Classic Funk Lesson

Classic Funk

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  • Greetings from Granada (Andalucia, Spain)!

    Here I have written a song to show you a classic funky rhythm. I play different guitar grooves, chords and muted strumming scales. It reminds me of some bands like Wild Cherry, Earth, Wind & Fire, Kool & The Gang...

    Music Style:
    Classic Funk

    Tonality & Scales:
    D
    D Pentatonic minor
    D minor Dorian

    Techniques:
    chords, muted scales, strumming

    Sound:
    I used a Gibson Les Paul Gold 74' with a little drive.

    Tuning:
    Standard Tunning: E, A, D, G, B, E

    Tempo & Beat:
    130bpm (Slow parts at 70 bpm)
    4/4

    D PENTATONIC MINOR SCALE

    D DORIAN MODE
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