier way around a fretboard. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4721 Hits · Last Modified: 5/3/04 437. My Favorite Licks (#4088) by Trevor Vaughn These are some very difficult arpeggios. Theory/Reference · Expert · 2712 Hits · Last Modified: 2/2/02 438. My Favorite Shred Licks (#7865) by Evan DiGiambattista Here's a little compilation of some of my favorite licks I've came up with over the years. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 3905 Hits · Last Modified: 4/4/04 439. MYSTERY OF THE MODES - PART THREE (#8888) by Charles Gacsi This is a continuation of parts one and two. Modal relationships within each scale form.The key a sequence is in. Number of sharps and flats. A Comprehensive lesson consisting of 35 pages. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 13360 Hits · Last Modified: 12/6/04 440. NAMING THE LINES AND SPACES (#8870) by Charles Gacsi This is an extension of lesson titled "The Staff". After viewing this lesson the student should be able to relate and understand the inter relationship of various clefs and sequencial note patterns. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2217 Hits · Last Modified: 8/23/05 441. Nebraska Youth Jazz Band Audition Pieces (#11297) by Aaron Zeller The reqirements for the 2006 audition for the Nebraska Youth Jazz Band Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1413 Hits · Last Modified: 10/14/06 442. Neopolitan Minor (#11262) by Geoffrey Barnes One of those neat sounding scales that are fun to play. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1375 Hits · Last Modified: 10/2/06 443. New Way To Play (#5616) by Dark Fox Examples on how to spice up your scales and help you get more finger movement. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3463 Hits · Last Modified: 11/27/02 444. Non-parallel Harmony Of Scales (#6455) by Stephen Potts A short lesson, explaining a non-parallel alternative to harmonizing scale tones. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1997 Hits · Last Modified: 4/28/03 445. Notation;brand Spankin New Beginner Huh? (#11824) by Bob Blues Short ,simple, to the point. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1306 Hits · Last Modified: 1/8/08 446. Note Identification (#2858) by Randy Hano This lesson is on identifying the location of notes on the fretboard. It is a follow up of #2857 Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4664 Hits · Last Modified: 1/4/05 447. O Come, All Ye Faithful (#7272) by Anthony Ridi O come, All Ye Faithful Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1345 Hits · Last Modified: 11/25/03 448. Obsessing Over Thirds (#7442) by Jay Jensen A fun way to discover major and minor thirds. I also use this to warm up. This is also a good tool to use if you want to compose harmonies using major and minor thirds, aka like the band Iron Maiden! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1223 Hits · Last Modified: 1/4/04 449. Octave Soloing (#2805) by Rich Scott This lesson will introduce Octave Soloing played on the First (E) and Fourth (D) Strings using the musical examples of The Beatles' "Please Please Me" and Chris Montez's "Call Me." Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 22412 Hits · Last Modified: 1/15/03 450. One Chord Shape Goes A Long Way (#11844) by Adriano Parmiggianno This guy I know said, "My chord book says this is a D chord." Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1978 Hits · Last Modified: 2/25/08 451. Open Chord Forms/ Moveable (#11896) by LOU MOSKOWITZ Learn these open chords that are moveable in different keys up the neck Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1049 Hits · Last Modified: 6/15/08 452. Open Chord Help (#2379) by Jeremy Cotton Here is a partial list of the basic open chords I teach (in no particular order). If you know nothing else, know these chords, you can actually strum quite a few tunes with them. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1760 Hits · Last Modified: 12/14/04 453. Original Piece (#9722) by Mal Moon A little number I wrote. Has an eastern feel to it. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 916 Hits · Last Modified: 5/10/05 454. Palm Muting (#7300) by Evan Duff Learn the technique of palm muting, a technique used in many fields of music. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2115 Hits · Last Modified: 11/29/03 455. PARALLEL MAJOR, MINOR SCALES (#8383) by Charles Gacsi Parallel keys, most of the time, use the same DOMINANT 7th Chord. They are also used in Modulation Devices in conjunction with Relative Keys. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2078 Hits · Last Modified: 7/18/04 456. PENTATONIC (#9663) by Charles Gacsi ALL PENTATONIC SCALES ARE DERIVED FROM ONE FIVE TONE SEQUENCE FROM MAJOR SCALES. The variations come from that one pentatatonic scale. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7247 Hits · Last Modified: 4/18/05 457. Pentatonic Forms/Fun (#5489) by Bradley Smith Bored with the pentatonic forms you already know? Try these methods to wake them up. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1721 Hits · Last Modified: 11/14/02 458. Pentatonic Modes (#2680) by Robert Silvia An approach to creating Pentatonic Modes Theory/Reference · Advanced · 12945 Hits · Last Modified: 6/16/01 459. Pentatonic Scale Exercises (#8597) by Jason Parker Exercises to get you familiar with the G Major/E Minor Pentatonic Scale and to get your fingers flyin'! Yar! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5769 Hits · Last Modified: 12/27/04 460. Pentatonic Scales (#7319) by Matthew Laham The five scale patterns every guitarist should know. Any constructive critisism is always welcome. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 13822 Hits · Last Modified: 12/3/04 461. Pentatonic Sequences (#4945) by Matt Walker Pentatonic Sequences for Practice or Warm-Up Theory/Reference · Beginner · 6335 Hits · Last Modified: 9/11/02 462. Photograpic Memory (#6424) by Joseph Salinas Example;G Ionian-major,G Dorian ,G Phrygian ,G Lydian ,G Mixolydian ,G Aeolian ,G Locrian. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1985 Hits · Last Modified: 4/20/03 463. Pick Control Challenge (#4937) by Steve Cass Here's a challenge. If you master this pick control exercise, I'll guarantee you'll never again drop a pick while playing. Or your money back!! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 10010 Hits · Last Modified: 8/10/04 464. Pick Position And Dynamics (#10559) by Steve Cass We're talking about how to get different dynamics just by changing the position of your pick. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2393 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/06 465. Picking (#7630) by Matthew Leering These exercises are designed to help your right hand feel more at home on your strings. Each exercise should be played for 2 minutes in order to build endurance Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3201 Hits · Last Modified: 2/15/04 466. Picking Chordal Exercises (#818) by Frederick Burton Getting the basics down is only a small percentage of your journey. This lesson will aid in your quest for the golden fleece. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2401 Hits · Last Modified: 3/11/00 467. Pinky/Ring Finger Exercise (#6748) by Toh Klip Workout for pinky/ring finger and alt. picking. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 24419 Hits · Last Modified: 7/11/03 468. Play Pretty (#9213) by Jason Parker Play pretty with major, minor, Sus4, and Add9 chords. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4053 Hits · Last Modified: 4/23/06 469. Playing by Ear (#212) by Kathy Jones Learn how to "play by ear" by listening to the bass notes of a recording. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2488 Hits · Last Modified: 8/13/99 470. Playing By Ear (#1560) by Anthony Green Learning to play notes by ear Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3504 Hits · Last Modified: 9/9/00 471. Playing By Ear For Beginners (#4346) by Darrin Koltow Playing by Ear demystifies this important skill and shows new guitarists a simple procedure to play melodies by ear. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3462 Hits · Last Modified: 3/22/02 472. Playing diminished chords (#328) by Stéphane Gagnon Here is a lesson about using and remembering diminished chords. With a few little tricks, one can master these chords very easily. