The basis of all lyric writing - you may know one or two of these, but even then you need to practice the third one.
Vol. 24, No. 4: December-January 2019
The basis of all lyric writing - you may know one or two of these, but even then you need to practice the third one.
Tommaso explores the Harry Potter inspired "wizards only" theory of talent,
Is there any real benefit to learning more than one scale system? Here`s one opinion to consider.
Why do people still use the CAGED system? Here are some answers.
One of the oldest concepts in the book, adapted for modern rock guitar playing.
Discover how learning scales actually fosters creativity.
Why you need to stop dividing your fretboard in 5 today.
Integrating scales and arpeggios mechanically.
Scales are important to learn, but most instructors have put them emphasis on learning them by heart and simply playing them up and down.
Examining the problems of CAGED starting from the effect on your picking hand.
The octave pattern is not as user-friendly for learning to play the notes on a fretboard as many teachers would like players to think.
It isn`t difficult to learn to study theory the correct way. It can actually be easier and more fun than you expect.
Tommaso Zillio is a professional prog rock/metal guitarist and composer based in Edmonton, AB, Canada.
Tommaso is currently working on an instrumental CD, and an instructional series on fretboard visualization and exotic scales. He is your go-to guy for any and all music theory-related questions.
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