The A(aeolian) minor Natural scale is created using the notes of C major. C majors notes: C D E F G A B C If we count up to the 6th note, in this case A we get the start of the ‘Relative’ minor scale. We then spell out the scale starting with A then […]
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E minor pentatonic – Lesson 1
Scales and exercises to help get to grips with the different positions of the E minor pentatonic scale. Practice using a metronome or click to get smooth playing using alternative picking. Try experimenting using a backing track in the key of G/Eminor. You can download the full sheet by right click save on link or […]
Strumming 1 2 3+4+
Strumming Pattern: 1 2 3+4+ Example 1: A major, Amaj7, A7 and D major Example 2: D major, Dmaj7, D7, G major Example 3: C major, Am7, Dm7, G7 Example 4: D7, G7, A7, D7
Strumming: 1+ 2 3 4
Strum pattern: 1 + 2 3 4 Example 1: G major, Em, A major and Am Example 2: Am, Am7, Em and Em9 Example 3: A major, D major and E major Example 4: E major, E7, A major and Asus2 Download PDF
Clapping Lesson 1
Clapping rhythms is a good way of learning to keep time. A solid beat will help develope your sense of timing. This has the knock on effect of helping develope a consistent strum and will help lead playing. Part 1: Learning to count: 1 2 3 4 The above picture indicates 4 beats to the […]