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2246 Hits · Last Modified: 10/11/99 473. Playing Melodic Minor Over The 7 Chord (#11962) by Sam Kohitolu Playing A melodic minor over the 5th chord of A major. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 347 Hits · Last Modified: 11/1/08 474. Playing Triads (#811) by Frederick Burton First we learned how to harmonize triads now we'll arpeggiate them and get a good workout. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3219 Hits · Last Modified: 3/11/00 475. Plutonium (#9989) by Alex Hnatiuk Bass-line (My own) re-written for guitar. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 666 Hits · Last Modified: 7/18/05 476. Positional Playing (#1324) by Brian Elzey By staying in one position, you can really open up the neck. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 9660 Hits · Last Modified: 9/11/00 477. Power Chords & Jamming With Them (#9067) by Jason Parker What are power chords? How can I use them in a jam session? Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5664 Hits · Last Modified: 2/27/05 478. Practical Chord Intervals (#3048) by Robert Silvia A printable chart of intervals. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1750 Hits · Last Modified: 6/16/01 479. Practicing Scales (#788) by Frederick Burton Here's a few methods that will aid you in mastering all scales. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 25885 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/00 480. Pratice Your Finger (#8649) by Sylvain Robichaud This is an example how you can pick a pattern and play it to pratice your finger for speed... try it at 120 and boost it at 200 if you can (or more), try to use all your 4 finger and up down picking Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1036 Hits · Last Modified: 9/17/04 481. PROGRESSIONS (#8729) by Charles Gacsi Types of Chord Progressions, Modulations, Substitutions. Various levels of information available. Simple to more complex. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 11951 Hits · Last Modified: 10/18/04 482. Psalm 150 (#2404) by James Adams This is not just a lesson for Christians, but for anyone who is willing to take a step of faith and include God in his or her guitar playing. You won't be sorry; I guarantee it! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3037 Hits · Last Modified: 2/10/01 483. Pull-Offs (#5018) by Steve Cass Here's some tips for good techniqes used in pull-offs and some exercises to help you get where you want to go. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 9899 Hits · Last Modified: 12/7/05 484. Quartal 2-5-1 Combos W/Melody & Comping (#11919) by Jeff Brent 60 permutations of the ii-V7-I progression using quartals. Includes melodic ideas and comping suggestions using quartals. Also available at http://Guitar-Lessons-Riverside-CA.com//Lessons/quartals.html Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1314 Hits · Last Modified: 8/5/08 485. Quartal Harmony (#803) by Frederick Burton Started in the 60's, this approach to chords helped to redefine popular music and its sound Theory/Reference · Beginner · 28468 Hits · Last Modified: 3/13/00 486. Quick Mode Mnemonic (#11485) by Ben Last A quick mnemonic to give you the scale for any mode, given that you already know the major scale patterns. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1214 Hits · Last Modified: 1/18/07 487. Quick Warmup/ Stretch Exercise (#6542) by Steve Lombardi This is a simple exercise i use to get warmed up, and its also good to stretch your hands Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1528 Hits · Last Modified: 5/21/03 488. Radially Symmetrical Altered Scales (#11944) by Jeff Brent Within the radially symmetrical scales (minor and major pentatonics; aeolian/ionian etc modes; double harmonic scale; the melodic minor modes; wholetone scales; the diminished scales and the major bebop scale) are found every practical chord possibility! Theory/Reference · Expert · 864 Hits · Last Modified: 10/7/08 489. Really Sad Sounding Chord Progression (#10741) by Adriano Parmiggianno 13 bars of sadness come to life Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2466 Hits · Last Modified: 5/7/06 490. Recording: The Five Keys To A Clear Mix (#4951) by Steve Cass The five essential elements in creating a clear mixdown of your music. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 14682 Hits · Last Modified: 11/7/05 491. Recovering From A Logout At WholeNote (#10322) by Tim Reierson How to recover your forum message or lesson page after being logged out. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 680 Hits · Last Modified: 10/24/05 492. Reference Charts For The Modes (#8898) by Adriano Parmiggianno Mode Charts arranged in Circle of 5ths Theory/Reference · Beginner · 800 Hits · Last Modified: 1/28/06 493. RELATIVE MAJOR, MINOR ,SCALES (#5725) by Charles Gacsi Explanation of Relative Major & Relative Minor. How this fits together musically. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 8436 Hits · Last Modified: 7/18/04 494. Resource Guide For Songwriters (#7620) by Ryan Enloe Everything you could ever want or need to know about songwritting. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 26989 Hits · Last Modified: 2/14/04 495. Rhythm Chords For Comping (#1398) by Frederick Burton Learn different chord voicings for rhythm playing for all styles of music. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 12947 Hits · Last Modified: 8/11/00 496. Rhythm Guitar:Part 2:Strumming & Spice (#3612) by Robert Strait Part 2 in an ongoing series on Rhythm Guitar techniques. This installment details concepts and techniques related to strumming. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 25873 Hits · Last Modified: 10/26/01 497. Rhythm Guitar:Part I:Learning To Count (#3422) by Robert Strait Part I of a series on Rhythm Guitar Techniques. This lessons describes the basics behind understanding note durations and subdividing the beat. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 43259 Hits · Last Modified: 10/18/01 498. Right Hand Etude (#790) by Frederick Burton For any stylist, build your right hand accuracy with this little ditty....... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 14275 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/00 499. Rock Out Dude (#8718) by Jason Parker A beginner's guide to having fun with the guitar. Contains chords, exercises, familiar songs. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 9946 Hits · Last Modified: 12/23/04 500. Rock Solo (#9356) by Jason Parker How to solo. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 70914 Hits · Last Modified: 11/1/05 501. Rock Solo II (#9358) by Jason Parker How to solo continued... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 14896 Hits · Last Modified: 1/11/06 502. Root Note (#8223) by Brad Thibodeau Musical Terms Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1034 Hits · Last Modified: 6/10/04 503. ROOT, TONIC, SCALE, CHORD, INTERVAL (#4771) by Charles Gacsi Root. Tonic. Scale. Chord. Interval. Sometimes these merge. Blending together. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4681 Hits · Last Modified: 8/4/04 504. ScalePatterns (#8796) by Nick Pace Might be a little complex, but play them how you want, there just ideas. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1060 Hits · Last Modified: 10/26/04 505. Scales And Improvisation (#3947) by Amir Mourad Lesson on which scales go where and how to use them correctly to keep your improvising interesting. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4100 Hits · Last Modified: 1/6/02 506. Scales And Soloing (#4623) by Hector Merced This lesson goes over the Major Scale, it's modes, and many other scales useful for becoming familiar with the fretboard and improve soloing abilities. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 21117 Hits · Last Modified: 8/31/02 507. Scalewise Movement Part 1 (#4838) by Robert Barr Here is a lesson on "sequences" also known as scale wise movement. Sequences are a cool way to break out of the linear sounding scale slump and they sound pretty cool too. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1405 Hits · Last Modified: 7/3/02 508. Scalular Exercises (#819) by Frederick Burton Yet another installment in the quest for optimal speed and facility on the fretboard. Good Luck! