In this MicroLesson (ML103), I'll explain how using triads can make a huge difference in the way you improvise a melody, and how to combine them with the pentatonic scales. … [Read more...]
MicroLesson: 094 – Acoustic Country Blues
In this MicroLesson (ML094) you'll learn an acoustic country blues composition that you can play by yourself (no jam track needed). … [Read more...]
MicroLesson: 086 – Acoustic Country Blues
In this MicroLesson (ML086) you’ll learn an acoustic country blues composition that you can play by yourself. … [Read more...]
MicroLesson: 081 – Country, Acoustic Blues
In this MicroLesson (ML081) you’ll learn a country acoustic blues short composition that you can play by yourself (no jam track needed) … [Read more...]
MicroLesson: 063 – Slow, Country Lead
In this MicroLesson (ML063) you’ll learn a slow, country lead. Try working some of these licks into your leads when you improvise. … [Read more...]
MicroLesson: 059 – Bluegrass Style Rhythm with Fill Licks
In this MicroLesson (ML059) you'll learn a short bluegrass composition that is packed full of bluegrass style fill lick ideas. It alternates between just 2 chords (C and G) and is something that you can play by yourself (no jam track needed). … [Read more...]
MicroLesson: 053 – 1, 4, 5 Blues Rhythm Ideas. Learn 2 Rhythm Patterns – Guitar Lesson
In this MicroLesson (ML053) you'll learn a couple of different chord voicings for the classic 1, 4, 5 chord progression. This is designed to give you new rhythm ideas that you can use when you improvise. … [Read more...]
MicroLesson: 049 – Learn 3 Essential Positions for Playing a 1, 4, 5 Chord Progression
In this MicroLesson (ML049) you'll learn how to play a 1, 4, 5 chord progression (used in blues, rock, and country) by playing the chords in 3 different positions up the neck. This will allow you to easily change keys and play them in any key without the need for a capo. You'll also be able to use these positions when playing lead by targeting specific chord tones. … [Read more...]
MicroLesson: 046 – 2 Easy Rhythm Fill Licks in A – Guitar Lesson
In this MicroLesson (ML046) you'll learn how to play a rhythm pattern in the key of A that includes 2 easy fill licks. I'll also show you how to transpose this and play it in any key. … [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...]