3. Modular Technical Framework - Guitar
Each module is flexible and scalable in terms of complexity. Find the level to suit you and work from there. Mix and match modules as you go, and increase the complexity when able. This modular structure of this program was designed to facilitate simultaneous group learning for participants at all levels.
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An introduction to the Malleably Musical approach to the guitar.
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Guitar Reductions
Scored guitar arrangements demonstrating dynamic accompaniment based on standard guitar chord shapes.
Scored guitar arrangements demonstrating dynamic accompaniment based on standard guitar chord shapes.
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An overview of the relationship between guitarists’ two hands.
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A guide to navigating the fretboard and an overview of the Voicing Hand.
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An annotated chord diagram with some additional features.
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Using the fretboard to explore new voicings.
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We don’t need to play all strings all the time.
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Voicing and fingering are related, however have distinctly different roles.
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An introduction to the components of barre chords.
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Pivot fingers is an approach to navigating fingering for smooth chord changes.
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Advanced Pivot Fingers
Sometimes, we can have more than 1 Pivot Finger sequence running at the same time.
Sometimes, we can have more than 1 Pivot Finger sequence running at the same time.
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A quick entry to chords in all 12 keys.
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Another approach to some of those trickier keys.
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An introduction to playing melody on the guitar.
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Melodies and Chord Progressions
Integrating melody and chord progressions including textural variation in the accompaniment, melody and improvisation.
Integrating melody and chord progressions including textural variation in the accompaniment, melody and improvisation.
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An overview of the Expression Hand.
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An introduction to guitar picks.
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An introduction to strumming – there is more to it than you think.
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A guide to establishing a steady beat.
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Introducing texture to your strumming.
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More texture for your strumming patterns.
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Some extra texture.
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Adding some percussive elements to your strumming.
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