Isaac Albéniz’s Asturias (also known as Leyenda) is one of the most recognizable and beloved pieces in the classical guitar repertoire. Originally written for piano as part of his Suite Española, Op. 47 in 1886, this iconic work has truly found its home on the guitar, where its Spanish character and dramatic flair really shine. … 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
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
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
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
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 break down how the E 9 chord aka E … 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 break down how the G 9 chord aka G … Read more
Francisco Tárrega’s Gran Vals is a cornerstone piece in the classical guitar repertoire, known for its graceful melody with a Spanish flair. You might recognize it from the older, iconic Nokia cell phone ringtone! Dive in to learn this piece filled with beautiful picking patterns and chord voicings. Get ready to add this gem to your playing! Notation … 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 break down how the C 7 … Read more
If you want to take your improvisation skills to the next level, it’s important to have a solid understanding of half diminished arpeggios (also known as minor 7 b5 arpeggios). Arpeggios are so effective because they highlight the important notes of a chord. If you’re familiar with diminished triads, this concept goes one step further to … Read more
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