Techniques Review these techniques. Learn one and try to apply it where you can to explore where and how it works best (for you) Hammer-onTrillsBendingSlide into the sameslide in and outBB King slide Advanceddouble stop bend (first bend in this exercise)Pre-bendVibrato hand styleUnison bendDouble stop bend FancynessBlues curlBlues vibratoBending vibratolegato hammer-onslide bendsfinger rollingtremolo picking Double … Read more

Techniques Review these techniques. the first ones will be very familiar but as you progress though the list, more exotic things appear. Hammer-onTrillsBendingSlide into the sameslide in and outBB King slidedouble stop bend (first bend in this exercise)Pre-bendVibrato hand styleUnison bendDouble stop bendBlues curlBlues vibratoBending vibratolegato hammer-onslide bendsfinger rollingtremolo picking Double stop Embellishments technique “Double … Read more

Let’s apply this question to a C major scale, that make’s it easier to point out similarities and differences. For a song in C major, here are your scale options: Most common and versatile: For blues and rock: Advanced players  add color and interest: When my song is in C major; do I solo over … Read more

Two Ways to Approach Songwriting: Synchronous and Asynchronous In today’s world, we have tools to support both real-time and flexible songwriting. Bands can gather in a room and create together in the moment, or they can each work on their own parts asynchronously, sharing ideas online when it suits them. Both approaches have their strengths … Read more

This article digs into everything you need to be ready to start a band or join a band. What musical skills do you need to grasp in order to call yourself “ready”? We’ll cover defining your role in the band, because that’s crucial for managing expectations and we’ll look at the group dynamics. And of … Read more

New to singing? Feeling insecure about your vocals? Think “singing isn’t for you?”I believe everybody can sing. Not all of us become top singers but we all have the potential to find what works. When I sing in my solo gigs; people approach me by saying “I have a good singing voice”. Not that I’m … Read more

I was just re-listening the audio-book version of “Atomic Habits” by James Clear.It made me to think about numerous students and people here on this wonderful Community.Yes; you are often on my mind!  I found out about this book several years ago and from time to time it pops up in professional trainings I follow. … Read more

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