Are you looking to build your jazz vocabulary and master the art of jazz improvisation? Look no further!
In this video lesson , I guide you through the jazz standard “I’ve Found a New Baby” written by Jack Palmer & Spencer Williams.
This iconic piece, first released in 1926, has been immortaliz...
In this lesson, I show you how to play the harmony for a traditional Swedish fiddle tune called Hultkläppens Am Polska (the A-minor polska by Hultklappen).
This dance tune is from the region of Bergsjö, Hälsingland.
The harmony is quite interesting. It uses some counterpoint ideas and follows ...
In this video, I want to show you a clean jazz lick in the key of F-major.
This lick is a standard jazz 2-5-1 line I learned from the Scottish jazz guitarist Martin Taylor.
This phrase will expand your jazz vocabulary to improve your soloing and improvisation skills. It is an excellent examp...
Welcome to our bluegrass mandolin lesson!
In this tutorial, we're diving deep into the classic tune "Lonesome Moonlight Waltz" by the legendary Bill Monroe.
For the rhythm we'll be incorporating chop chords to add that signature bluegrass flavor to the arrangement.
If you're a beginner looking ...
In this video, I want to show you good exercises to improve your tremolo playing.
This mandolin technique is a measured tremolo with a six-note subdivision played very smoothly and evenly.
This is the kind of tremolo used to play bluegrass tunes like Kentucky Waltz and Lonesome Moonlight Waltz ...
Strumming into the world of Bluegrass mandolin?
Dive into 'Fisher's Hornpipe' with this comprehensive chords lesson!
In this tutorial, we'll explore the fundamental chords needed to play Fisher's Hornpipe authentically, using the chop chords. The chords are D, G, and A. ‘’
I will also give you...
Welcome to this bluegrass mandolin lesson! In this video, we'll dive into the beautiful and haunting melody of "Lonesome Moonlight Waltz."
Throughout this tutorial, we'll break down each section of the song, exploring the melody and essential techniques that bring this classic Bill Monroe tune t...
In this video, I'll show you how to play the rare but excellent C-part of Fisher's Hornpipe. I learned this part from mandolin maestro Butch Baldassari.
For me, the tune gets complete with this added third part, and I find it an excellent example of the brilliance and finesse that has made Butch...
In this mandolin video lesson, I show you how to play a traditional Swedish fiddle tune called Hultkläppens Am Polska (the A-minor polska by Hultklappen). This dance tune is from the region of Bergsjö, Hälsingland.
The melody is archaic and energetic with an interesting twist. There are elements...
Get ready to strum, chop, and enhance your mandolin skills with our in-depth lesson on Bluegrass and Newgrass Mandolin Chords, featuring the beloved classic "Old Dangerfield" by Bill Monroe, the father of Bluegrass music.
🎶 In this tutorial, you'll learn:
- A variety of essential mandolin chop...
Welcome to a fun and engaging mandolin lesson where we dive into the classic tune 'Fisher's Hornpipe'!
In this tutorial, we'll break down the melody, explore essential techniques, and learn the nuances that bring this timeless piece to life on the mandolin.
This tune is present in the traditio...
Join us for an exciting Bluegrass Mandolin adventure with this special lesson dedicated to the master of mandolin, Shawn Lane!
In this video, we'll focus on the exhilarating C-part of the classic tune "Old Dangerfield" by Bill Monroe.
🎶 In this lesson, you'll discover:
- Signature Shawn Lane ...
