Name: Lesson in Under A Minute: 5 Major Scale Shapes
Uploaded: 2024-01-21T19:09:13.476Z
Duration: 1 min
Description: A quick look at the 5 major scale shapes on the guitar. Knowing these shapes is the key to being able to play in any key anywhere on the neck

A quick look at the 5 major scale shapes on the guitar. Knowing these shapes is the key to being able to play in any key anywhere on the neck

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I’ve been playing music of every style and genre for over 23 years and teaching for 15. My musical curiosity has led me to perform and record with singer/songwriters, pop, rock, funk, soul, R&B, jazz, and fusion bands, both originals and covers, as well as, pit orchestras, guitar ensembles, Celtic traditional bands, and worship ensembles. I graduated from Towson University where I received a Bachelor of Music with a focus on jazz/commercial performance.

I teach both electric and acoustic guitar, bass, ukulele, mandolin, and Irish/tenor banjo to students of all experience levels. I teach students of ALL ages starting from age 8 and ranging up to 65+. I genuinely believe that it is never too late to start your musical journey. It’s all about taking that first step. 

In the pursuit of making music as enjoyable as possible, I do my best to make sure my students are having fun and are learning what they want to learn. While I may be the one steering the ship, it is each student who ultimately decides where we are going and what we are learning. I also do my best to ensure that my students all understand that music is an art and a form of expression, communication, and collaboration and not a competition. While we are always trying to get better, that should never get in the way of enjoying the act of making music.

You can catch me live playing around New York City as both a freelancer and with my various music acts including timesink, Natalie Barth, and The Pilgrims of Deep Run

Lesson in Under A Minute: 5 Major Scale Shapes

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My main focus is to help you achieve whatever goals you have set for yourself. I tailor every lesson to each individual to ensure you are learning in a style that best suits your needs. Whether you are interested in rock, blues, country, jazz, or any other style of guitar, I will work to make sure that you achieve your potential. 

What you will learn: On top of guitar technique and performance skills, students will develop a strong foundation in music theory, ear training, and note reading. 

My info: 15+ years of experience teaching beginners to advanced guitar students. Bachelors in Music, specializing in Jazz Guitar performance.

I left my first lesson feeling confident which is a first when it comes to past lessons I have taken with other instructors

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B Locrian Mode

A Minor, aka the Aeolian Mode (key of A)

G Mixolydian, or G Dominant 7

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