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2549 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/00 509. Secrets To Learning The Guitar Fretboard (#7791) by John Chamley Find any note on the fretboard easily by building on the fret knowledge that you already have. The secret is in using relationships with knowledge of a few facts and "key frets". Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2845 Hits · Last Modified: 7/2/04 510. self harmonizing (#38) by Sean Kelly get in on the harmonies without a 4 track! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 5942 Hits · Last Modified: 6/6/99 511. Shed Those Minor 7 Arpeggios (#63) by Jared Wren min7 arpeggios are great for general playing but I also like to use them as a warmup. Get ready 'cause we're going through all 12 keys... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 41712 Hits · Last Modified: 6/18/99 512. Shifting Shapes (#9033) by Jason Parker A way to create melodic layers or leads using the fifth string barre chord, F open chord, and D open chord shapes. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5466 Hits · Last Modified: 2/27/05 513. Shifting Shapes II (#9054) by Jason Parker Plug in the Major Scale around the three shapes. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2622 Hits · Last Modified: 4/1/05 514. Shifting Shapes III (#9099) by Jason Parker The CAGED system. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3940 Hits · Last Modified: 4/1/05 515. Shortening Time (#7888) by Matthew Leering A quick illustration of how easy it can be to make a riff go in and out of time Theory/Reference · Beginner · 991 Hits · Last Modified: 4/9/04 516. Shredin (#8798) by Nick Pace Shredin Tune still gettin used to this program...Will Update all soon Theory/Reference · Advanced · 974 Hits · Last Modified: 10/26/04 517. Signs And Terms - Volume And Speed (#3834) by Ian Loft I hope to build on the terms and symbols I have listed here. Over time, I aim to have a reasonably comprehensive list for easy reference. Boring stuff, but useful to those of us who are not too familiar with them. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1978 Hits · Last Modified: 12/16/01 518. Simple Sweep Picking (#5353) by Chris Pinto Here is a simple Arpeggio / Sweep Picking excersize for beginner OR advanced players. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 9647 Hits · Last Modified: 3/27/03 519. Simple Sweep Picking Pt 2 (#6310) by Chris Pinto A simple continuation from my first Sweep Picking Lesson Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6699 Hits · Last Modified: 3/27/03 520. Simple Two Finger Picking Pattern (#8507) by Ted O'Farrell Here is a simple two finger picking pattern using the thumb and index finger, using the D chord. Can be adapted to any chord! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1530 Hits · Last Modified: 8/11/04 521. Simplified Note To Chord Relationships (#6430) by Stephen Potts This table simplifies note to chord relationships, with a simple lookup table. One page does it all . Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1493 Hits · Last Modified: 4/23/03 522. SKILLS NEEDED FOR READING MUSIC NOTATION (#9685) by Charles Gacsi There are a number of topics for the interested guitarist to learn. You may have played for a number of years but did not read the music, nor kept time according to the notation. This is only a guide to help point a direction to follow when reading music. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4234 Hits · Last Modified: 6/28/05 523. Slash And Burn (Slash Chords Intro) (#4737) by Darrin Koltow Let's get something cleared up right away: slash chords are *not* different from the chords you already know. When you hear someone using the term slash chords, this person is simply applying a different way of looking at an existing chord. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2489 Hits · Last Modified: 6/8/02 524. Sleigh Song (#7584) by Doug McMullen This is NOT A LESSON. This is an illustration of "harmonizing a melody" -- this music was developed in response to questions posed in fretbuzz in the thread entitled "chord choice" in the theory forum. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1174 Hits · Last Modified: 2/6/04 525. So You Wanna Be A Session Guitarist (#8002) by Oliver Primus A short bit of advice on making a career out of session work. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2402 Hits · Last Modified: 4/26/04 526. So You Wanna Know Triads? - Part 1 (#6199) by Sean Christiansen A simple method to instantly name all the notes in a triad, seldom taught, this proved invaluable to my development as a musician....this section covers Major and Minor Triads. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 15858 Hits · Last Modified: 3/7/03 527. So You Wanna Know Triads? - Part 2 (#6203) by Sean Christiansen This is Part 2 of Lesson #6199, "So You Wanna Know Triads? - Part 1". In this Lesson we will cover Diminished and Augmented Triads. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6368 Hits · Last Modified: 3/7/03 528. Solo Like A Mofo Pt .1 (#10025) by Jason Parker Introduction to improvisation and advanced soloing. Let's get down to business. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6940 Hits · Last Modified: 4/23/06 529. Solo Like A Mofo Pt. 2 (#10203) by Jason Parker Unlocking the modes of the major scale by fusing shapes. (Study in F) Good for all styles of music. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2712 Hits · Last Modified: 4/23/06 530. Solo Like A Mofo Pt. 3 (#10210) by Jason Parker More diatonic extensions. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2044 Hits · Last Modified: 4/23/06 531. Soloing By Feel (#2330) by Jason Hensley All great solos have feel in them. Learn how to put it in yours! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 10256 Hits · Last Modified: 1/29/01 532. Soloing Through Changes (#1562) by Frederick Burton Learn the building blocks on soloing through chord changes. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 13382 Hits · Last Modified: 9/10/00 533. Soloing/finger Practice For The Beginner (#3405) by Lynzi Campbell For speed practise, switching between different strings, getting to know the fretboard and introduces sweeping. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4429 Hits · Last Modified: 9/29/01 534. Solving the String Crossing Mystery (#820) by Frederick Burton Now we'll wake that right hand up with this short little ditty.......... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5822 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/00 535. Some Altered Chords (#10987) by Adriano Parmiggianno Fretboard Template (end) Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3068 Hits · Last Modified: 6/5/06 536. Some Helpful Modern Musical Terms (#1575) by Sam Munro These are from alljazzguitar.com, to allow me to use this info for your learning pleasure, please check out www.alljazzguitar.com - thanks Theory/Reference · Beginner · 10605 Hits · Last Modified: 9/14/00 537. Some Partial 7ths (#10644) by Adriano Parmiggianno Adding flavor to the blues. Just chord diagrams, it's up to you to get the blues out of these shapes. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 674 Hits · Last Modified: 2/3/06 538. Some Scales (#5979) by Trevor DeGaine Here are some basic Major/minor pentatonic scales to help improve your soloing. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1254 Hits · Last Modified: 1/31/03 539. Some Simple Chord Inversions (Part 1) (#2146) by Tim Floto These are simple movable chords. When played around the ninth/tenth fret you get a free open note bass. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3170 Hits · Last Modified: 1/4/01 540. Some Simple Chord Inversions (Part 2) (#2149) by Tim Floto This is a continuation of Part 1. In this lesson I am taking the same chord inversions and showing you some variations that will keep with the three note motif. The minor chords and some <i>cheat</i> sevenths. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2527 Hits · Last Modified: 1/5/01 541. Song Forms (#6784) by Rich Scott This lesson describes the four most commonly used song forms - the blues, AAA, verse/chorus, and AABA. Every songwriter should know these forms inside and out. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3329 Hits · Last Modified: 7/23/03 542. SONG WRITER ORGANIZATIONS (#4597) by Charles Gacsi This a reference list of Song Writer Organizations and is not intended as a lesson. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 11971 Hits · Last Modified: 5/12/04 543. Songwriting On Guitar (#558) by Glenn Bourdot Some of us just need to take the plunge and sound like an idiot to get a song going. Call this a primer for the backdoor approach (music first) to songwriting. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5042 Hits · Last Modified: 1/5/00 544. Songwriting: Minor Pentatonic Diads (#9050) by Anthony Ridi Exploring the E minor pentatonic scale and it's complimentary diads. A songwriter lesson on how to write using the minor pentatonic scale. This lesson includes the theory and example riffs. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3663 Hits · Last Modified: 12/30/04 545. Sounding Evil Without Detuning (#10887) by Jeremiah Rowell An attemt to sound evil without detuning. This my first lesson (actually im just bored) so bare with me. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2038 Hits · Last Modified: 5/3/06 546. SPEED BUILDER (#4628) by Santiago Sosa Some warm ups to practice before you start playing. With some licks of famous songs that help to warm up too. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4498 Hits · Last Modified: 6/4/02 547. Spelling Triads And 4-note Chords (#11038) by Adriano Parmiggianno Using the C Major Scale to spell triads and 4-note chords Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1151 Hits · Last Modified: 6/12/06 548. Steve Cass: Lesson And Music Guide (#10381) by Steve Cass Here's a reference guide to all of my lessons and music here at WN. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 11324 Hits · Last Modified: 5/8/06 549. Strange voicing over power chords (#2767) by Shawn Bunting A little ditty that sounds alarming like the "Halloween" movie theme. But, and intersting piece by far. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1507 Hits · Last Modified: 4/14/01 550. Strengthen Fingers And Practice Chords (#8550) by Bill Bill This is an exercise to master your chords and get stronger fingers. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1984 Hits · Last Modified: 8/20/04 551. Stretching Lesson (#4706) by Kirk Lorange Stretch everything, muscles, tendons, ligaments, brain. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2181 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/05 552. Stretchy Things (#1223) by Jeremy Cotton A few stretching exercises to get you warmed up.... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 11506 Hits · Last Modified: 12/15/04 553. String Dancing (#910) by Frederick Burton Another way to wake up those hands and get them in sync! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6550 Hits · Last Modified: 3/31/00 554. STRING FINDING - RIGHT HAND (#5312) by Charles Gacsi This lesson provides a systematic approach training your hand, with the pick or fingers, automatically going to the correct string or strings, that need to be used in playing the guitar. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 7339 Hits · Last Modified: 6/29/04 555. String skipped arpeggios with tapping (#2833) by Sammy Funk Just what the title said. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 2759 Hits · Last Modified: 4/27/01 556. String Skips, Arps, And Exercises (#9293) by Justin Harding Diatonic Scale Exercise, String Skips, and Arpeggio Patterns. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 7044 Hits · Last Modified: 7/20/05 557. Summer Nights (#9278) by Colorado Timbres Tempo is 220 Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1039 Hits · Last Modified: 2/7/05 558. Sweep Picking (#7775) by Philippe Jutras This is the Sweep Picking technic. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 2074 Hits · Last Modified: 3/20/04 559. Sweep Picking (#1171) by Bill Trevaskis An easy excersize to build that sweep picking skill we all hate to love and love to hate. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 9164 Hits · Last Modified: 7/17/00 560. Sweep Picking Major Scales (#5352) by Chris Pinto Here's a cool "twist" on your simple major scales! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2322 Hits · Last Modified: 10/16/02 561. Sweep Picking Tune (#3526) by Brian Norris Classical tune that works on sweep picking. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 4868 Hits · Last Modified: 9/30/01 562. Sweeping The Floor (#4091) by Justin Partridge A very fast 64th sweep in Gmaj with a catch Try to speed it up to 120bpm if you like thats where it starts to impress the general guitaring fraternity. No distortion and start SLOW ensuring you dont play it sloppy!.Enjoy Theory/Reference · Expert · 1829 Hits · Last Modified: 2/3/02 563. Switching From Flatpick To Fingerstyle (#11099) by Steve Cass How to effectively switch from flatpicking to fingerstyle within the same song. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2648 Hits · Last Modified: 8/2/06 564. Symetrical Shapes (#2060) by Sam Munro Purely taken as they lie on the fretboard, these shapes lay claim to no one chord yet appear to weave between all Chords Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2391 Hits · Last Modified: 12/20/00 565. Symmetric Scales - Resolve to root (#2075) by Curt Granger A useful way to create symmetrical scales and use them in a musical way. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1513 Hits · Last Modified: 12/22/00 566. Symmetry Of The 3rd, Flat7th Interval (#7514) by Jim Heidinger This lesson shows an interesting approach to identifying the 3 and b7 intervals on the fretboard. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1230 Hits · Last Modified: 1/19/04 567. Syncopation - In D (#7370) by Anthony Ridi This is an online aid for a 2nd position study my students are learning. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1096 Hits · Last Modified: 12/19/03 568. Syncopation And Tempo Change (#9169) by Tom Towle This lesson displays and describes a change in rhythm and tempo during a single tune, Spoonful. It speeds up during a jam interlude by playing a triplet figure and then shifting the bar line feel. Needs to have acoustic nylon to hear bass line. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1668 Hits · Last Modified: 1/21/05 569. Tabaholics Anonymous (#6622) by Scott Olson This article lists and explains the negative aspects of tablature dependence. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2640 Hits · Last Modified: 6/8/03 570. Tapping Arpeggios (#7850) by Lucky Strike Tapping and arpegging at the same time is a little difficult takes a lot of practice, and long fingers...lol Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1565 Hits · Last Modified: 4/3/04 571. TASTE TEST TONALITY (#2572) by Jonathan Kerness A LITTLE TASTE TEST ON TONALITY TO START WITH Theory/Reference · Expert · 1475 Hits · Last Modified: 3/16/01 572. Technique Building Classical Piece (#3518) by Brian Norris Since technique building exercises tend to be boring I wrote this piece as a means to build chops and also as a piece of music to be performed. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 3829 Hits · Last Modified: 9/30/01 573. TETRACHORDS (#3923) by Charles Gacsi This is the key to understand scales, key signatures, circle of 5ths, and how it all makes sense when tetrachords are understood. Just edited again and is updated now. This is Reference Material. Three lessons. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 2336 Hits · Last Modified: 4/19/02 574. TETRACHORDS - Part One (#9648) by Charles Gacsi TETRA CHORDS. Foundation & Basis of all conventional, and non conventional, sequencial patterns of all scales and modes. Basis for Contemporary, Classical, Modern, Row, Experimental & Alternative music. Advanced music theory. Overlapping scales. Theory/Reference · Expert · 7318 Hits · Last Modified: 4/15/05 575. TETRACHORDS - Part Three (#9650) by Charles Gacsi Conventional, non conventional, sequencial patterns, modes, unusual scales, remote keys, row, contemporary, modern,experimental, alternative, overlapping scales, re-arrangement, changing order,"old and new" scales. Total view. Theory/Reference · Expert · 4569 Hits · Last Modified: 4/27/05 576. TETRACHORDS - Part Two (#9649) by Charles Gacsi Conventional, non conventional, sequencial patterns of all scales, modes. Basis for contemporary, classical, modern, row, experimental, alternative, advanced music theory, overlapping scales. Theory/Reference · Expert · 4608 Hits · Last Modified: 4/22/05 577. That Ain't No Harmonica, Boy (#5760) by Ognjen Maric A guide to harmonics. Covers natural, artificial, pinch, tap and harp harmonics and describes the concepts behind them. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 17430 Hits · Last Modified: 2/21/03 578. That Pesky F# Minor Chord (#322) by Christopher Sung Get a handle on using the barre form of the F# minor and learn how it's used in a few different tunes. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 15695 Hits · Last Modified: 10/10/99 579. The 3 Chord Trick (#11338) by Dave Ratcliffe The 3 chords are a good start, but you need more. Keys, scales, intervals, chord construction Simply explained. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3304 Hits · Last Modified: 11/30/06 580. The Basics (#4801) by Brenden Nelson This lesson is designed to give the complete begginner a inside look into the world of music Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5322 Hits · Last Modified: 6/19/02 581. The Basics (#3731) by Scott Lindsey This lesson explains how music theory works. It takes the CHROMATIC SCALE and explains how to turn it into CHORD SCALES. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 8459 Hits · Last Modified: 12/1/01 582. The Big Five (#10960) by Luigi Massa The (Big Five) can help you make your solos sound better and makes your style of playing look cooler. Feel free to leave messages if you have any question or if you think something is wrong! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3356 Hits · Last Modified: 6/30/06 583. The Brent Box Sets Concept For Modes (#11893) by Jeff Brent One may position all 7 notes of the major scale on any two strings of the guitar using parallel minor tetrachords. To view this lesson, click on the link above or visit http://Guitar-Lessons-Riverside-CA.com/Lessons/BrentBoxSets/intro.html Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2595 Hits · Last Modified: 6/12/08 584. The CAGED System (#912) by Josh Graves My own take on The CAGED system and its application for total fretboard domination. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 284655 Hits · Last Modified: 8/3/01 585. The Chromatic Scale (#320) by Jeremy Cotton The chromatic scale is your friend. Pet it, stroke it, learn it, love it. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 222965 Hits · Last Modified: 12/14/04 586. The Concept Of Intervals (#8727) by Jay Austria A quick look at the foundation of ear training...understanding intervals. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2044 Hits · Last Modified: 10/7/04 587. The E Major's Kid (#4069) by Aaron Martin We all play the E major. Try this interesting chord that gives a different ring to this popular key. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1317 Hits · Last Modified: 2/1/02 588. The Evolution Of The Major Scale (#11909) by Jeff Brent Why does music even exist? The principles of physics that led to the discovery of the symmetrical minor pentatonic scale, the symmetrical aeolian mode and how they evolved into the major scale. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1659 Hits · Last Modified: 10/7/08 589. The F# Major Chord In All It's Glory (#4415) by Hector Merced Theirs a chord, lets squeeze it for it's musical max. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1482 Hits · Last Modified: 4/8/02 590. The F#7b5 Chord and F# Lydian b7 Scale (#111) by Christopher Sung Ahhh, my favorite scale, the Lydian b7, and a great chord to play under it, the 7b5 is now ready for boarding. Please fasten your seatbelts and extinguish all smoking materials... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 22590 Hits · Last Modified: 7/13/99 591. THE FOUR CHORDS (#10122) by Charles Gacsi UNLOCKING THE MYSTERY OF BUILDING CHORDS. In the world of Harmony there are only FOUR TYPES of CHORDS (triads) that exist. No More. No Less. ALL CHORD variations stem from these 4 chords. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3587 Hits · Last Modified: 8/30/05 592. THE FOUR MINOR SCALE TYPES - FORM ONE (#8820) by Charles Gacsi The Four Types Of Minor Scales. Form One. Relative relationship between major and minor. Comparison of scales. List of Chords derived from these scales. Similarities and differences. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 14853 Hits · Last Modified: 11/15/04 593. The G MinMaj7 and Harmonic Minor Scale (#55) by Christopher Sung What is this thing called the MinorMajor 7 chord and what does it have to do with that evil scale, the Harmonic Minor? Find out in this stirring lesson. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 21481 Hits · Last Modified: 6/14/99 594. The Harmonic Major Scale (#4891) by Amir Mourad Intoduction to the harmonic major scale , and how you could apply this scale in practice along with all your other scales. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4219 Hits · Last Modified: 7/11/02 595. The Harmonized C Major Scale (#8434) by Carl Johnson By learning all of the chords in a key, you'll understand why certain chords are used in songs, and how to write better songs yourself. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1209 Hits · Last Modified: 7/29/04 596. The Importance Of Chording (#2356) by Jason Levandofsky Many beginning players underestimate the value of learning your basic chords. But believe me, the better you you can chord, the stronger and more dexterous your fingers will be for lead playing. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2458 Hits · Last Modified: 2/2/01 597. The Jazzy Christmas Tree (#3758) by Jeff Kirby My jazzy take on the homework... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2258 Hits · Last Modified: 12/4/01 598. The Lydian Dominant Scale (#2834) by Sammy Funk This is a lesson i got from John pertruci that i found interesting. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2000 Hits · Last Modified: 4/27/01 599. The Lydian Scale - My Take (#4046) by Hector Merced Ths a esson that goes over the 3rd mode of the Ionian scale, enjoy! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1810 Hits · Last Modified: 5/17/02 600. The Major And Minor Arpeggio (#2417) by Sam Jolly Root position, 1st and 2nd inversions of the major and minor arpeggio. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2259 Hits · Last Modified: 2/11/01 601. The Major Chords (#4484) by Hector Merced A Look at each Major Chord, I recommend getting a friend to join ya for this lesson. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7023 Hits · Last Modified: 9/1/02 602. The Major Scale, Introduced (#2560) by Dominic Hatchuel A nice and easy, slow and breezy intro to the major scale in the first position, using the G Major scale. Gives a great way to learn scales with a couple of added bonuses. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4598 Hits · Last Modified: 8/3/01 603. The Minor Pentatonic Scale (#6421) by Joseph Salinas Here are the five position's of the A minor/Cmajor pentatonic scale.a minor pentatonic scale is a scale that contains five notes-1st,3rd,4th,5th and 7th.a major pentatonic scale contains the 1st,2nd,3rd,5th,6th. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2100 Hits · Last Modified: 4/19/03 604. The Minors (#11895) by Jeff Brent Minor Scales, Their Chords and Progressions. To view this lesson, click on the link above or visit http://Guitar-Lessons-Riverside-CA.com/Lessons/minors.html Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3977 Hits · Last Modified: 6/22/08 605. The Possibilities In Harmonisation (#4050) by Amir Mourad Here are some things to consider if you're going to harmonise your solo's or guitar riffs. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2746 Hits · Last Modified: 1/28/02 606. The SHAPE (#4574) by Darrin Koltow Introducing The SHAPE, a chord so powerful, so bad and rad, so flexible, distinctive and cool, that you'll never exhaust all the possible ways of spicing up your playing with it. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3370 Hits · Last Modified: 5/24/02 607. THE STAFF (#8869) by Charles Gacsi Explains what the staff constists of, how it looks, how to use it. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2198 Hits · Last Modified: 8/23/05 608. The Theory Of Chord Progressions (#10926) by Robert Ridgeway During the development of diatonic harmony, rules were established to govern the movement of chords in a progression. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 954 Hits · Last Modified: 5/12/06 609. The Theory on Octaves (#2856) by Randy Hano This lesson is about the theory on octaves. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3879 Hits · Last Modified: 5/3/01 610. The Three Most Important Scale Patterns (#6195) by Gary Murphy This lesson covers the Mixolydian Mode, the Minor Pentatonic Scale, and the Major Pentatonic Scale in five keys at the fifth fret. My hope is to help you create licks for the three most common types of chords: Major, Minor, and Dominant 7ths. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 125073 Hits · Last Modified: 2/19/04 611. The Twelve-Tone System (#3534) by Roger Wilson A look at the twelve-tone system. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1358 Hits · Last Modified: 10/3/01 612. The Ultimate Key To Speed (#7080) by Michael Roberts What is the one thing you're still missing after all the techniques and methods and approaches you've learned? What is the one key that can finally unlock your fullest, fastest potential? Theory/Reference · Ridiculous · 100436 Hits · Last Modified: 4/20/04 613. The Universal Key (#7879) by Jr Starks This lesson will help you understand the basic idea behind scales/music. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1427 Hits · Last Modified: 5/11/04 614. Theory 01: Introduction To Music Theory (#7615) by Carlos Eduardo Seo A simple introduction to basic music theory concepts. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 10661 Hits · Last Modified: 1/8/05 615. Theory 02: Diatonic Scales (#7645) by Carlos Eduardo Seo A lesson covering Diatonic Scales: major scale, minor scale, harmonic minor scale and melodic minor scale. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 7193 Hits · Last Modified: 1/8/05 616. Theory 03: Modes (#7657) by Carlos Eduardo Seo An introduction to Modes and the theory behind them. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4637 Hits · Last Modified: 1/8/05 617. Theory 04: Chord Construction (#7658) by Carlos Eduardo Seo A small text about chord construcion. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3154 Hits · Last Modified: 1/8/05 618. Theory 05: Basics Of Improvising (#7683) by Carlos Eduardo Seo A lesson about the basics of improvising: pentatonic scales, blues scales, 12-bar blues, etc. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 11258 Hits · Last Modified: 1/8/05 619. Theory 06: Improvising Over Modes (#7690) by Carlos Eduardo Seo Going deeper into improvising over modes thing. It's the sequence of my previous theory lesson. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7147 Hits · Last Modified: 1/8/05 620. Theory 07: Altered Scales (#7705) by Carlos Eduardo Seo Continuing my series of theory lessons, here's another topic about scales and improvisation. In order to study altered scales, you'll need good knowledge about modes. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 4962 Hits · Last Modified: 1/8/05 621. Theory And Soloing (#8586) by Aaron Krizanik Here is an easy way to play through a scale and really hear yourself making music. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 83 Hits · Last Modified: 8/29/04 622. Theory Made Easy (#4691) by Joseph Moreland An approach to theory so just about any one can understand all the technical stuff. Not strictly just for beginners but for every one. Covers the fundamentals of music. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3526 Hits · Last Modified: 6/3/02 623. They're All Dominant 7 Chords (#4631) by Darrin Koltow Did you know that every chord is a dom7 chord in disguise? Pause for a second and let this thought sink in. [Cue music: theme to Jeopardy] Let's illustrate this with some nifty progressions... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2172 Hits · Last Modified: 5/16/02 624. THIRDS - Paired Strings (#1994) by Charles Gacsi Thirds - Optional ways to shift smoothly. Guide Fingers for changing. The examples are in the key of C. Scale wise 3rds. More than one octave is used. Move everything up 1 fret at a time. If out of frets, just eliminate that particular combination. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 8917 Hits · Last Modified: 6/17/04 625. This Helps Me (#7069) by Sheera Harrell It's a chromatic scale I found in a book. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1252 Hits · Last Modified: 10/7/03 626. Thrash Metal (#8577) by Shane Terry Bljfasdnvlksdnf hope u enjoy! hehe Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1222 Hits · Last Modified: 8/27/04 627. Thrash Metal 2 (#8576) by Shane Terry O yeah this 1 i like...its just a section butill add to i tsoon Theory/Reference · Beginner · 883 Hits · Last Modified: 8/27/04 628. Three Arpeggio Exercises In One Position (#10024) by Frank Zito Arpeggios descending and ascending in Gmaj7, Fmaj7, and Cmaj7, all in one position. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3842 Hits · Last Modified: 7/30/05 629. Throw It All Away (#8195) by Michael Hardesty Great Song Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1704 Hits · Last Modified: 6/2/04 630. Thumb Chords (#3212) by Jeff Kirby Why just let that thumb on your fret hand sit there and do nothing? Here are some chord shapes where the thumb can really help. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 6285 Hits · Last Modified: 7/20/01 631. Tips For Beginners (#11974) by Warren Hunt A few tips and trick on strings, amps, capos, cables and cleaning your guitar etc. These tips and tricks have been put together from questions my students have asked over this year. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2515 Hits · Last Modified: 11/15/08 632. Tips On Transcribing (#11928) by Jeff Brent Practical advice on doing transcriptions. Also available at http://Guitar-Lessons-Riverside-CA.com/Lessons/transcr.html Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1034 Hits · Last Modified: 8/16/08 633. Tired Of Power Chords (#3675) by Jonathan Kerness Triads and there inversions Theory/Reference · Ridiculous · 1818 Hits · Last Modified: 11/8/01 634. Tonic To Dom 7 Moveable Changes (#3843) by Charles Gacsi Moveable tonic dominant chord changes with moving bass line on 6th, 5th, and 4th strings. Different positions used Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1049 Hits · Last Modified: 11/17/01 635. Tools For Writing Your First Song (#9128) by Jason Parker Contains information on harmonizing chords. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5342 Hits · Last Modified: 3/11/05 636. Toolz - Time And Tune? (#2) (#5006) by Marco Mejia Learn to use a metronome, how to tune your guitar and the second part of "Breaking Hand" Theory/Reference · Beginner · 9136 Hits · Last Modified: 4/7/04 637. Top Ten Tips On Practicing Guitar (#8532) by Ted O'Farrell Everyone who plays the guitar wants to know how to practice more efficiently... here's several tips on how to do just that! Hope it will help! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2149 Hits · Last Modified: 8/16/04 638. Transposable Chords (#4446) by Rick Payman Transposable Chord shapes may be shifted from side to side, as well as up and down the fretboard. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4022 Hits · Last Modified: 2/27/05 639. Transposing Songs To A New Key (#11012) by Tom Red How to transpose a song into another key, easily and effectively! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 28 Hits · Last Modified: 6/2/06 640. TRANSPOSING TUNES TO DIFFERENT KEYS (#7388) by Charles Gacsi This lesson is a tool for transposing chords from one key to another. Especially useful when setting the tune in your, or the vocalists, voice range. A how to do skill. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 8369 Hits · Last Modified: 3/6/04 641. TRANSPOSITION (#2783) by Charles Gacsi Transposition. Simply means to change key, or to have different instruments, such as horns, play the same sounding notes as the guitar. There is a principle behind all this stuff. Once you understand the concept it will be yours forever. