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Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Jul 19 2015, 10:20 PM
Hi AyanG! Welcome to your personal thread for Gab's Army, my mentoring program. Here I'll help you with your guitar practice and routines to take your guitar playing to a new level.
Before we start, please share with me some extra info:
1. How long have you been playing guitar?
2. What level do you think you're? based on GMC lessons level.
3. What do you know about theory?
4. Favorite styles and musicians.
5. How many time a day can you dedicate to guitar?
Posted by: AyanG Jul 20 2015, 05:50 AM
Before we start, please share with me some extra info:
1. How long have you been playing guitar?
2. What level do you think you're? based on GMC lessons level.
3. What do you know about theory?
4. Favorite styles and musicians.
5. How many time a day can you dedicate to guitar?
Ok, my answers goes like this:
1.I have been playing guitar for 5 months
2.Compared to GMC lessons level,I am somewhere between level 2,3
3.Theory-I know note names,how major minor scales are formed......a vague idea about chords and relative chords(major minors only),arpeggios,pentatonics and little bit modes.So,I just want to have a strong grasp on the things on which I have a vague idea on and also a thing that I want to learn is memorising the fretboard and ear training.
4.Fav musicians-My first motivation was John Petrucci,then there was Al Di Meola, Eric Johnson,Buckethead,blues guitarists like BB King,Eric Clapton,David Gilmour,rocker Slash,guys like Guthrie Govan(huge inspiration),Thomas Youngblood,Alexi Laiho,Jeff Loomis,Synyster Gates,Chris Broderick,Alex Skolnick,Mark Tremonti,Nuno Bettencourt,Marty Friedman,Rhandy Rhodes,Tomy Iommi.But one guy who has been my biggest motivation is Joe Satriani .I just savour every aspect of his playing and I wish I could grasp 10 percent of his dynamics.
Genres-Heavy metal,Blues,Symphonic Metal,Rock.
4.On weekdays,I can dedicate 1 to 1.5 hours of playing.And more on weekends.
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Jul 20 2015, 02:50 PM
Hi mate, thanks for the information, it's clear and helpful to start working here. Joe Satriani has been a big influence on me as a musicians. I could see him live when I was around 13 years old and he blown my mind. In those days I was only able to play rhythm songs and some simple pentatonic solos, but he opened a new dimension for me... 
During this first week, my suggestion is to work on this two lessons:
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/Picking-Hand-Basics/
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/neoclassical_solo_for_beginners/
Work on this two lessons in paralel. Divide your time in two blocks and share a video of your progress here in 1 week. Ok?
Posted by: AyanG Jul 20 2015, 04:53 PM
During this first week, my suggestion is to work on this two lessons:
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/Picking-Hand-Basics/
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/neoclassical_solo_for_beginners/
Work on this two lessons in paralel. Divide your time in two blocks and share a video of your progress here in 1 week. Ok?
Hi Gab,
Thanks for the lessons.One thing i would like to know is how to divide time in two blocks?and is it necessary to buy any pedals,because Emir and Ben are sounding terribly awsome.And I have only a guitar and an amp,a DI box to record.Thanks.
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Jul 21 2015, 03:01 PM
Thanks for the lessons.One thing i would like to know is how to divide time in two blocks?and is it necessary to buy any pedals,because Emir and Ben are sounding terribly awsome.And I have only a guitar and an amp,a DI box to record.Thanks.
Hi mate, about the blocks. Let's say that you have 1 hour and a half for practice. The idea is that you organize your time like this:
10 minutes - Warming up (https://youtu.be/1XsLRQFV7rY)
30 minutes - Picking lesson
5 minutes - Rest
30 minutes - Neoclassical lesson
If you have more time, you can repeat the routine.
About your tone. If you have a multitrack like Reaper, you could use Poulin plug ins which are free and sound fantatic.
If not, let me ask, what amp do you have?
Posted by: AyanG Jul 21 2015, 04:04 PM
10 minutes - Warming up (https://youtu.be/1XsLRQFV7rY)
30 minutes - Picking lesson
5 minutes - Rest
30 minutes - Neoclassical lesson
If you have more time, you can repeat the routine.
About your tone. If you have a multitrack like Reaper, you could use Poulin plug ins which are free and sound fantatic.
If not, let me ask, what amp do you have?
10 minutes - Warming up (https://youtu.be/1XsLRQFV7rY)
30 minutes - Picking lesson
5 minutes - Rest
30 minutes - Neoclassical lesson
If you have more time, you can repeat the routine.
About your tone. If you have a multitrack like Reaper, you could use Poulin plug ins which are free and sound fantatic.
If not, let me ask, what amp do you have?
Hi Gab,thanks a lot for the explanation.Yea I have Reaper x64......and the amp that I have is a Zar e-guitar amp.....thats I guess is not much good.
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Jul 21 2015, 06:37 PM
Check this thread:
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=52512
Posted by: AyanG Jul 21 2015, 07:30 PM
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=52512
Hi thanks for sharing......one other thing that I would like to know is whats your prefference on picks and their sizes for rhythm and lead playing.....
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Jul 21 2015, 07:43 PM
My favorite is dunlop 1.5 mm. It's great for fast picking and metal playing. This is a very personal choice but I prefer avoid thin picks since these are too flexible and make consistent playing more difficult.
Posted by: AyanG Jul 21 2015, 08:05 PM
I was planning to but the Joe Sat Chrome Dome picks.....can you provide any review about that?
Posted by: AyanG Jul 22 2015, 11:03 AM
Hi,Just wanted to check with you on one thing on Emir Hot's neoclassical lesson is that since I dont have much grasp on theories so,shall I play it as an exercise only.....or do I have to learn the whys and hows and whats being played?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Jul 22 2015, 03:01 PM
It's always good to pay attention to the theory behind the lessons. Based on the list of things that you said you already know, you should be able to understand the concepts behind the lessons.
Basically you should pay attention to:
- The tonality
- The chord progression
- The scale used for the solo
In parallel with this works, you could read some articles from here every week: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=47852
and ask me every time you need help with a concept.
We will cover improvisation and composition in this program but reading that will set the the roots.
Posted by: AyanG Jul 22 2015, 03:18 PM
Basically you should pay attention to:
- The tonality
- The chord progression
- The scale used for the solo
In parallel with this works, you could read some articles from here every week: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=47852
and ask me every time you need help with a concept.
We will cover improvisation and composition in this program but reading that will set the the roots.
I dont know about the diminished chords,and how a chord progression goes in a scale......can you help me understanding that?and also what is meant by tonality.....
