Improvisation Example
Using the A Blues Scale
Here is an example of A blues scale improvisation. See how to use the A blues scale to create your own solos. Notice that only notes from the ...
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In this 12 Bar Blues video, Larry Coryell will show you how to play the most basic blues. It is 12 measures and consists of 3 chords, a I, IV, and V. The I chord is played for four measures ...
Strechin' with Larry Coryell Playing Example 2
In this video, Larry shows the importance of playing with relaxed timing. Loosen up and release any tension from your playing. Notice how Larr...
Octave from 6th string - example G
Octave Relation -Octave from 6th string - example G - This video shows you the relation between a G octave on the 6th and 4th string.Notice that ...
4-String C Chord
This version of a C chord (C major chord) is much easier than the full C chord but already sounds great and can be used in many songs. We're only using four strings and two...
Matchbox Twenty How Far We've Come
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Matchbox Twenty How Far We've Come - This is a simple and famous song to just let you get a little wild with your right hand! The tune only con...
Em7 Chord
This is a full open Em7 chord (E minor seventh chord). It's a useful chord shape and has been used in countless rock songs. We're using all six strings and four fingers of the lef...
Octave Relation - example F on 1st, 6th, 4th and 2nd string
Octave Relation - example F on 1st, 6th, 4th and 2nd stringThe next F note is followed again on the 2nd string.We now ha...
Blues Changes - full track
Blues Chords - This video features a classic chord progression called Blues Changes. This progression can also be called 12 bar blues. It is the basis for many fa...
Django Reinhardt Style Phrases Example 9
Dominant ascending lick - In this video Bireli demonstrates an ascending lick that could be used over a dominant chord, in this case D7. Each arpegg...