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 12769 Hits · Last Modified: 3/6/04 642. Triad Arpeggios (#810) by Frederick Burton More Triads.......... Theory/Reference · Advanced · 2787 Hits · Last Modified: 3/11/00 643. Triad Construction Primer For All Scales (#11011) by Tom Red A primer on triad(3 note chord) construction for the major scale. With a little thought this can be applied to all other scales. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1640 Hits · Last Modified: 6/2/06 644. Triads (#812) by Frederick Burton The building blocks of harmony.......... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 10873 Hits · Last Modified: 6/21/00 645. Triads 1-2-3 Basic (#5971) by Ton Dee Basic Chord Construction Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1758 Hits · Last Modified: 4/3/06 646. Triads and triads and triads (#792) by Frederick Burton Triads- To add a little interest and intrigue to your playing try a few of these on! You'll be amazed at what 3 notes can do. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 8065 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/00 647. TRILL DRILL VOL. I (#10164) by Peter Hsieh The 36th lesson by Peter Hsieh. Join the man on his trill drills as he crosses off the names on his Shred list five! This lesson is an excercise in playing trills. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4344 Hits · Last Modified: 9/6/05 648. Triplets-Triplets-Triplets (#918) by Frederick Burton Learning to perfect you picking hand? Try a few triplets. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 14800 Hits · Last Modified: 4/2/00 649. Tritone Substitutions (#11915) by Jeff Brent A brief synopsis of tritone substitutions typical in Jazz compositions, using the Rhythm Changes as the basis. Also available at http://Guitar-Lessons-Riverside-CA.com/Lessons/tritonesub.html Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1119 Hits · Last Modified: 7/20/08 650. Tuning By Harmonics (#4372) by Lee Marr Learn how to tune by harmonics. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2191 Hits · Last Modified: 3/25/02 651. Turnarounds (#11763) by Adriano Parmiggianno 4 chord turnarounds Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2116 Hits · Last Modified: 10/14/07 652. Two-String Scale Exercise (#11499) by Wayne Rader Exercises for learning a pattern up and down the neck. It's good picking practice. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1633 Hits · Last Modified: 2/3/07 653. Understanding Chords (#11943) by Rhys Bowen The purpose of these lessons is to take the mystery out of chords. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 2734 Hits · Last Modified: 12/5/08 654. Understanding Walking Bass Lines (#11973) by Jeff Brent Explanation of walking bass lines for non-Bassists. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1504 Hits · Last Modified: 11/14/08 655. Unique Rhythm Method (#3498) by Roger Wilson Rhythm Method Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1895 Hits · Last Modified: 9/24/01 656. UniversalScale Over CircularProgressions (#11982) by Jeff Brent Using the last four notes of minor 7th chords or dominant 7th chords as melodic soloing choices. With audio examples. http://Guitar-Lessons-Riverside-CA.com Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1530 Hits · Last Modified: 12/5/08 657. Up And Across Scale Patterns (#3669) by Ian Loft Some patterns for scale practice and a few major scales from open position to 21st fret. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4608 Hits · Last Modified: 11/9/01 658. Use the B7 Chord and B Mixolydian Scale (#90) by Christopher Sung Learn how to use those perennial favorites, the dominant 7th chord, and its associated scale, the Mixolydian. There's a little blues, a little latin, and some good clean fun... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 23615 Hits · Last Modified: 7/1/99 659. Using And Abusing The Harmonic Minor (#3112) by Mark Colquitt This colorful phrase is in F# harmonic minor, but don't be affraid to move the shape around to suit whatever key you may be in. One small hint for ya....it is best played at Yngwie speed. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 2395 Hits · Last Modified: 7/1/01 660. Using F Aug7 and the F Whole Tone Scale (#94) by Christopher Sung OK, kids. Let's get familiar with the very dominant Aug7 chord, and a great scale to play over it - the Whole Tone scale. We'll jam some funk and play a bit of Monk... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 11869 Hits · Last Modified: 7/5/99 661. Using HTML In Lessons, FretBuzz, Etc (#10418) by Steve Cass A how-to guide to understanding and creating the basic html code you need to spruce up your lessons, FretBuzz responses, your homepage, articles, etc. This includes learning how to insert links to other pages inside and outside of WN. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 2671 Hits · Last Modified: 3/17/06 662. Using Modes In Soloing (#2510) by Jason Hensley If you want to get a look at a description of modes and how they work; maybe just wanting to learn them.....come on it and take a peek! Theory/Reference · Advanced · 6406 Hits · Last Modified: 3/3/01 663. Using Modulation To Create Contrast (#7184) by Rich Scott This lesson shows you how to use modulation to create contrast in your songs. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2656 Hits · Last Modified: 11/2/03 664. Using the 7(9,13) Chord (#201) by Christopher Sung Here's a few different ways to use the 7(9,13) chord. We'll look at it in funk, blues, and jazz contexts. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6335 Hits · Last Modified: 8/9/99 665. Using the 7sus4 Chord (#248) by Christopher Sung On the heels of the Sus4 chord lesson, here's some common uses for its counterpart - the oh-so-ambient 7sus4 chord... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6347 Hits · Last Modified: 9/13/99 666. Using the A minor chord (#214) by Christopher Sung Here are a few different ways to use a very classic chord - the A minor - and how to incorporate it into your own tunes Theory/Reference · Beginner · 24038 Hits · Last Modified: 8/16/99 667. Using the Blues Scale on a Minor 9 Chord (#175) by Christopher Sung How can we use the blues scale to play over minor chords in different styles? Take this award-winning lesson and find out... Theory/Reference · Advanced · 37553 Hits · Last Modified: 7/26/99 668. Using the C Dorian Scale and Cm7 Chord (#32) by Christopher Sung What do the C Dorian scale and Cm7 chord have in common and how can you use them in your playing? Here's some ideas using jazz and funk examples. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 31208 Hits · Last Modified: 6/1/99 669. Using the C Major 9 Chord (#280) by Christopher Sung Here's a few different ways to use the pensive C major 9 chord to create some nice voice leading Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 8690 Hits · Last Modified: 9/26/99 670. Using The Composer: First Steps (#2491) by Rick Payman A Step-by-step Guide to creating your first Composer sequence. Under development. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 9771 Hits · Last Modified: 11/19/02 671. Using The D Harmonic Minor Mode (#9071) by TJ Contre Using the D Harmonic Minor Mode. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 966 Hits · Last Modified: 12/31/04 672. Using the Dim7 Chord and Scale (#12) by Christopher Sung Here are a few ways in which you can incorporate both the diminished chord and its related scale into your own playing, with some different solo and chording ideas. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 19698 Hits · Last Modified: 5/17/99 673. Using the E Locrian Scale & Em7b5 Chord (#45) by Christopher Sung Here are a few ways you can use both the E locrian scale and the always useful Em7b5 chord in your playing, with a few examples showing them in different styles Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 43854 Hits · Last Modified: 6/7/99 674. Using the E Phrygian Scale (#224) by Christopher Sung Here's how to use that very Spanish sounding mode of the major scale - Phrygian. Don't let the name fool you. It's easier to use than to pronounce... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 43870 Hits · Last Modified: 8/30/99 675. Using the E7#9 Chord & E Altered Scale (#140) by Christopher Sung Get a grip on the infamous "Hendrix" E7#9 chord and a great scale to play over it - the E altered scale. Shown in a rock, funk, and jazz style... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 39782 Hits · Last Modified: 6/11/00 676. Using the G Lydian Scale and GMaj7#11 (#68) by Christopher Sung Let's get a little melancholy with some ideas on how to use the touching GMaj7#11 chord and its scale counterpart - G Lydian. Very misty... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 16041 Hits · Last Modified: 6/21/99 677. Using the G7 Chord (#347) by Christopher Sung Everyone should know and love the classic open-string G7 chord. Here's the lowdown and a few ways it's commonly used. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 29163 Hits · Last Modified: 10/18/99 678. Using the Major 6 Chord (#261) by Christopher Sung Here's a couple different ways to use the wistful yet intriguing major 6 chord... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 16778 Hits · Last Modified: 9/20/99 679. Using the Major Pentatonic Scale (#244) by Christopher Sung Here's how the play the major pentatonic scale with a few licks shown in different styles for easy incorporation into your playing... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 178934 Hits · Last Modified: 9/13/99 680. Using the Minor 6 Chord (#188) by Christopher Sung Here's a few examples that demonstrate how the very sad-sounding minor 6th chord is commonly used. It's perfect for those melancholy moments... Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6703 Hits · Last Modified: 8/2/99 681. Using the Open B7 Chord (#218) by Christopher Sung Here's a nice open chord you can use to play blues, rock, funk, or whatever. Easy to finger and an essential part of any guitarist's vocabulary. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 99429 Hits · Last Modified: 8/23/99 682. Vary Your Chords (#11359) by Dave Ratcliffe Play basic chords, but are Stuck? Let's hope this lessons moves you on... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1689 Hits · Last Modified: 11/18/06 683. Visualizing the Fretboard (#793) by Frederick Burton With shapes and forms, make the fretboard come to you. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 13248 Hits · Last Modified: 3/17/00 684. VOICE LEADING #1 In Conventional Harmony (#5293) by Charles Gacsi Conventional Harmony dictates for smooth changing from one chord to the next, requires minimal movement between the notes in both chords. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3142 Hits · Last Modified: 7/13/04 685. Warm Up (#7631) by Matthew Leering Here's a simple exercise that I use for warm up. It will focus on your ability to alternate your picking, hammer on, and warm up all of your left hand fingers. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1225 Hits · Last Modified: 2/15/04 686. Warm-up (#7518) by Eric Bruce A fairly easy warm-up routine, more intermediate than advanced, this will help your left hand strech, and will get your right and left hand in sync with each other, start slow and make sure you hit everynote good enough to hear them ring well Theory/Reference · Advanced · 1064 Hits · Last Modified: 1/30/05 687. Warm-up (#4874) by Csaba Varszegi It's a tricky warm-up exercise from Steve Vai. Enjoy! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2852 Hits · Last Modified: 7/6/02 688. Warm-up exercise (#2617) by Leif Gunnar Aspèn Well......it´s a warm-up exercise. Gives your fingers strenght and stamina. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1983 Hits · Last Modified: 3/15/01 689. Warming Up (#795) by Frederick Burton A lesson that should be viewed and practiced by all. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 23916 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/00 690. Wasting Time Again (#7713) by Carl McIntyre Not worth anyones time. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1183 Hits · Last Modified: 3/7/04 691. We Three Kings (#11786) by Robert Strait An annual tradition! A new holiday arrangement from yours truly...Merry Xmas! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 1083 Hits · Last Modified: 11/18/07 692. What Is A Trill? (#8548) by Bill Bill THis will explain what that guitar thing is called that sounds like something you get from pushing out a turd too hard. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1392 Hits · Last Modified: 8/19/04 693. What Scale Do I Use !?!? (#10959) by Luigi Massa OK so you just made up an awesome rythem on your guitar and now you want to put a solo over it, but you dont know what scale to use because your rythem has alot of cords. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 815 Hits · Last Modified: 5/19/06 694. What You Really Need (#573) by Jeremy Cotton Chord essentials Theory/Reference · Beginner · 150128 Hits · Last Modified: 1/18/05 695. WHERE IS MIDDLE C? (#8872) by Charles Gacsi Here is the explanation of the written location of middle C for the guitar, on the piano, and on the music staff. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4230 Hits · Last Modified: 8/23/05 696. Where's That Note? What's That Note? #1 (#6221) by Sean Christiansen This is a visual way to instantly find any note of the guitar. All that is required is memorization of the notes of 2 strings. This is Part 1, of a 2 Part series. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 8811 Hits · Last Modified: 3/14/03 697. Where's That Note? What's That Note? #2 (#6231) by Sean Christiansen Part 2 of a 2 Part series. Part 1 is lesson #6221 Where's That Note? What's That Note? #1 Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 4518 Hits · Last Modified: 3/24/04 698. Who Needs Scales? (#5010) by Karl Malone An ingenious substitute for scales created by the great Eddie Van Halen. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 6027 Hits · Last Modified: 8/5/02 699. Why Changing Chords Can Be So Hard (#11760) by Warren Hunt Problems changing chords/remembering fingering. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 990 Hits · Last Modified: 9/29/07 700. Why Play Better? (#8525) by Rick Kelly Examine your motivation for playing. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1362 Hits · Last Modified: 8/16/04 701. Wide Interval Pentatonics (#5113) by Karl Malone An introduction to the pentatonic sequence in a new light. Using wide interval stretches and triplets to make strictly Pentatonic soloing more interesting. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 8835 Hits · Last Modified: 8/26/02 702. Work (#6087) by Christopher Ingram Made @ work Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5214 Hits · Last Modified: 2/16/03 703. Workin' on your Rhythms (#805) by Frederick Burton Pretty cool way to work and familiarized yourself on your rhythms. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 26773 Hits · Last Modified: 3/10/00 704. Working Together As A Band (#3143) by Igor Stermsek You've studied every lesson on wholenote, know everyting possible about the guitar, have the greatest lyrics and riffs, but all that is useless if you cant work with your band and put the song together Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3327 Hits · Last Modified: 7/4/01 705. Wrist Buster (#3625) by Robert Chiefari Here's a beautiful little finger stretching, wrist busting execise. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2230 Hits · Last Modified: 10/27/01 706. Writing Guitar Licks (#7715) by Randy Ellefson This explains how to write a guitar lick that is musical by breaking it down into easy steps. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 5372 Hits · Last Modified: 6/26/04 707. Writing Lyrics (#3054) by Igor Stermsek This is a simple guide to how I write lyrics, and I hope it might help some of you write your own. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4211 Hits · Last Modified: 6/18/01 708. Your First Band (#3438) by Drew Whitler The lessons I learned from my first expirience in a band and how they can help you prepare for that day. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3658 Hits · Last Modified: 9/8/01

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