I have been teaching myself all of this recently through UA-cam videos and Steve Vai's theory book but hearing it explained in this way makes everything make much more sense
Great explanation Jamie! And I can confirm that it takes a lot of practice to master that. The more time you spend on the guitar practicing the better you will become as a musician and player. It is also hard to know what to study/practice and spend “quality time” at it. I think that is one of the most important things that many intermediate level musicians struggle with.
So I've listened to the intervals discography, I'm not any better at guitar but I had a good time - Jokes aside, great lesson. I think a lot of guitarists are one of two things a) Scared of theory or b) Lazy - Some are both, like me!
@@guitarjym at 1:06 the picture is of Aaron Marshall (frontman for the "band" Intervals) who is an instrumental progressive metal/metalcore guitar player
This is EXACTLY how I learned the intervals. First, the pentatonic, and then the rest of the modes as I learned different songs that used them. Finally, apply that to the chord scales you're soloing over. A funny thing is that a few weeks ago I was analyzing a jazz standard with some friends (a sax player and a drummer) and I could tell what the intervals were between each chord more quickly than them. I realized that it was because of how I visualize the fretboard in my mind. Of course, you have to know the intervals AND the notes all over the fretboard, so I would advice any guitar player to learn this. It's probably one of most useful things to learn.
This is good advice, kids. As a guitarist of thirty years, I can tell you that learning intervals ( and how they sound ) will really benefit you, especially if you want to be a good improviser. Do the work and best of luck! 😎
What a great lesson. Very clearly explained. There's too many "teachers" online that are simply on an ego trip. "Hey, I know you're a beginner but listen to this solo I can do for five minutes then I'll teach you which way up to hold your guitar".
I never learned to read music or even know the fretboard. But it took me about 5 years to get it down in my head by numbers an patterns I taught myself and hearing half steps to full steps notes and became pretty easy for me to figure nearly anything out. I tried learning the fretboard notes and then never knew what to do with them. You have to remember, I learned before there was an internet and books we not just laying around easily to get back then, especially in Las Vegas Nevada. It just became I knew what I was hearing and can play it. 39 years later I wish I could understand all this stuff. But I do quite well at playing and even wonder now if I should waste me time trying to learn?
@@onemancarnageYou don’t have to learn how to sight-read at “Flight of the Bumblebee” level. It is however extremely helpful to understand rhythm, melody and harmony. You should be able to name notes, both by letter name and by interval name (example: D is b7 in the key of E). You should know chord formulas (example: 1-3-5-b7 is a Dominant 7 chord). You should be able to tap out rhythms based on their notation. - Music is a language. How else can you truly understand it? -
@@m.vonhollen6673 I'm just saying , that is understanding harmony and intervals . But reading sheet music ? Well , it's actually easy , but I never found that as useful as theory . Had a few edits . Lol
If you'd like to learn it, go for it. If you are wanting to learn because you think you have to, i wouldnt If you dont feel limited by your level of understanding and arent having difficulties when explaining musical ideas with others then it might not be worth it. With music being a language, there are different levels of fluency/understanding. So it is mostly dependant on your current situation and future goals.
I cam to this realization a couple weeks ago. Being a bass player, this is how I play. Know the notes on the fretboard hearing and playing is easier. On guitar not has as easy for me. Still working, forever. Never thought of modes like that. Maybe I can remember them.
Here’s E7 across the fingerboard: 022130 (E7-shape), XX2434 (D7-shape), 076750 (C7-shape), 079797 (A7-shape), 12-11-999-10 (G7-shape), 12-14-14-13-15-12 (E7-shape). Within each one of those Dominant 7 shapes, you want to play a combination of the Mixolydian scale+the Blues scale (1-2-b3/3-4-b5-5-6-b7). Find a jam that just has E7 as the chord. Play over it, and ALWAYS know both the letter name of the note as well as what interval it is; example: this is G#, the major 3rd of this E7 chord (1-3-5-b7).
I always suggest practicing improvising in each shape independently to see what each shape offers you. Then try to connect only 2 at a time (side by side). Then slowly add more and more across the fretboard. Then finally, try jumping to different shapes NOT side by side 👍🎸
You have to learn how to play the shapes on other strings other than starting in the 6th string. Simply find the note or the scale or mode in any given string and keep playing that pattern until you run out of strings. If you choose to hold a note or stop mid way through the pattern than think about the current mode You are in within the key scans that’s a whole new pattern
@@roshan_raju_ I also advise using your index finger and ring finger as “guides”. When you go through the patterns these fingers will serve as your guide to finding the root notes as your playing through the patterns so u always know the note and the corresponding mode as u improvise
@@keremgrindI would suggest having another guitar tuned to standard pitches for the purpose of learning. It’s tough enough as it is without adding any other hurdles. - It will all be applicable to your guitar tuned to C. -
I’m planning on offering one-time lessons maybe once a month or so. A first come first serve type thing only available to Patreon members. But you’re always welcome to message me questions and request lesson content!