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Jul 22 2015, 03:35 PM
When harmonizing a scale you get the chords that belong to the tonality of that scale. So the first thing you need to know from a backing or song is the key:
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=3160
About diminished, this lesson will help: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/Diminished-Responsibility/
and this article: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=49227
Posted by: AyanG Jul 22 2015, 03:37 PM
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=3160
About diminished, this lesson will help: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/Diminished-Responsibility/
and this article: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=49227
Thanks a lot.....will come back to you,if any queries come up
Posted by: AyanG Jul 22 2015, 04:21 PM
Hi,what is the best way to learn scales in music.....I know how major and minor scale is formed(the whole step,half step concept).....is it better to understand it through modes?If yes kindly provide me some tutorials on the same....
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Jul 23 2015, 02:37 PM
Hi Ayan!
The major scale is the root of all the modes, so if you know the theory behind it and how to play it on guitar, you're ready to start exploring modes. Once you know the Major Scale, is easy to get the relative minor. Besides this two, you should learn Pentatonic scales.
With those 4 scales (major, minor, major pentatonic, minor pentatonic) you should start practicing and improvising, There is a lot to do with them. Once you are comfortable with the shapes and the sound of each notes over different chord progressions, you can start adding:
Triads
Arpeggios
and slowly with modes. Mixolydian, Dorian, Lydian, etc.
You could even do a lot just with Pentatonics....
Let me share two important links. The first one is a link to my improvisation course.
Improvisation course: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=42832&view=findpost&p=699881
The second is an interesting video about modes.
Posted by: AyanG Jul 23 2015, 03:16 PM
The major scale is the root of all the modes, so if you know the theory behind it and how to play it on guitar, you're ready to start exploring modes. Once you know the Major Scale, is easy to get the relative minor. Besides this two, you should learn Pentatonic scales.
With those 4 scales (major, minor, major pentatonic, minor pentatonic) you should start practicing and improvising, There is a lot to do with them. Once you are comfortable with the shapes and the sound of each notes over different chord progressions, you can start adding:
Triads
Arpeggios
and slowly with modes. Mixolydian, Dorian, Lydian, etc.
You could even do a lot just with Pentatonics....
Let me share two important links. The first one is a link to my improvisation course.
Improvisation course: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=42832&view=findpost&p=699881
The second is an interesting video about modes.
Thanks a lot master!!!
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Jul 23 2015, 03:32 PM
Posted by: AyanG Jul 23 2015, 03:38 PM
I think I need to learn my basics before doing the neoclassical exercise so that I can grasp the concept behind it.......
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Jul 24 2015, 01:42 PM
Well, you can even learn to play the lesson to work on technique aspects. The idea is to polish picking and vibrato. But if you preffer to avoid playing stuff that you don't understand we can go for this lesson: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/solo-guitar/pentatonic-licks-beginner/
Posted by: AyanG Jul 24 2015, 02:49 PM
Hi Gab,
How are you?....can you structure a weekly lesson for me that will start from absolute basics....I want to relearn the entire thing from scratch....and provide you weekly recs...
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Jul 25 2015, 04:20 PM
Ok! Here we go!
Week #1:
Warming up (10 minutes)
https://youtu.be/1XsLRQFV7rY
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=42825
Technique work: (40 minutes)
Alternate picking: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/Picking-Hand-Basics/
Legato: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/Bens-Land-Of-Legato/
Theory work: (30 minutes)
Module 1: Major Scales
1. http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=42832&view=findpost&p=694411
Use the scale over a backing track in major scale, and share your improvisations here.
Posted by: AyanG Jul 25 2015, 07:23 PM
Week #1:
Warming up (10 minutes)
https://youtu.be/1XsLRQFV7rY
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=42825
Technique work: (40 minutes)
Alternate picking: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/Picking-Hand-Basics/
Legato: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/Bens-Land-Of-Legato/
Theory work: (30 minutes)
Module 1: Major Scales
1. http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=42832&view=findpost&p=694411
Use the scale over a backing track in major scale, and share your improvisations here.
Master......thanks a lot....how GMC and specially you are helping me is commendable!!!!thanks a lot!!!!
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Jul 26 2015, 07:42 PM
Great to know it! Please keep me updated about your progress during the week and share audio or video in aroung 7/10 days to let me check your status to start the second routine.
Keep on the hard work.
Posted by: AyanG Aug 29 2015, 01:54 PM
Keep on the hard work.
Hi,Gab
I have gone through the entire major scale workout that you gave me.But while improvising I am getting stuck.I have memorised the patterns of the scales but whenever I am trying to solo over them I am feeling stuck on notes.Since the note names are not memorised on the fretboard so I had to search for the notes of the scale to connect the scales.How should I work on this.Thanks.
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Aug 29 2015, 02:18 PM
I have gone through the entire major scale workout that you gave me.But while improvising I am getting stuck.I have memorised the patterns of the scales but whenever I am trying to solo over them I am feeling stuck on notes.Since the note names are not memorised on the fretboard so I had to search for the notes of the scale to connect the scales.How should I work on this.Thanks.
Hi mate,
If you have worked on the whole lesson, you will be able to play 5 shapes of major scale but also some arpeggios. The workout that you have to do now is start improvising with Arpeggios over the backing track, following the chords with each arpeggio and trying to visualize the scale around it. Then, as soon as you can follow the chords with the arpeggios, start using the other scale tones to connect the arpeggio notes. This will slowly help you to design your own phrases.
Try it and let me know how it feels.
Posted by: AyanG Aug 29 2015, 04:17 PM
If you have worked on the whole lesson, you will be able to play 5 shapes of major scale but also some arpeggios. The workout that you have to do now is start improvising with Arpeggios over the backing track, following the chords with each arpeggio and trying to visualize the scale around it. Then, as soon as you can follow the chords with the arpeggios, start using the other scale tones to connect the arpeggio notes. This will slowly help you to design your own phrases.
Try it and let me know how it feels.
What is your take on memorising fret board.
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Aug 30 2015, 10:10 PM
At first, I mostly memorized the lower strings and get the others by relationship with them. If you know where E, G, A and B are on string 6th, and where A, C, D, E, G are on 5th string, you can then find the other ones really fast by finding its octaves, using the intervals shapes. And you can also find the notes in between very fast.
Does this make sense?
Posted by: AyanG Sep 1 2015, 09:09 AM
Hi Gab,
I am trying to record my playing in my laptop.I have got a DI box that I am using.My probem is that I am unable to recoed my instrument in Reaper x64.The steps that I have taken for recording are:
1.Connecting guitar to DI channel1 input
2.DI channel1 output is connected to laptop
3.Then in Reaper I have inserted a track.
