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	1. 3 Finger 4 Finger Spider (#5102) by John Metcalfe (120) 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 · 32588 Hits · 3.96/5 (28 ratings) · Last modified: 8/22/2002

	2. 4 Note Per String Scales (#9579) by Obee Obier (4521) 4 notes per string with 4 finger, E-major Scale(24fret), A minor Legato Theory/Reference · Advanced · 7413 Hits · 4.30/5 (10 ratings) · Last modified: 7/22/2005

	3. 4 Notes/string Scale (#1877) by Bradley Dawson (115) 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 · 13560 Hits · 4.14/5 (21 ratings) · Last modified: 11/25/2000

	4. A Couple Arpeggios (#9055) by Jason Parker (2612) Two simple arpeggios, easy to apply. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 11690 Hits · 4.57/5 (7 ratings) · Last modified: 4/23/2006

	5. A Few Open Pentatonic Scales (#9227) by Jason Parker (2612) Play C/Am, G/Em, and F/Dm open forms of the Pentatonic Scale. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7129 Hits · 5.00/5 (3 ratings) · Last modified: 8/24/2005

	6. A Little Finger Warm-up (#3743) by Sean Donovan (87) A little riff to improve finger dexterity and improve speed. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 7504 Hits · 4.00/5 (4 ratings) · Last modified: 11/26/2001

	7. A Little Spicy!!!? (#9120) by TJ Contre (175) A bit of spice is always nice. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2375 Hits · 4.00/5 (3 ratings) · Last modified: 1/5/2005

	8. A Little Warmup Lick (#3059) by Joel Nutt (131) A little warmup lick I do once in a while. Works out your fingers pretty good. Give it a try! Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7744 Hits · 3.57/5 (7 ratings) · Last modified: 6/19/2001

	9. A Metal Lick (#2323) by Jason Levandofsky (506) Heres a little descending lick that you can throw into your solos. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 7437 Hits · 2.00/5 (18 ratings) · Last modified: 2/1/2001

	10. A Minor Arpeggio Lick (#5958) by Robert Chiefari (5087) Here's a short little lick based on an A minor arpeggio. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 3621 Hits · 4.50/5 (2 ratings) · Last modified: 1/27/2003

	11. A New Approach To Pentatonics (#947) by Stefan Leonhardt (11767) 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 · 73510 Hits · 4.42/5 (125 ratings) · Last modified: 9/29/2006

	12. A New Year Of Happiness (#11802) by Rik Eischen (960) 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 · 1209 Hits · 4.00/5 (2 ratings) · Last modified: 12/4/2007

	13. A Scale In A (#5805) by Adam Daniels (192) A run I came up with a few days ago. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2922 Hits · No rating · Last modified: 12/28/2002

	14. A Simple Speed Excersize (#5753) by Guillo Cartagena (81) 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 · 5578 Hits · 3.89/5 (19 ratings) · Last modified: 12/18/2002

	15. A Warmup Exercise (#7980) by Erik Bostrm (63) This exercise works very good as a warmup, but also for improving your skills, as it keeps both hands busy. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 3010 Hits · 2.33/5 (3 ratings) · Last modified: 7/6/2004

	16. ADHU Bmin (Demo) (#10116) by Tony Sh (56) A small piece I came up with. Rocksonte! Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1205 Hits · 1.50/5 (2 ratings) · Last modified: 9/1/2005

	17. All About Key Signatures (#10718) by Chris Adams (188) 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 · 5564 Hits · 2.29/5 (7 ratings) · Last modified: 3/9/2006

	18. An endless modal excercise (#37) by Sean Kelly (1524) something to warm up to if you like modes Theory/Reference · Advanced · 43318 Hits · 4.36/5 (53 ratings) · Last modified: 6/6/1999

	19. An Idea How To Build Up Speed (#8330) by Erik Bostrm (63) Have you ever wanted to be able to play faster? If so, this lesson may be useful to you. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 5316 Hits · 3.33/5 (3 ratings) · Last modified: 7/6/2004

	20. Analysis of Form (#324) by Sam Munro (1499) A lesson delving in to the wonder of Form. A factor in song-writing that you cannot be without. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 7324 Hits · 3.75/5 (8 ratings) · Last modified: 11/1/1999