So I have a great ear and can find notes and workout lead intuitively but learning the theory is taking away the fun of guitar for me. So I’m stuck when it comes to this stuff, wondering if I should just stick to playing by ear until it clicks with theory!
Look at theory as your vegetables and jamming as your dessert. Start every session with say a half-hour of studying theory. Learn how to name notes and how to identify intervals. That’s going to make you a much better player and then you’ll get much more enjoyment out of your playing. Growth is exciting!
Here's what can be done with "focusing on the root note" within the A pentatonic minor scale (also played on a Kiesel guitar, but a 7-string guitar with a 27" scale). Something to think about....ua-cam.com/video/QS82PqzWSwQ/v-deo.htmlsi=D_vfIprwB1jj9gQP
Who cares. You can hear the differences just as well, distortion doesn't make an instrument out of tune you know. If you plan to play music with distortion, practice with distortion. Because otherwise you won't learn to mute the unwanted strings
I have been teaching myself all of this recently through UA-cam videos and Steve Vai's theory book but hearing it explained in this way makes everything make much more sense
I'm glad to hear that! :)
LOVE THE EVH POSTER IN THE BACK! Made me smile and sad. LOVE the Zeppelin riff at 7:01 too.
Great explanation Jamie! And I can confirm that it takes a lot of practice to master that. The more time you spend on the guitar practicing the better you will become as a musician and player. It is also hard to know what to study/practice and spend “quality time” at it. I think that is one of the most important things that many intermediate level musicians struggle with.
So I've listened to the intervals discography, I'm not any better at guitar but I had a good time - Jokes aside, great lesson. I think a lot of guitarists are one of two things a) Scared of theory or b) Lazy - Some are both, like me!
Intervals discography?
@@guitarjym at 1:06 the picture is of Aaron Marshall (frontman for the "band" Intervals) who is an instrumental progressive metal/metalcore guitar player
This is EXACTLY how I learned the intervals. First, the pentatonic, and then the rest of the modes as I learned different songs that used them. Finally, apply that to the chord scales you're soloing over.
A funny thing is that a few weeks ago I was analyzing a jazz standard with some friends (a sax player and a drummer) and I could tell what the intervals were between each chord more quickly than them. I realized that it was because of how I visualize the fretboard in my mind. Of course, you have to know the intervals AND the notes all over the fretboard, so I would advice any guitar player to learn this. It's probably one of most useful things to learn.
This is good advice, kids. As a guitarist of thirty years, I can tell you that learning intervals ( and how they sound ) will really benefit you, especially if you want to be a good improviser. Do the work and best of luck! 😎
This is really helpful, ill definetely start practicing the interval thing! Thank you Mr. Robinson
Glad it’s helpful!
Sweet! I've been doing this naturally for a couple weeks. Trying to see/hear the intervals for minor and major scales.
Great! Got my excuse to not learn note names!❤i will instead practice intervals for 10-15 hours each day🎉
What a great lesson. Very clearly explained. There's too many "teachers" online that are simply on an ego trip. "Hey, I know you're a beginner but listen to this solo I can do for five minutes then I'll teach you which way up to hold your guitar".
Wow you made this video all for me!!!! 😊
Very cool video. I've definitely heard others talk about intervals and am striving towards better recognizing intervals.
Thank you sir. This is a great eye opener.
Thanks legend! Great way of explaining it 😁
I never learned to read music or even know the fretboard. But it took me about 5 years to get it down in my head by numbers an patterns I taught myself and hearing half steps to full steps notes and became pretty easy for me to figure nearly anything out. I tried learning the fretboard notes and then never knew what to do with them. You have to remember, I learned before there was an internet and books we not just laying around easily to get back then, especially in Las Vegas Nevada. It just became I knew what I was hearing and can play it. 39 years later I wish I could understand all this stuff. But I do quite well at playing and even wonder now if I should waste me time trying to learn?
Improving yourself is never a waste of time. Get after it!
That's great , having an ear is so important. By the way , reading music only matters in classical or some sessions . Otherwise not important.
@@onemancarnageYou don’t have to learn how to sight-read at “Flight of the Bumblebee” level. It is however extremely helpful to understand rhythm, melody and harmony. You should be able to name notes, both by letter name and by interval name (example: D is b7 in the key of E). You should know chord formulas (example: 1-3-5-b7 is a Dominant 7 chord). You should be able to tap out rhythms based on their notation. - Music is a language. How else can you truly understand it? -
@@m.vonhollen6673 I'm just saying , that is understanding harmony and intervals . But reading sheet music ? Well , it's actually easy , but I never found that as useful as theory . Had a few edits . Lol
If you'd like to learn it, go for it. If you are wanting to learn because you think you have to, i wouldnt
If you dont feel limited by your level of understanding and arent having difficulties when explaining musical ideas with others then it might not be worth it.