4.I have clicked on FX button to add a LePou Hybrid Full stack plugin
5.In the Lepou I have loaded a vst preset.
6.In the track I have switched on Monitoring and also clicked on Record Armed
7.Then when I am clicking on record and the play button,and I am starting to play,nothing is getting recorded.
Kindly help.
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Sep 1 2015, 01:24 PM
Hi mate, when playing, can you see the meter moving, so you are sure the signal is being received by Reaper? When monitoring, can you hear your guitar?
Here are some important settings to do before recording: https://youtu.be/3tL3LI3AK5A
Posted by: AyanG Sep 1 2015, 07:35 PM
Here are some important settings to do before recording: https://youtu.be/3tL3LI3AK5A
Hi Gab,
Thanks.I will look into it.And will ask you if I have any further queries.
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Sep 2 2015, 04:23 PM
Ok!
Posted by: AyanG Sep 4 2015, 07:54 PM
Hi Gab,
I have connected my guitar to laptop using a DI box.I have changed my driver in prefferences to ASIO from my system driver.I have armed the track and also set the monitoring ON.But still the reaper is not detecting any recording.
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Sep 5 2015, 12:04 AM
That's weird mate. Have your tried setting the audio recording settings from windows to see if your soundcard input are working?
Posted by: AyanG Sep 9 2015, 10:39 AM
Hi,
Today I started doing a solo on my own over the backing track.I was using the arpeggio shapes over the G major scale.I followed the G-D-C-D chord progression with the G-D-C-D arpeggios only at first.Then I connected the the scale notes with arpeggios notes.But this time I felt a bit constricted with soloing.The reason being I was unable to freely connect the scale notes with the arpeggio shapes and the solo was feeling very monotonous or same patterned although I tried quite a few no.of times.How to work on this?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Sep 9 2015, 03:07 PM
Hi mate, let's see if Joe gives you any cool ideas on this:
Posted by: AyanG Sep 16 2015, 03:05 PM
The link to the youtube vid:
https://youtu.be/wkn3WKrZmzg
Hi Gab,
I have recorded the alternate picking exercise.I have done it using my cell phone camera.The reason being I am still working on my Reaper to make it work.So,the vid quality and sound quality didnt come well.Besides in between you may also here my phone notification sound.But,its audible enough to get heard I gues.So,do check the above the link and post the feedback.
Thanks,
AyanG
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Sep 17 2015, 01:47 PM
Hi Ayan, good job with this lesson! The video quality is ok to let me check your status.
There are just some details to have in mind during the next days of practice. The first one is that the first 8th notes could be tighter, concentrate on timing on the first section.
The second thing that I note is that your dynamics are not consistent. The intensity of your picking is not regular and is not going with the backing. The 8th notes sound better while the 16th notes tend to sound much quieter. When playing 8th notes, you should slightly accentuate the first of each 2 notes. When playing 16th notes you should accentuate the first of each group of four. Listen to your take and you'll note that this accentuation isn't clear and that the 16th notes are played softer.
Keep on the good job!
Posted by: AyanG Sep 17 2015, 03:21 PM
There are just some details to have in mind during the next days of practice. The first one is that the first 8th notes could be tighter, concentrate on timing on the first section.
The second thing that I note is that your dynamics are not consistent. The intensity of your picking is not regular and is not going with the backing. The 8th notes sound better while the 16th notes tend to sound much quieter. When playing 8th notes, you should slightly accentuate the first of each 2 notes. When playing 16th notes you should accentuate the first of each group of four. Listen to your take and you'll note that this accentuation isn't clear and that the 16th notes are played softer.
Keep on the good job!
Hi,
Thanks for the feedback.While I was playing the 8th notes I was using the pick parallel to the string(my normal picking).And,in the 16th note I used the pick at an angle of around 45deg to the string,so that there is less pick area hitting the string which helped in fast picking.It was a bit hard to balance the accents,that I too felt.Will look about it in my further sittings.
Posted by: AyanG Sep 18 2015, 11:35 AM
There are just some details to have in mind during the next days of practice. The first one is that the first 8th notes could be tighter, concentrate on timing on the first section.
The second thing that I note is that your dynamics are not consistent. The intensity of your picking is not regular and is not going with the backing. The 8th notes sound better while the 16th notes tend to sound much quieter. When playing 8th notes, you should slightly accentuate the first of each 2 notes. When playing 16th notes you should accentuate the first of each group of four. Listen to your take and you'll note that this accentuation isn't clear and that the 16th notes are played softer.
Keep on the good job!
Hi Gab,
Is there any lesson to improve the picking dynamics?As you said,my picking was inconsistent.So I want to focus on my right hand picking dynamics and synchronisation with my left hand.
Thanks
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Sep 18 2015, 01:08 PM
Hi mate! Ben shared a cool thread about this topic http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=54944.
About lessons, these are two based on this topic:
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/Blues-Dynamics/
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/writing_a_solo_dynamics/
Posted by: AyanG Sep 18 2015, 07:59 PM
About lessons, these are two based on this topic:
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/Blues-Dynamics/
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/writing_a_solo_dynamics/
Hi Gab,
I am really intrigued about your guitar tones.I have a guitar and an amp.I want to make great tones.Do I have to buy a processor or individual pedals will be good?And which one to buy if any?Thanks
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Sep 19 2015, 04:18 PM
Hi mate, I'm using some free plug ins for my lessons, please check this thread:
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=52512
and let me know if you have any question.
Posted by: AyanG Sep 19 2015, 04:30 PM
Hi,
Thanks for sharing.Are these plugins used only during recording in PC?And when you play live,what do you use?pedals or processors?
Posted by: AyanG Sep 21 2015, 01:07 PM
Is it good to buy an audio interface and if yes.....what will be better between Line 6 Pod UX 2 and Focusrite 2i2?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Sep 21 2015, 01:48 PM
Hi Ayan,
When playing live I use a Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier with a Marshall 1960 cabinet. I also use many pedals that I keep on updating. My current pedalboard includes Ernie Ball Volume, Wah wah bad horsie II, some Joyo ironman (huskie Drive, Quattro, Space Verb), Fender Tuner, Boss CE-5, Visual Sound Jekyll & Hide.
About the interfaces, Focusrite is a better choice because it has better preamps and converters.
Posted by: AyanG Sep 21 2015, 03:53 PM
When playing live I use a Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier with a Marshall 1960 cabinet. I also use many pedals that I keep on updating. My current pedalboard includes Ernie Ball Volume, Wah wah bad horsie II, some Joyo ironman (huskie Drive, Quattro, Space Verb), Fender Tuner, Boss CE-5, Visual Sound Jekyll & Hide.
