Let’s take things to the next level! If you want to shred pentatonic scales all over the fretboard you’re going to need more places to play them. We’ll add in another pattern and learn a few new moves! To top it all off… there’s another epic solo for you to sink your teeth into. Grab your guitar and let’s begin.
From Pink Floyd to Metallica, John Mayer to AC/DC, Pentatonic scales are the backbone of some of the most iconic guitar solos ever written. I am truly excited to begin a series on this and I invite you to follow along with me.
Pentatonic scales are an integral part of any modern guitarists inventory when it comes to playing lead solos, riffs and improvising. So much music (and rock in particular) really exploits the power of pentatonic scales.
If you want to be a proficient lead guitarist or a decent improviser you really need to master these scales!
For centuries the battle between the forces of tab and standard music notation have raged on, with many combatants on both sides fighting for their cause.
OK, perhaps a little dramatic. But, for those of you who have played guitar for a little while, you’ve probably come across the age old debate between the benefits of tab and traditional music notation. Or, more likely, you’re someone who has maybe dabbled in reading music, discovered tab and then never looked back and can happily play what ever song you feel like – at least most of the time. Good for you!
But, have you ever truly thought about the pro’s and con’s of these two systems?
Would you like to get better at reading and executing rhythm in music? In music, rhythm is a big deal!
Learning guitar is a nice idea. But, you know it will take practice – especially if you want to be good! Here are some quick tips to make sure your practice is a skill building, goal kicking kind of experience.
I remember the days when I couldn’t read music at all. And this was when I was studying music at College!
I remember feeling frustrated that all the other people in my music class could do it so easily.
Strumming. It should be easy right? You grab a pick, move it up and down on the strings and bam, you have an endless supply of ways to play chords. True in theory, but in reality, have you found that you need some fresh ideas to spice up your strumming? Are you in that un-inspiring place of knowing a few patterns that you always go to? Allow me to set your strumming skills on fire! Read on.
Did you know that the type of pick you use affects the tone of your guitar? You bet it does!
Guitar picks come in varying weights and thickness. Maybe this is new to you. Broadly speaking, there are thin, medium and heavy picks.
Did you know many guitarists can’t read music? I suspect that if they learned how, they would double their abilities. I know that it’s true for me. I have proven that being able to read music has given me a huge advantage over and over again when learning songs, composing and being asked to play for various events. So, let’s have a think about how music reading could give your playing a huge boost!