With music being a language, there are different levels of fluency/understanding. So it is mostly dependant on your current situation and future goals.
such gold content bro, u rock!!
That's a cool looking Kiesel Aries you got there! I love my Jason Becker JB200! Thanks for this video!
DAMN, IT'S GOOD VIDEO, THANK YOU ✨
Wow, thank you
I cam to this realization a couple weeks ago. Being a bass player, this is how I play. Know the notes on the fretboard hearing and playing is easier. On guitar not has as easy for me. Still working, forever.
Never thought of modes like that. Maybe I can remember them.
beautiful guitar man!
Your musical knowledge intrigues me 👀 Lol bought my six string in June and I can make all the Major chords finally. And yes B came last 😂
Thanks Jamie
Here’s E7 across the fingerboard: 022130 (E7-shape), XX2434 (D7-shape), 076750 (C7-shape), 079797 (A7-shape), 12-11-999-10 (G7-shape), 12-14-14-13-15-12 (E7-shape).
Within each one of those Dominant 7 shapes, you want to play a combination of the Mixolydian scale+the Blues scale (1-2-b3/3-4-b5-5-6-b7). Find a jam that just has E7 as the chord. Play over it, and ALWAYS know both the letter name of the note as well as what interval it is; example: this is G#, the major 3rd of this E7 chord (1-3-5-b7).
Nice intervals reference hahahaha 🤣 great lesson also!
I was waiting for someone to mention it 😂
"intervallically" 🤯😁
This video needs more cable management.
It’s really not that bad tbh you should see mine 😂
😅
Haha my OCD caught that too
This is basically how I think about guitar also.
How to practice moving from shape to shape while improvising?
I always suggest practicing improvising in each shape independently to see what each shape offers you. Then try to connect only 2 at a time (side by side). Then slowly add more and more across the fretboard. Then finally, try jumping to different shapes NOT side by side 👍🎸
@@jamierobinson777 Such a great advice thank you
You have to learn how to play the shapes on other strings other than starting in the 6th string. Simply find the note or the scale or mode in any given string and keep playing that pattern until you run out of strings. If you choose to hold a note or stop mid way through the pattern than think about the current mode
You are in within the key scans that’s a whole new pattern
@@roshan_raju_ I also advise using your index finger and ring finger as “guides”. When you go through the patterns these fingers will serve as your guide to finding the root notes as your playing through the patterns so u always know the note and the corresponding mode as u improvise
1:44 Ultravox - One small day. Even the right timbre/tone 😂
this was a bright idea. thanks.
Do ı need to set my guitar to e standart for learning music teory? I play in c standart is it a problem?
technically...no
@@hc3550 so practically?
@@keremgrindI would suggest having another guitar tuned to standard pitches for the purpose of learning. It’s tough enough as it is without adding any other hurdles. - It will all be applicable to your guitar tuned to C. -
@@m.vonhollen6673 Thank you
Love these videos. Are there ever any live lessons 1-1 available if you sub to the patreon?
I’m planning on offering one-time lessons maybe once a month or so. A first come first serve type thing only available to Patreon members.
But you’re always welcome to message me questions and request lesson content!
@@jamierobinson777 awesome thanks man! Gonna sign up soon, I've neglected the hell out of my playing and need to kick myself up the arse 😂
So I have a great ear and can find notes and workout lead intuitively but learning the theory is taking away the fun of guitar for me. So I’m stuck when it comes to this stuff, wondering if I should just stick to playing by ear until it clicks with theory!
Look at theory as your vegetables and jamming as your dessert. Start every session with say a half-hour of studying theory. Learn how to name notes and how to identify intervals. That’s going to make you a much better player and then you’ll get much more enjoyment out of your playing. Growth is exciting!
@@m.vonhollen6673 thank you for your kind and considered words. Great advice. 🤘🏽
Here's what can be done with "focusing on the root note" within the A pentatonic minor scale (also played on a Kiesel guitar, but a 7-string guitar with a 27" scale). Something to think about....ua-cam.com/video/QS82PqzWSwQ/v-deo.htmlsi=D_vfIprwB1jj9gQP
This person can pick hard
Inspired :)
shame about the painful out of tune tone .. harmonics are deadly
Information - great, guitar tone awful. Just play clean so we can hear the differences properly.
Who cares. You can hear the differences just as well, distortion doesn't make an instrument out of tune you know. If you plan to play music with distortion, practice with distortion. Because otherwise you won't learn to mute the unwanted strings
@@shredd5705absolutely disagree with you happy clean picking
@@martydibergi5228 Amateur
@@shredd5705 hee haw🥳
Why do 99% of guitar videos show the A minor pentatonic? It’s such a fat cliché 😂
It’s an easy example that most players will be familiar with. If you use C harmonic minor, you lose a lot of people right off the bat lol