About the interfaces, Focusrite is a better choice because it has better preamps and converters.
Hi hab,
I don't have knowledge on preamp and convertors.Can you share some knowledge on the whole thing
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Sep 21 2015, 04:00 PM
I don't have knowledge on preamp and convertors.Can you share some knowledge on the whole thing
Hi Ayan,
this is very technical stuff but to have an idea, preamps take your guitar or mic signal and increase it to the appropriate level to recording, converter is the part of the interface that takes your analog signal (guitar in) and converts it to digital to transpose and record it to your computer. This are the two most important things that a sound interface does so the better the preamp and converter are, the better your soundcard is, and usually the more expensive it gets.
Posted by: AyanG Sep 21 2015, 04:32 PM
this is very technical stuff but to have an idea, preamps take your guitar or mic signal and increase it to the appropriate level to recording, converter is the part of the interface that takes your analog signal (guitar in) and converts it to digital to transpose and record it to your computer. This are the two most important things that a sound interface does so the better the preamp and converter are, the better your soundcard is, and usually the more expensive it gets.
Ok, I got you.My goal is to record my playing with effects that you have shared.What I want to know is shall I buy an audio interface?Besides my Reaper is not sensing any guitar,and I am not finding any reason.I guess a audio interface may able to solve the issue.
Posted by: AyanG Sep 21 2015, 05:36 PM
Hi,
It would be great if you let me know by today.I am planning to buy it by tommorw
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Sep 22 2015, 01:54 PM
yes, getting that sound interface is the best you can do to start recording. You'll never regret it.
About recording guitar without it, you should install asio4all driver, and set the input of your current soundcard on Reaper.
Posted by: AyanG Sep 22 2015, 08:02 PM
Hi coach,
Please share with me some bands that have been a great inspiration in your life....would like to hear them out.
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Sep 23 2015, 02:36 PM
Hi mate! This is such a difficult task! I'm a music fanatic so I'm listening to new music every day. I'll share some albums that had a big impact in my early years as a person and then as a musician.
Queen - Greatest hit II ( I remember wasting this cassette)
Gun's and Roses - Use Your Illusion I
Ramones - Mondo Bizarro
Rolling Stones - Sticky Fingers
Metallica - Black Album
Nirvana - Nevermind
Iron Maiden - Somewhere in time
Joe Satriani - Surfing with the alien
Steve Vai - Passion & Warfare
Yngwie Malmsteen - Rising Force
Dream Theater - Scenes from a memory
RHCP - Californication
Incubus - Morning view
Jane's Addiction - Strays
NIN - With Teeth
A Perfect Circle - Mer de noms
I think that now you have an idea... 
Posted by: AyanG Sep 23 2015, 03:24 PM
Queen - Greatest hit II ( I remember wasting this cassette)
Gun's and Roses - Use Your Illusion I
Ramones - Mondo Bizarro
Rolling Stones - Sticky Fingers
Metallica - Black Album
Nirvana - Nevermind
Iron Maiden - Somewhere in time
Joe Satriani - Surfing with the alien
Steve Vai - Passion & Warfare
Yngwie Malmsteen - Rising Force
Dream Theater - Scenes from a memory
RHCP - Californication
Incubus - Morning view
Jane's Addiction - Strays
NIN - With Teeth
A Perfect Circle - Mer de noms
I think that now you have an idea...
Woho....thanks señor!I like the fact that you have a taste for a varied genre of music.....some people likes a particular genre of music....like neoclassical only or blues only or thrash only.....but the great musicians over the world be it Joe satriani to steve vai to john petrucci(oops thats the names I like
)have told to listen to all kind of genres to open your world of listening.......I guess you have some favourite books as well....do share with me....
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Sep 24 2015, 03:31 PM
Sure! And you would be surprised of how wide my music tastes are. Here I shared the albums that had important impact on me, but I love all kind of albums, and music, from classical, to jazz and even pop. I honestly don't focus on labels, I focus on songs and feeling.
About books, I've read a lot at the university, sometimes complete, while other times some chapters. A lot of great stuff that now I don't remember. Here are some that come to mind now:
- Lord of the rings I, II & III.
- Jimi Hendrix by Charles Cross
- The Music Lesson by Victor Wooten
- Effortless Mastery by Kenny Werner
- 1984 by George Orwell
- Punk, the young death by Juan Carlos Kreimer
- The Power of the myth by Joseph Campbell
- Free Play by Stephen Nachmanovich
- Zen Guitar
Posted by: AyanG Sep 24 2015, 04:43 PM
Hey,
I was planning to buy a guitar.....although I have a tight budget.....and it would be around 250 to 300 dollar......can you suggest me some good ones in the range.........
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Sep 24 2015, 04:49 PM
First decision is:
Les Paul style
Strato style
Telecaster style
Shred guitar
What is your idea?
Posted by: AyanG Sep 24 2015, 05:07 PM
Les Paul style
Strato style
Telecaster style
Shred guitar
What is your idea?
Shred....ofcourse also versatile......like Joe Satriani or Guthrie govan
......would also like to know from you.....what are the exact things to checkout before buying a guitar from the store?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Sep 25 2015, 02:26 PM
......would also like to know from you.....what are the exact things to checkout before buying a guitar from the store?Well, so you should go for one of there brands:
Ibanez
Schecter
PRS
You need to go to the store and try all the guitars at your price range, and check how they feel in your hands. They must be comfortable, the strings should be close to the neck (low action), the must keep in tune playing open strings and also playing on fret 12. And the sound must be cool to your ears, no noise, balanced EQ. Some of these things can be noted by comparison so compare many guitars at that range and then pick up a good expensive guitar and notice what are the differences, this will give you a clearer view on what are the things that make a guitar really good.
Posted by: AyanG Sep 27 2015, 06:13 PM
Hey Gab,can you share some lessons to control unwanted string noise fro left hand?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Sep 28 2015, 01:38 PM
Hi Ayang,
Most of the lessons based on legato are good to train this topic. There are no lesson specifically for this issue but that's because most of the lesson require working on this. There are some that I consider good to focus on muting:
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/legato_and_picking_beginner/
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/legato_and_picking_intermediate/
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/Bens-Land-Of-Legato/
Posted by: AyanG Oct 6 2015, 02:32 PM
Hey Gab,
As I was practicing on the major scales lesson of yours.....i was thinking whether or not to practice the 5 positions(CAGED) of major scale on different roots throughout the fretboard......other than C only......and even the arpeggios based on the G major scale,whether to practice for other roots?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Oct 6 2015, 03:02 PM
As I was practicing on the major scales lesson of yours.....i was thinking whether or not to practice the 5 positions(CAGED) of major scale on different roots throughout the fretboard......other than C only......and even the arpeggios based on the G major scale,whether to practice for other roots?
