Speed Training Boot Camp #3
For today's STBC session, our Rhythmic Theme of the Day is SEXTUPLETS (or any other grouping of 6), accented as "1 and 2 and 3 and"For that reason, I'm playing along
Speed Training Boot Camp #2
For this week's Speed Training Boot Camp, the Rhythmic Theme of the Day is 4/4 Sixteenth Notes.Attached you'll find the same 4/4 16th Note Double Bass Beats I'm using throughout
The 7 Hexachords of Natural Minor
These 7 shapes make up the 7 hexachords (6-note scale fragments) in any minor scale.Personally, I just think of them as the "1 shape," the "2 shape," the "3 shape"
STBC Bonus: The Speed Benefit of Having Heavier Strings
If you really want to maximize your playing speed, the gauge of strings that you're using is going to play a major role. In this short video I'll explain how having
How to Build Speed: The 3-Speed System
Speed Training Boot Camp (STBC) follows a simple yet powerful system to build your playing speed.Consider this video the INTRO to STBC. While I'm sure you're excited to get started, be
3 Common Rhythmic Groove “Formulas”
One of the surest ways to come up with solid ideas on-the-fly is to follow an clearly established rhythm pattern, and just "fill in" the notes and/or chords.While there are
Printable Blank Harmonic Minor Pattern Creation PDF
Print out the attached PDF as many times as you want and come up with your own patterns using the full-fretboard pattern that's lightly greyed-out in the background!TIPS:Use COLORED PEN/MARKER to circle/outline
8-String G Major Sweep Arpeggio
Still performing little "6-string" sweep arpeggios on your 8-string? Make use of that extra range! For more hands-on, dedicated training for 6-string, 7-string & 8-string guitar, become a patron NOW and
8-String E Minor Sweep Arpeggio
Still performing little "6-string" sweep arpeggios on your 8-string? Make use of that extra range! For more hands-on, dedicated training for 6-string, 7-string & 8-string guitar, become a patron NOW and
Short Rhythmic Phrases as the Basis for What to Practice
Rhythm underlies every aspect of music throughout the world. By basing your practice routine around short rhythmic phrases of a specific length & applying the same formula for note combinations