Major 7 chords have a smooth, jazzy, and sophisticated sound that can instantly elevate your playing. They’re great for adding richness and warmth to progressions whether you’re playing jazz, soul, R&B, or even pop. In this lesson, we’ll focus on the Bb Major 7 chord and go over 7 ways to play it on the … Read more
If you’re looking to level up your solos and really nail improvising over chord progressions, using chord tones is one of the best ways to make your playing sound smooth and musical. Chord tones are simply the foundational notes within any chord such as the root, 3rd, 5th, and sometimes the 7th. Think of these … Read more
In this lesson, you’ll learn how to play the C blues scale across the fretboard using five must-know scale patterns, along with a breakdown of the music theory behind it. While the blues scale is a staple in blues music, its expressive sound fits just as well in rock, jazz, and other genres. If you … Read more
In this lesson, we’ll break down how to play the G minor pentatonic scale on guitar by learning the five essential scale shapes across the fretboard. We’ll also dive into the music theory behind it, so you can understand how the scale works and apply it more effectively. The pentatonic scale is a versatile five-note … Read more
The G minor scale is a fundamental scale every guitarist should know. If you’ve already learned the notes in the first position, the next step is to expand your knowledge across the entire fretboard. Mastering the five essential scale shapes will help you navigate the neck with confidence and unlock new creative possibilities. If you’re … Read more
Recuerdos de la Alhambra by Francisco Tárrega is a stunning showcase of the beauty and expressive potential of classical guitar. With its intricate and rewarding tremolo technique, this piece beautifully captures the charm and depth of its melody. Mastering this iconic composition will sharpen your technical skills, improve your control, and develop your ability to … Read more
In this lesson, we’re covering how to play the A minor blues scale on guitar by learning the 5 essential scale shapes and the music theory for how it works. Although the blues scale is often used in blues music, this versatile scale can also be used in different genres to create soulful and melodic ideas. … Read more
If you want to add a jazzy edge to your guitar playing, using 9th chords is a powerful tool that adds a smooth and sophisticated sound to your music. Before learning 9th chords, I recommend first checking out the guide on 7th chords if you don’t know them already. In this lesson, we’ll cover 8 ways to play the C minor … Read more
The B minor scale is one of the essential scales to know on guitar. If you’ve already learned the notes in the first position of the guitar, the next step is to learn the same set of notes throughout the fretboard. This lesson covers the 5 scale shapes for effectively playing the B minor scale … Read more
Barry Harris was an influential jazz pianist and educator, renowned for his unique approach to harmony and improvisation. In particular, the 6th diminished scale is one of his core concepts, offering a wealth of harmonic possibilities and a distinctive sound to your playing. In this lesson, we’ll cover specifically how to play the Major 6 … Read more