	21. Applying Modes Part II - The Sequel (#1272) by Stone Dragon (8501) More modal madness for your pleasure and/or torture. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 40763 Hits · 4.71/5 (62 ratings) · Last modified: 2/5/2001

	22. Applying The Extended Pentatonic (#9327) by Jason Parker (2612) Learn to solo in every key, and "outside the box." Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 10681 Hits · 5.00/5 (3 ratings) · Last modified: 8/9/2005

	23. Applying The Pentatonic Scale (#8645) by Jason Parker (2612) A method for applying the G Major/E Minor Pentatonic Scale. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 26262 Hits · 5.00/5 (11 ratings) · Last modified: 5/10/2012

	24. Arpeggio: C Major Scale (#6372) by Alfonso Celis (186) An easy way to learn arpeggio technique. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 48208 Hits · 3.94/5 (53 ratings) · Last modified: 4/6/2003

	25. AutoMagic Harmony (#5051) by Mike LaFountain (220) 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 · 43548 Hits · 4.70/5 (63 ratings) · Last modified: 12/31/2004

	26. B Minor In Thirds (#7059) by Anthony Ridi (1999) B Minor in Thirds Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 2422 Hits · 5.00/5 (2 ratings) · Last modified: 10/5/2003

	27. B Mj In Thirds (#7058) by Anthony Ridi (1999) B Mj in Thirds. Use Appropriate fingering Theory/Reference · Beginner · 1392 Hits · 3.25/5 (4 ratings) · Last modified: 11/30/2003

	28. Baratos Espaoles (#2225) by Tim Ball (2060) Here's a Spanish-sounding exercise I often run through to get stiff fingers limbered up a bit. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 11708 Hits · 4.89/5 (9 ratings) · Last modified: 1/16/2001

	29. Ben H / Bass 'sustain' Technique (#10633) by Ben Hazu (67) 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 · 1905 Hits · 1.00/5 (1 rating) · Last modified: 1/30/2006

	30. Bite-sized Scales (G) (#10100) by Wayne Rader (630) Playing scales in smaller segments Theory/Reference · Beginner · 4911 Hits · 3.40/5 (5 ratings) · Last modified: 6/27/2006

	31. Boogie Woogie Picking Exercise (#10163) by Michael Hamby j.r. (759) Real simple Theory/Reference · Beginner · 3210 Hits · 4.00/5 (4 ratings) · Last modified: 9/6/2005

	32. Bossa For Billy... If Your Names Billy (#3415) by Justin Watts (169) 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 · 7403 Hits · 5.00/5 (2 ratings) · Last modified: 9/4/2001

	33. Bridge Construction (#6782) by Rich Scott (693) Learn four formulas to create great bridge progressions for your songs. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 9956 Hits · 4.33/5 (6 ratings) · Last modified: 7/22/2003

	34. Building A Monster (#9003) by Ron Brown (101) Lesson 1 Using one basic scale format, this lesson will focus on scale extension, and scale simplification. Theory/Reference · Advanced · 29260 Hits · 4.33/5 (21 ratings) · Last modified: 12/19/2004

	35. Building Chord Progressions (#1137) by Michael Karwowski (124) 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 · 20791 Hits · 4.26/5 (34 ratings) · Last modified: 6/14/2000

	36. Building Speed (#799) by Frederick Burton (5465) Speed Burnnnnnnssssss. Take a walk on the wild side and hopefully your hands can keep up. Theory/Reference · Beginner · 43574 Hits · 3.79/5 (29 ratings) · Last modified: 3/11/2000

	37. Building Triadic Arpeggios (#1351) by Frederick Burton (5465) Learn how to apply the basic triad into your playing. Theory/Reference · Intermediate · 12822 Hits · 4.33/5 (9 ratings) · Last modified: 7/27/2000

	38. Cadences (#802) by Frederick Burton (5465) A cool lesson for those who wish to dive into the world of song-writing.... Theory/Reference · Beginner · 30081 Hits · 4.44/5 (16 ratings) · Last modified: 3/10/2000

	39. Changing Keys (#7119) by Coco Gaston (963) 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 · 6600 Hits · 4.33/5 (3 ratings) · Last modified: 10/18/2003

	40. Changing Scales W/non-Diatonic Chords (#8446) by Carl Johnson (141) 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 · 2685 Hits · 4.20/5 (5 ratings) · Last modified: 7/30/2004