In this essential lesson I show how I use small melodic patterns to allow me to weave through the five positions I always use. The best part of this is that in every position, the fingerings remain the same. It's simple but mind blowing when you realize what this can do for your fretboard knowledge. I discuss all of the applicable chords these lines work with and show you how I've built on these small ideas to create much longer lines. For me, this is one of the things that allowed me to gain mastery of the fretboard.
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Polka Dots and Moonbeams - Chord Melody
In this video lesson, I present my chord melody arrangement of Jimmy Van Heusen’s “Polka Dots and Moonbeams.” We will explore the harmonic choices behind the arrangement, designed to be both accessible and musically captivating. A PDF of the complete arrangement is included for your reference.
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My Foolish Heart - Chord Melody
I love this tune! As always I walk you through the arrangement from top to bottom giving you insight into all of the decision making in regard to harmony and phrasing. Such a beautiful song to add to your chord melody repertoire. Full PDF included. Enjoy and thanks.
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We All Remember Wes - Tune Based
This was a fun lesson to create. I discuss George's superior sense of phrasing and his uncanny ability to create lyrical melodic statements along with chop filled 16th note lines. I had no idea this was a Stevie Wonder tune but have always loved it. Great written examples on the PDF as well as a ...
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