How to Play Major Scales in Groups of 3 or 4
Here’s another way to practice your scales that will help you learn them better and more quickly. As I mentioned in the last scale exercise lesson, it’s a good idea to practice your scales in as many different ways as
C Major Funk Riff with Flat 7
Here’s an easy riff in C, which can actually be used with C7 and Cm7 chords. Watch the video, and pay special attention to which notes are used. Then, learn the notes in order, but not in time. Next, play
How to Play a Major Scale in Thirds
Most of the time, beginners – and even more advanced players – play their scales in a linear fashion. (C-D-E-F-G-A-B-C) While that’s a great starting point, your study of a scale shouldn’t end there. Instead, it’s better to play the
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Parts of a Bass Guitar
Before you get started learning to play the bass guitar, let’s go over the main parts of a bass.
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Aim High – Play Low!
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Meet Mark Stein
Sometimes, in the music business, it really is about who you know, not what you know. Now, when it comes to playing the bass, this isn’t true. But when it comes to getting things done, it’s definitely something to remember. Knowing the right people can help your career tremendously, and I am truly grateful to know so many wonderful people who have helped me throughout my career.
Today I’d like to introduce you to Mark Stein, one of the people that helps me take care of business. Continue reading
Stomp Classic Tuner
I just got my new Stomp Classic pedal tuner from Peterson Tuners, and wanted to show it to you right away. I’ve been recommending Peterson Tuners for over a decade, and am proud to endorse their products. To me, the Stomp Classic seriously raises the bar for pedal tuners. I’m really amazed at all the features.
I’ve been on tour break this week, so I was able to put together a quick video to tell you about some of the main features I love.
NOTE: This video is actually a new one, which I taped in early March, 2013. Continue reading
Weather and the Working Musician
The midway at Bloomsburg fair after the rains hit.
Rain, rain, go away Come again another day When I’m not loading in! Adapted from nursery rhyme
One of the things that many musicians forget about when making plans is the weather. As a touring musician, I can tell you that’s a mistake!
Mother Nature is not nice – ever. She just pretends to be nice. Then, when you’re least expecting it, she throws a torrential rain storm at you while you’re loading in to a venue, a sends a tornado to chase you across a state while you’re headed to your gig. Let me give you an example: Continue reading
G Major Pentatonic Scale Low Position
Our study of the Major Pentatonic Scale begins with G Major.
As always, remember your basics:
⁊ Start slowly
⁊ Play it 10 times, perfectly
⁊ Increase speed slowly Continue reading
Funk Riff in E with Major Third
While it’s true that a lot of funk is based on the Minor Pentatonic scale, it doesn’t always have to be. For example, this basic funk riff uses the major third. It is based on the Major Pentatonic scale, with the addition of a few notes.
Watch the video, and pay special attention to which notes are used. Then, learn the notes in order, but not in time. Next, play along with the slow version, until you’ve got it down. Finally, you can play along with the regular tempo version. Continue reading
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