C Ionian in Triplets
Here we have C Ionian in triplets. When playing triplets, we play three notes in space of two. In this example, we're playing three eighth notes per beat. Three note gr...
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Rhythm Changes A Section Rhythmic and Harmonic Variations Example 1
Here Bireli Lagrene shows you how to use some rhythmic and harmonic variations over the A section of "I Got Rhythm." He s...
Amy Winehouse Valerie A section
Amy Winehouse Valerie - In this video, you will learn the A section in the song " Valerie." "Valerie" is a song written by the English rock band the Zutons....
A Chord
This is a full open A chord (A major chord). It's a must-know open chord shape and has been used in countless rock songs. We're using five strings and three fingers of the left hand...
C Major scale A form
C Major scale A form - This video demonstrates how the A form of the C chord is found within the C major scale at the 2nd position. When working on these CAGED exercise...
C Major triads string group 2-4
C Major triads string group 2-4 - For this C major triad inversion we are going to use string group 4-2.In music, a triad is a set of three notes that ar...
Rhythm Changes A Section Improvisation Example 12
Use of Flat 9 intervals to create tension - Bireli uses the most dissonant interval in music to begin this short improv - The Flat 9. He al...
Kelly Clarkson Stronger A section
Kelly Clarkson Stronger - This is the second single from Clarkson's fifth album entitled "Stronger", which conquered the Billboard charts by storm. In this...
Rhythm Changes Whole Tune Improvisation Example 1
Rhythm Changes Whole Tune Fast - Bireli Demonstrates the entire form of Rhythm Changes. Please note the right hand muting that goes on here...
Eb Blues Easy Comping
Now let's learn how to comp over an Eb Blues. Although you should be able to play everything in all keys you must start somewhere. This version takes you through an "...