Hi Ayan! Yes! It's the best you can do to master scales, practice on all 12 keys to be sure that you can join every jam and improvise over any backing track.
Posted by: AyanG Oct 6 2015, 08:40 PM
Hi master,
For quite a few days while practicing I was feeling anxious......I feel motivated to take up the guitar once I see some shredders ripping off,playing melodic solos....but when I start practicing it seems that what I am expecting to be is in distant future....I know the guitar players whom we admire are today admirable coz they have put in their hardwork for many years.....but how to stay motivated when things seems pretty monotonous?How to keep on with the focus of playing in a concentrated manner,inspite of taking up the guitar and playing this and that and after a few days finding out nothing has improved?
Thanks
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Oct 7 2015, 01:13 PM
Hi Ayan, what about setting goals on playing songs and using exercises only to help you to master these songs? At first you could work on cover songs, and then you could switch to your own compositions. I think that it's the best way to stay motivated. However, it's very important to be wise with the choices to avoid frustration.
At the same time, GMC lessons are like short songs so musical lesson can be an option.
Please tell me what you think.
Posted by: AyanG Oct 7 2015, 01:34 PM
At the same time, GMC lessons are like short songs so musical lesson can be an option.
Please tell me what you think.
That's a very cool way....but how can I make up a practice routine with songs....ie.as I am working on major scales,how can I make up a routine with that? Thanks
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Oct 7 2015, 01:49 PM
Well, we have to explore and search for songs that you like, that are close to your guitar level and that applies these concepts. This is not totally easy to find, but here I am to help with the search.
Write down some artists or bands that you'd like to cover, and if possible a list of songs.
Posted by: AyanG Oct 7 2015, 02:54 PM
Write down some artists or bands that you'd like to cover, and if possible a list of songs.
Hi gab,
Thanks for helping.I would like to cover Joe satriani,John petrucci,Marty Friedman,Chris broderick power metal bands like kamelot,nightwish,avantasia....songs I won't be able to name probably...because there are many and I think all of them seems beyond my present level of playing...
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Oct 8 2015, 03:36 PM
Well, here I have an idea:
This song could be a good excuse to practice. What do you think?
Posted by: AyanG Oct 8 2015, 03:48 PM
This song could be a good excuse to practice. What do you think?
Woh ..... thats awesome....superb!but how do u want me to practice this song?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Oct 8 2015, 04:03 PM
You could start learning the first 30 seconds, and practice it. If you use youtube, you'll find tutorials and backing tracks to do it. Learn the part, record yourself in 5 days and share your video here.
What do you think?
Posted by: AyanG Oct 8 2015, 04:13 PM
What do you think?
Umm....thats a great idea....thanks
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Oct 9 2015, 01:45 PM
Great! Please keep me updated.
Posted by: AyanG Oct 9 2015, 11:21 PM
Hey Gab,
Is Emaj 7th add 6th is same as Emaj 13th? According to my calculation:
Emaj 7th add 6th= Emaj ( E G# B ) + 7th (D#) + 6th(C#) and
Emaj 13th = Emaj(E G# B ) + 7th(D#) + 9th(F#) + 11th(A) + 13th(C#)....... so they are not the same .....
did I do any mistake in my calculation?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Oct 12 2015, 12:10 AM
When playing Emaj 13th, you don't necessarily need to play the 9th and 11th so both can be the same chord depending on how many notes you play. These chords are from the same family which is dominant, so can be considered the same because they have the same function, and the addition of extensions only gives different flavors.
Posted by: AyanG Dec 5 2015, 08:16 PM
hey Gab,
How are you....i was long outside home....with lots of work related pressure and without a guitar....would like to start afresh....kindly share a new curriculum for me......was out of touch with guitar with very long time.Thanks
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Dec 6 2015, 09:12 PM
Hi Ayang! Welcome back!
Have you started practicing again? What did you play? Any videos to check?
Also, what are your next guitar goals?
Posted by: AyanG Dec 7 2015, 11:04 AM
Have you started practicing again? What did you play? Any videos to check?
Also, what are your next guitar goals?
I have started with the picking hand basics lesson by Ben Higgins.Now,the goals are to get warmed up with the left and right hand and to get them in sync.....and also starting with chords and scales practicing.
Thanks and regards.
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Dec 7 2015, 03:11 PM
Good choice, let's go for it, and maybe one of the legato lessons that I've recommended on this thread. Work on them for 1 week and share a video here to let me check your progress. Ok?
Posted by: AyanG Dec 7 2015, 03:25 PM
Hi,
The legato lesson of Ben you are saying?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Dec 7 2015, 03:49 PM
One of these: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=54695&view=findpost&p=719223
Posted by: AyanG Dec 7 2015, 04:05 PM
Thanks
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Dec 8 2015, 02:41 PM
Posted by: AyanG Mar 7 2016, 05:40 PM
Hi Gab,
Yeah we can connect over here.....so how are we gonna start this time?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Mar 8 2016, 02:14 PM
What are you currently practicing and what's the status?
Posted by: AyanG Mar 8 2016, 05:06 PM
I have worked C,G,D,B major scale,their relative minor and harmonic minor in open position.
Posted by: AyanG Mar 8 2016, 08:49 PM
So how are we going to work this time?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Mar 9 2016, 02:29 PM
Hi Ayan, we need to re structure your practice. But before that I'd like to as some questions.
How much time each day can you practice?
Have you been working on the lessons that I've shared on this thread? Do you have any new videos?
What are your current goals?
Posted by: AyanG Mar 9 2016, 04:55 PM
How much time each day can you practice?
Have you been working on the lessons that I've shared on this thread? Do you have any new videos?
What are your current goals?
Hi Gab,
To answer ur question - Firstly I can practice 30 to 45 min on weekdays and more on weekends right now.Regarding the lessons in the thread,I was away from my guitar for past couple of months due to job and so couldnot practice.My current goals are to learn from scratch,scales,chords and changes,dynamics and improvisation.Consider me as a baby who has just been born and wishes to run a marathon someday,winning or losing doesnt matter,just want to run his heart out.
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Mar 11 2016, 01:08 AM
Ok, as the first step I'd like to invite you to review this thread, check the theory stuff and ask me if you have any question about it. Check the lessons that I've suggested and choose 2 to work during this first week. Then, please share a video of you playing both. Deal?
