Modes
Modes probably cause more confusion than anything else when it comes to learning the guitar and music theory. As this section develops you will be exploring modes and their use in soloing. They will be explained in a simple to understand fashion that will take the mystery out of them once and for all.
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- Minor Modes
In this video lesson a comparison of the three minor modes (Dorian, Phrygian and Aoelian) is made. Take note of the difference in flavor each mode produces.
Read More» - Lochrian Mode
The last mode in our study of modes is the lochrian mode. It is simply the major scale starting on the 7th note. The lochrian mode is used mainly in jazz. The chord from the lochrian mode are a diminished triad and a minor7b5 chord, which is typically only found in […]
Read More» - Phrygian Mode
Let’s continue our study of modes with the phrygian mode. It is simply the major scale starting on the 3nd note. The phrygian mode works well in rock guitar and it has a Spanish flavor.
Read More» - Dorian Mode
Let’s continue our study of modes with the dorian mode. It is simply the major scale starting on the 2nd note. The dorian mode works well in in several different styles of music.
Read More» - Lydian Mode
Moving on with our study of modes, it’s the lydian. The lydian mode is the major scale starting on the 4th note. This is important because of the arpeggio in this mode.
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