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Beginner Level I (Acoustic)
Your first open chords
How to read chord diagrams
How to properly strum your first chords
Muting
How to switch between the chords effortlessly
Hand position/finger placement
The importance of rhythm and the use of the metronome
Holding the pick
Playing with fingers
Playing music opposite just fretting the notes
Also included are excerpts from a popular modern tune,
a classic rock tune, and a classical piece using the chords you have learned.
Intermediate Level II (Electric)(Electric)
This is a "concept" guitar lesson to try and raise consciousness about influences, and how important they are in determining one's overall sound and style. Examples are given which range from Jimi Hendrix to Alex Lifeson of Rush. In addition, the G5 is discussed, and a whole section is devoted to learning vibrato and bending notes. Included are the vibratos of: Stevie Ray Vaughn, Albert King, Jimi Hendrix, Yngwie Malmsteen, Angus Young, Uli Jon Roth and Eric Clapton.