Posted by: AyanG Mar 11 2016, 03:14 PM
Hi gab,
Shall I start with Ben's picking hand basics and Ben's inside outside picking?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Mar 11 2016, 03:23 PM
Sure! Both are great to start.
Posted by: AyanG Mar 11 2016, 03:42 PM
I want to learn scales and improvisation from basics and rhythm parts too
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Mar 11 2016, 08:31 PM
Have you seen my improvisation course?
Posted by: AyanG Mar 11 2016, 09:31 PM
Umm yes....i remember...that started with CAGED system?right?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Mar 12 2016, 09:25 PM
Yes! You can use it to work on improvisation, here you can find the program: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=42832&view=findpost&p=699881.
Posted by: AyanG Mar 13 2016, 07:30 AM
Hi Gab,
Just wanted to know isn't it required to learn the scales(major,minor etc) in all 5 box positions rather than a single position to get a more opening for improvisation?By position I mean the CAGED boxes...or shapes......
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Mar 13 2016, 08:30 PM
Sure! That's the way.
Posted by: AyanG Mar 13 2016, 09:22 PM
How to make up a routine in that way....can u share some tutorial on box position?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Mar 14 2016, 01:36 PM
If you follow the improvisation course you'll notice that the first week covers the two most popular shapes and then the following week covers the other 3 ones. Then, you'll find sequences and other stuff that will help you to get used to the different shapes.
Each shape can be learn by itself and then you can work on connecting them. The connection can be done vertically on 1 string or playing one shapes up and getting back down using the following.
Again, learning the Pentatonic scale in this way first will give you a good base and template to then incorporate the modes that are build adding 2 notes more.
Posted by: AyanG Mar 14 2016, 06:44 PM
Each shape can be learn by itself and then you can work on connecting them. The connection can be done vertically on 1 string or playing one shapes up and getting back down using the following.
Again, learning the Pentatonic scale in this way first will give you a good base and template to then incorporate the modes that are build adding 2 notes more.
So I am as of now working on:
1.Technical: Ben's basic picking
2.Improvisation: Week 1: 1st Lesson(CAGED system)
Good to go?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Mar 15 2016, 02:47 PM
yes! Please share videos in a few days to let me check your practice.
Posted by: AyanG Mar 19 2016, 09:38 AM
Hi Gab,
In Bens picking lesson i am facing challenge in the last part where there is a combination of 8th note and 16th note.....when I am playing at 120 bpm.My 16th note are lagging in some notes.Shall I work on it until it gets smooth or shall I work on a different 16th note specific exercise and then practice the Bens part?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Mar 20 2016, 07:28 PM
Is it possible to see a video of you playing the part at a tempo that you are comfortable?
Posted by: AyanG Apr 19 2016, 09:41 AM
Hi Gab,
would like to know....how long u practiced when u were starting with guitar?what music and guitarists motivated you?since u are so technically and musically sound.....i would suggest u to take on the carnatic style and make a video on that some day?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Apr 19 2016, 02:56 PM
Hi mate, thanks for your words. I think that it's a good idea! I'll do a video about it in the future.
However I'll give you some details here. I've started playing guitar when I was a little child. My favourite bands in those years where Guns and roses, Queen, Ramones, Rolling Stones, Nirvana among many others. I've always enjoyed songs over guitar solos. Inspired mostly by Slash I started playing on an old nylon guitar every day until my parents bought me my first electric guitar at the age of 11. With the pass of time, guitar started to become and addiction and I used to play guitar all day after school.
My inspiration was always evolving in any sense. I can see the map of my musical evolution during those years very clearly.
First goal: Learning to play like Rolling Stones, Ramones, Guns and roses.
Second goal: Iron Maiden, Judas Priest.
Third goal: Yngwie Malmsteen, Gilbert, Satriani, Vay and Power Metal Bands
Fourth goal: Dream Theater, Petrucci, and progressive classics.
Fifth goal: Learning harmony and composition. I become very interested on production and composition. I've started playing and analizying classical music as well as any other style (pop, fusion).
Sixth goal: Make my own band and achieve my dreams.
These items where the motivators that make me study a lot, analyse music, practice, going to university, private teachers and everything I've done.
I'm seen most as a guitarist here but I consider myself more a composer/producer who loves guitar. This is why I listen to every type of music.
Music is so inspiring and exciting!
Ok, I could be talking hours about all the things I've done. Imagine that I've been more than 20 years dedicating to music EVERY day, at least 3 hours... most of the days more hours...
Posted by: AyanG Apr 19 2016, 10:15 PM
However I'll give you some details here. I've started playing guitar when I was a little child. My favourite bands in those years where Guns and roses, Queen, Ramones, Rolling Stones, Nirvana among many others. I've always enjoyed songs over guitar solos. Inspired mostly by Slash I started playing on an old nylon guitar every day until my parents bought me my first electric guitar at the age of 11. With the pass of time, guitar started to become and addiction and I used to play guitar all day after school.
My inspiration was always evolving in any sense. I can see the map of my musical evolution during those years very clearly.
First goal: Learning to play like Rolling Stones, Ramones, Guns and roses.
Second goal: Iron Maiden, Judas Priest.
Third goal: Yngwie Malmsteen, Gilbert, Satriani, Vay and Power Metal Bands
Fourth goal: Dream Theater, Petrucci, and progressive classics.
Fifth goal: Learning harmony and composition. I become very interested on production and composition. I've started playing and analizying classical music as well as any other style (pop, fusion).
Sixth goal: Make my own band and achieve my dreams.
These items where the motivators that make me study a lot, analyse music, practice, going to university, private teachers and everything I've done.
I'm seen most as a guitarist here but I consider myself more a composer/producer who loves guitar. This is why I listen to every type of music.
Music is so inspiring and exciting!
Ok, I could be talking hours about all the things I've done. Imagine that I've been more than 20 years dedicating to music EVERY day, at least 3 hours... most of the days more hours...
Wow....that was an awesome read....when u were starting out...how did u approached playing....were u going through scales chords improvising or learning songs and understanding scales and chords by playing them?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Apr 20 2016, 02:22 PM
I started playing along my favourite songs using songbooks. At the age of 12/13, a blues rock teacher taught me the Pentatonic Scale and it was like magic! I could solo over every song. So I used to play over the songs all day, I played the chords but also jammed over them. I have done this for many years, learning songs, learning its progressions, analysing the key, scales, and jamming over them. This, combined with technique exercises have been my main approach to music and guitar...
When I got into more complex styles like progressive, tango, classical, blues jazz, and fusion, I had to study more about theory in order to understand what was happening. I'm still learning new things every day...
