Level 2

Bass Note Chords Intro

July 26, 2011 No Comments

Welcome to the world of bass note chords! These chords will add some serious emotion into your playing, and we think you’ll love them!

“House of the Rising Sun”

July 5, 2011 4 Comments

Today we’re learning the classic folk song made popular by the Animals in the 60′s. Everyone knows it, so it’s going to be a ton of fun!

Three Doors Down Style Arpeggiation Riff

July 4, 2011 No Comments

Modern rock bands like Three Doors Down love using arpeggiation to give their songs more of a low key vibe. We’ll check out how they might use it today!

Jeff Buckley Style Arpeggiation Riff

July 4, 2011 No Comments

In this lesson we’re going to look at how Jeff Buckley might use arpeggiation in his guitar playing. Hope you guys like it!

Intro to Arpeggiation

July 4, 2011 No Comments

In this lesson we’re going to introduce a new technique – Arpeggiation. Play each string of a chord for a soft, delicate feel. We’ll show you how.

Allman Bros. Style Pentatonic Riff

July 4, 2011 No Comments

Today we’re going to look at a southern style riff ala the Allman Brothers. So let’s get going!

Hendrix Style Pentatonic Riff

July 4, 2011 No Comments

The pentatonic scale is for everybody, especially masters like Hendrix! Today we’ll look at how he might have used this versatile scale.

Death Cab Style Pentatonic Riff

July 4, 2011 1 Comment

Here’s a pentatonic riff in the style of Deathcab for Cutie. Channel your inner Ben Gibbard!

Bill Withers Style Pentatonic Riff

July 4, 2011 No Comments

Here’s a Bill Withers inspired soul riff to help see the pentatonic scale in action!

Hammer Ons and Pull Offs

July 4, 2011 No Comments

Today we’re exploring two brand new techniques – hammer ons and pull offs. These techniques will help you play faster and smoother, so let’s go!

Open E Pentatonic Scale

July 4, 2011 1 Comment

Today we begin a long journey in to the heart of pentatonics – the main solo used for soloing and lead guitar

Soundgarden Style Bass Note Chord Riff

July 4, 2011 1 Comment

In this lesson we’re once again exploring bass note chords but this time in the context of a grungy Soundgarden style riff.

Creed Style Bass Note Chord Riff

July 4, 2011 No Comments

In this lesson we’re going to look at how Creed might use bass note chords to create their heavy, dynamic signature sound.

Led Zeppelin Style Chords and Scales Riff

July 4, 2011 1 Comment

Jimmy Page would often mix chords and scales to add color to his playing and fill out the sound of Led Zeppelin. Here’s a way he might use this technique.

Neil Young Style Chords and Scales Riff

July 4, 2011 No Comments

Here’s another riff to practice combining chords and scales. This time it’s in the style of acoustic legend Neil Young

Grateful Dead Style Chords and Scales Riff

July 4, 2011 1 Comment

Today we’ll be diving into a new approach – combining chord strumming and melodic scale picking. To practice, we’ve got an awesome Grateful Dead riff for you!

“Joy to the World”

July 4, 2011 3 Comments

To get further practice with the G major scale we’re going to learn this classic Christmas melody. Have fun guys!

Open G Major Scale

July 4, 2011 No Comments

Time to learn a new scale! This time, it’s the G major scale. Same overall sound, just a different key center.

“Ode to Joy”

July 4, 2011 No Comments

In this lesson we’re going to take a look at Beethoven’s timeless melody “Ode to Joy” in order to get practice with our C major scale.

“God Save the Queen”

July 4, 2011 33 Comments

We’re looking at songs that use notes out of the C major scale, and today we’re looking at the British national anthem “God Save the Queen”

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