Key of G Archives - Active Melody

MicroLesson: 057 – Learn 3 Classic Rhythm Styles on Guitar (Blues, Bluegrass, and Folk)

In this MicroLesson (ML057) you'll learn how to strum 3 classic rhythms on guitar. Blues, bluegrass, and folk. Don't get too caught up in the labels of the patterns (I had to call them something) - you can use these techniques in just about anything. … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 056 – 1, 4, 5 Blues Chords in Multiple Positions on the neck

In this MicroLesson (ML056) you'll learn how to play a blues rhythm progression (1, 4, 5 chords) in multiple positions up the neck of the guitar using 2 chord shapes from the CAGED system. Fill licks are included as well. … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 044 – Easy Fill Licks Over G and C Chords

In this MicroLesson (ML044) I'm continuing what we started in the previous MicroLesson (ML043) by looking at some things that you can do to 2 basic chords to enhance them. In this lesson you'll learn 2 fill licks (one over a G, and one over a C chord) that you can use when jamming or improvising. … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 043 – Embellishments over a G and C chord

In this MicroLesson (ML043) I'll show you how to play some simple, but powerful embellishments over a G and C chord. The goal of this lesson is to make your rhythm playing more interesting. … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 030 – R&B Style Rhythm (Easy)

In this MicroLesson (ML030) you’ll learn how to play a classic 50's style R&B rhythm on acoustic or electric guitar. I'll show you how to connect everything back to basic chord shapes so that you can easily transpose this and play it in any key. … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 028 – Country Blues Solo Composition

In this MicroLesson (ML028) you’ll learn how to play an country blues composition that's played solo guitar (no accompaniment is required). Learn both the fill licks and the strum pattern in this composition. … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 021 – Learn The Minor Chord Positions – Guitar Lesson

In this MicroLesson (ML021), you'll learn how to play the minor chord voicings up the neck of the guitar. This is very useful when playing rhythm as it gives you variety. You can also target these chord voicings when playing lead to create a more melodic sound. … [Read more...]