Posted by: AyanG Apr 20 2016, 05:46 PM
When I got into more complex styles like progressive, tango, classical, blues jazz, and fusion, I had to study more about theory in order to understand what was happening. I'm still learning new things every day...
Can I learn in the same way.....I feel its more inspiring....coz unless and until I play some songs based upon chords or a scale,it becomes a bit boring....but when a song is played it seems I can find how is it put to use....how the sound is when applied to a song....
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Apr 21 2016, 02:36 PM
Sure! You can! The tricky part nowadays is that there is too much information and student can get distracted too quickly. The secret is to go deep with each song and practice it every day for at least some months...
Posted by: AyanG Apr 21 2016, 09:53 PM
OK....can u share or devise a plan for me in that way....I want to give myself a few years to learn and make a foundation on guitar and music....and then will shift into a music career....
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Apr 22 2016, 02:06 PM
Sure! Please write here 10 of your favourite songs at the moment.
Posted by: AyanG Apr 22 2016, 07:05 PM
1.hotel california
2.sweet child o mine
3.still got the blues(gary moore)
4.hollow years(dream theater)
5.patience(guns n roses)
6.behind blue eyes
7.soldier of fortune
8.comfortably numb
9.smoke on the water
10.turn the page(metallica)
and by the way what do u think is a good way to learn guitar playing for an beginner to pro?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Apr 24 2016, 04:38 PM
Ok, that's a cool list. This could be your repertory and your whole practice could be based around these songs. We should group the songs by their difficulty to start with the easier ones. I remember learning simplified versions of my favourite songs when I was a beginner in order to play them no matter what. This was the trick to play every day at every time...
You can also start by learning songs without solos and only play those solos that are at your level. The trickier ones can be goals in which we will base the complementary exercises and lessons.
This is how I would organize the groups:
Easier:
behind blue eyes
patience(guns n roses)
comfortably numb
smoke on the water
turn the page(metallica)
More difficult:
hotel california
sweet child o mine
still got the blues(gary moore)
hollow years(dream theater)
soldier of fortune
You could start this week with two of the first group. Learn the songs, play along with backing tracks or real songs and share here a video to let me see what other exercises you should practice to master the songs.
At the same time, I'd like you to analyze the songs. You should write down the structure, the key, chord progressions (grades), scale used, and details about overall arrangement and production.
Any question?
Posted by: AyanG Apr 24 2016, 04:59 PM
You can also start by learning songs without solos and only play those solos that are at your level. The trickier ones can be goals in which we will base the complementary exercises and lessons.
This is how I would organize the groups:
Easier:
behind blue eyes
patience(guns n roses)
comfortably numb
smoke on the water
turn the page(metallica)
More difficult:
hotel california
sweet child o mine
still got the blues(gary moore)
hollow years(dream theater)
soldier of fortune
You could start this week with two of the first group. Learn the songs, play along with backing tracks or real songs and share here a video to let me see what other exercises you should practice to master the songs.
At the same time, I'd like you to analyze the songs. You should write down the structure, the key, chord progressions (grades), scale used, and details about overall arrangement and production.
Any question?
Wow....thanks.....will start doing as u say......I didn't understood what is structure and what u meant by overall arrngmnt and prductn?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Apr 25 2016, 05:29 AM
Structure refers to identify the parts of a song: intro, verse, pre-chorus, chorus, verse 2, bridge, solo section, instrumental section, etc.
Arrangements refers to what the instruments are doing.
Posted by: AyanG May 27 2016, 11:13 PM
Arrangements refers to what the instruments are doing.
Hi Gab,
I started with songs but in some parts the chords came up that I didnot know and also scales.So I think its better I start with some lessons and once I complete them I will do some songs based on the lessons.What say?Please share one or 2 beginner lesson to start with
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi May 28 2016, 05:20 PM
Hi mate,
here I am to help you. Please share what you got and then I'll help you to complete the analysis and how to continue... It's totally GREAT to find scales and chords that you don't know in those songs... that's what we are looking for...
Posted by: AyanG Jun 4 2016, 07:16 PM
here I am to help you. Please share what you got and then I'll help you to complete the analysis and how to continue... It's totally GREAT to find scales and chords that you don't know in those songs... that's what we are looking for...
Hi Gab,
I am getting confused with what to learn and how to learn given there are such a daunting amount of materials and ways to learn guitar.Kindly share a better path for me so that I can grow and learn stuff in a proper structured way like scales and chords and arpeggios and modes,else I will again fall in the maze.I have the habit of searching for lessons and ways to learn more rather than sitting and playing stuff and I would like to admit this problem of mine with you.kindly help me create a structured daily or weekly plan so that I can learn the most out of a chunk of time.
Thanks
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Jun 5 2016, 05:57 PM
Hi Ayan! Sure! I know that it's difficult to stay focused with so many stuff out there but it's very important to follow a plan in order to see real results in our playing.
In order to have a complete coverage of music and guitar we should focus on 3 directions (which are obviously related):
Guitar Technique
Harmony & Theory
How much time do you have for practice?
Posted by: AyanG Jun 5 2016, 06:26 PM
In order to have a complete coverage of music and guitar we should focus on 3 directions (which are obviously related):
Guitar Technique
Harmony & Theory
How much time do you have for practice?
I can practice for 20 to 30 mins everyday or on alternate days as of now.Gradually will increase the time.
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Jun 7 2016, 01:21 AM
Hi mate,
I've been reviewing our thread and I think that we need to continue from https://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=54695&view=findpost&p=715808
That's the first step, can we consider it done in order to start Week#2?
Posted by: AyanG Jun 8 2016, 11:16 PM
I've been reviewing our thread and I think that we need to continue from https://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=54695&view=findpost&p=715808
That's the first step, can we consider it done in order to start Week#2?
Hi Gab,
can u share a different alternate picking exercise,coz i have been practicing for quiet a long time with this so in a way was planning to work on a new one.Is it good to go with the below one?
https://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/legato_and_picking_beginner/
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Jun 9 2016, 03:38 PM
Week #2:
Warming up (10 minutes)
https://youtu.be/1XsLRQFV7rY
https://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/Warming-Up-And-Finger-Fitness/ (at a comfortable tempo)
Technique work (40 minutes)
Alternate picking & legato: https://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/legato_and_picking_beginner/
Bending: https://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/Beginner-Bending-Workout/
Theory work (30 minutes)
https://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=42832&view=findpost&p=694891
Share your improvisations here.
