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May 11 2016, 05:37 PM |
It's a technique in which you cross strings picking as a sweep, in the same direction. This lesson should clarify it:
https://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/Economy-Picking-101/ -------------------- My lessons
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May 12 2016, 02:56 PM |
Cool, thanks!
I guess I'll give that one a try first as well! |
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May 13 2016, 12:19 AM |
Let me know how it feels!
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May 30 2016, 11:26 PM |
Hi Gabe,
So like I said I've been working on this solo from Joe Bonamassa in mountain climbing. The last pentatonic run is just way to fast for me, so I came up with some improvisation of my own which is a bit slower. I do need to refine it still though, here's what I've got so far: https://soundcloud.com/lester-moorman/mountain-climbing-solo Could you give me some feedback? Thanks! |
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May 31 2016, 02:20 PM |
Hi Lester, good job learning this one.
You already know each part, the notes and the rhythm now it's time to polish it. I think that it would be better to play over the backing without Joe's playing now, however I don't know if you have the backing version of this one. Some elements that you need to have in mind when practicing are: - Adjust bending: Your bending is not targeting the pitch with precision, sometimes it's close but not there, other times it seems that you search for the correct pitch too much. - Unwanted noises: There are noises here and there between licks. Try to minimize them. - More vibrato: This style requires wider vibrato. Exaggerate it a bit while practicing to then be able to manage it as you wish. -------------------- My lessons
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Jun 1 2016, 03:53 PM |
Hi Lester, yes, most of the times you tend to play it lower than the correct pitch.
The first exercise from this video is great for bending: -------------------- My lessons
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Jun 7 2016, 01:29 AM |
Hi Lester, it's a good idea to give you some time to analyse your own recordings, it's not fundamental but I think that it can be good to train your ears.
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Jun 23 2016, 03:34 PM |
Hi Lester! Great to hear from you!
Thanks for the update. I'll wait for news. -------------------- My lessons
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Sep 12 2016, 08:49 PM |
Hi Gabe,
What's going on? I realize I haven't been on here in a long time, too busy with studies, work and doing a blues concert. Sorry for being so quiet! The concert was last Saturday, so now I should have some more time on my hands to try some new stuff. Are you still available for mentoring? Cheers, Lester P.S. I got a video from someone filming, if you'd like to have a look: https://www.wetransfer.com/downloads/6908ec...11152236/67e464 This post has been edited by Lester: Sep 14 2016, 08:36 AM |
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Sep 13 2016, 07:44 PM |
Hey Lester! Welcome back friend! Sure, I'm available for mentoring!
I'm downloading the vid. Thanks for sharing! -------------------- My lessons
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Sep 14 2016, 05:38 PM |
Hi Lester! I couldn't download the video. It's very heavy and it fails. Do you have any link to watch it online?
About improvisation! Sure! Let's work on it. Pentatonic is the best to start. Could you please record yourself improvising over a blues backing track? That video would be our starting point. -------------------- My lessons
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Sep 15 2016, 07:43 PM |
I actually can't find the Major pentatonic scale in the scale generator...does it even exist??
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Sep 15 2016, 11:38 PM |
Here is my take! I am completely not happy with it, way too boring, but I guess that's the point..that I improve from here
https://soundcloud.com/lester-moorman/take-1-bleus-improvising-a-minor-pentatonic-september-2016 |
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Sep 16 2016, 01:50 PM |
Great! That's a good starting point mate, let's start working.
ASSIGNMENT #1: Goals: - Blues Phrasing - Pentatonic minor improvisation over Blues progression. TASK 1: - Learn this lesson: https://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/BB-King-Blues/ - Improvise over the backing track of this lesson trying to create your own variations. TASK 2: - Read and work the concepts shared at 1. Blues Scale Theory and Application (from 1 to 1.5) from the Blues Guitar Theory Guide. Exam and deadline: By September 28th you'll have to share 3 videos: - A video playing the lesson (4 coins) - A second video improvising over the lesson's backing track (3 coins) - A video explaining the concepts learnt at the blues guitar theory guide (3 coins) Each of this videos will be evaluated (check the coins value below). You need to get at least 7 coins to pass. If you pass, we can continue, if you don't you will have a second "call" that would be the last one. -------------------- My lessons
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Sep 16 2016, 05:06 PM |
Great, deadlines are a good idea I think, forces me to some action
I'll better get practicing |
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