Posted by: AyanG Jun 11 2016, 11:38 PM
Warming up (10 minutes)
https://youtu.be/1XsLRQFV7rY
https://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/Warming-Up-And-Finger-Fitness/ (at a comfortable tempo)
Technique work (40 minutes)
Alternate picking & legato: https://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/legato_and_picking_beginner/
Bending: https://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/Beginner-Bending-Workout/
Theory work (30 minutes)
https://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=42832&view=findpost&p=694891
Share your improvisations here.
Hey Gab,
Due to pressed time I have planned to work on one lesson a week.So which among all u shared shall I start with?,
Guido's warm up lesson seems a bit complex as of now.I checked one: https://www.guitarmasterclass.net/solo-guitar/warming-up-with-marcus-siepen/
Shall I take on this one?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Jun 13 2016, 12:10 AM
Hi Ayang, you can do the warm up some minutes and one of the two lessons from the technique section. You can choose the one that you prefer.
About the warming up lesson, sure! We can go for that one. I know that the other one is trickier but as it's a warming up, my idea is that you play it at your comfortable tempo, not at the normal tempo.
Posted by: AyanG Jun 13 2016, 05:42 PM
About the warming up lesson, sure! We can go for that one. I know that the other one is trickier but as it's a warming up, my idea is that you play it at your comfortable tempo, not at the normal tempo.
Thanks for the feedback.
For the theory part:
I will continue the week 1,the major scale as I need to go through the diatonic sequences and the arpeggio shapes before moving 2 week 2.I would like to know if u can share some tips for improvising with the major scale as it seems a bit redundant when I try to do it on my own.
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Jun 14 2016, 02:08 PM
Hi Ayan,
If you are only using the workout backings, I recommend to start experimenting with other backing tracks that are in major but that include more chords. It will refresh your soloing...
here are some tips:
- Using different embellishments like sliding, legato, bending, and vibrato can make melodies sound more interesting and different.
- Try different rhythms and note duration. Use staccato.
- Try creating short phrases using 3 notes or 4 notes separated by a silence.
- Combine Pentatonic major with major scale for soloing. You'll get different kind of lines.
- Use string skipping for melodies.
- Start a phrase with a 6th interval.
- Play horizontally: Learn the scale in one string and try to create melodies thinking on the scale more horizontally thatn vertically. You'll get more vocal type phrases.
- You don't have to learn this one but check out how Guido develops a melody here: https://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/Developing-a-melody/
Posted by: AyanG Jun 16 2016, 04:06 PM
If you are only using the workout backings, I recommend to start experimenting with other backing tracks that are in major but that include more chords. It will refresh your soloing...
here are some tips:
- Using different embellishments like sliding, legato, bending, and vibrato can make melodies sound more interesting and different.
- Try different rhythms and note duration. Use staccato.
- Try creating short phrases using 3 notes or 4 notes separated by a silence.
- Combine Pentatonic major with major scale for soloing. You'll get different kind of lines.
- Use string skipping for melodies.
- Start a phrase with a 6th interval.
- Play horizontally: Learn the scale in one string and try to create melodies thinking on the scale more horizontally thatn vertically. You'll get more vocal type phrases.
- You don't have to learn this one but check out how Guido develops a melody here: https://www.guitarmasterclass.net/ls/Developing-a-melody/
Hi Gab,
Thanks for the suggestions.
I was practicing the Legato-Picking exercise of Muris's lesson..i could workout the picking parts but legato seems pretty silent,i guess i need to work on my hammer on-pull offs,prior to taking up legatos.What say?
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Jun 16 2016, 04:09 PM
yes, that will help! Check out our archive, there are many lessons covering it.
Posted by: AyanG Jun 21 2016, 09:56 PM
Hi Master,
Could u share some ideas on symphonic/power metal music.I am really attracted to bands like Kamelot , Nightwish , Blind Guardian,Sonata artica etc.I feel the theme or the sound of the songs very unique and as if they have got a story in themselves.What are the uniqueness in which the songs are made,i mean what technicalities or scales and chords are used in these type of songs.In my country we lack any bands who play this type of music.When i will start making my own music i want to venture out into this genre,although i am currently a toddler but i hope in this way.
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Jun 22 2016, 06:31 PM
Hi Ayan,
at first I recommend you to work on my archive of Power Metal lessons in which you'll find covered all the technique and theory necessary to compose your own power metal songs. Once you work on many of these ones, we can start analyzing some full songs, and then, start working on your own music. What do you say?
https://www.guitarmasterclass.net/search/power%20metal/17/1/10/n/n/n/t/f/#lesson=2;forum=1
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Feb 2 2017, 09:06 PM
Hey mate! Here we can re-start the mentoring work. Please tell me what you've been doing / playing during the last 6 months. and which are your new goals.
Posted by: AyanG Feb 5 2017, 06:02 PM
I was not able to play much last 6 months but recently i have started.I have learnt open position major scales: C,G,D,A....its relative minors: A,E,B,F# and the harmonic minors of A,E,B,F# in open position.
My goals are to : Learn all the relevant scales and chords for soloing and rhythm playing.I dont want to make big goals as I will get frustrated soon
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Feb 7 2017, 03:59 AM
Hi mate, ok!
What about the improvisation course? Have you worked on module 2?
It would be interesting if you can record yourself improvising over a backing track. That would help me to see where you are right now and which things we should work.
Posted by: AyanG Feb 7 2017, 05:51 PM
What about the improvisation course? Have you worked on module 2?
It would be interesting if you can record yourself improvising over a backing track. That would help me to see where you are right now and which things we should work.
Hi gab.....I would prefer to start from mod 1 once more and record myself and share wid u.....as far as mod 1 is concerned I am having a little issue in playing the G shape of the C major chord....as my guitar "action" is a bit high
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Feb 8 2017, 01:13 PM
Ok! Let's go for mod 1. If your guitar action is high, don't worry, just play the chord to remind the shape and to connect it with the scale. Then, when your guitar is well set you'll be able to play it.
Please keep me updated.
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Aug 23 2017, 03:14 PM
Hey Ayang! I'm here re-activating this thread. Could you please tell me your status with the last works and Week #2 routine?
Posted by: AyanG Aug 23 2017, 03:46 PM
Can I re practice the week 1 once more, because the last time I had a little problem with holding the last 3 C chord shapes over the C major scale.
Regards,
AyanG
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Aug 24 2017, 04:27 PM
Ok, that sounds good, and then please provide some material here to let me check. Deal?
Posted by: AyanG Aug 24 2017, 05:10 PM
Yes sure.Will post here.
Regards
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Aug 25 2017, 04:16 AM
Regards
Great.
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