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Embark on a journey through the harmonious realms of modal arpeggios as we unwrap the secrets of the G major scale's evocative power. Imagine the raised fourth of the Lydian or the soulful flat seventh of the Mixolydian coming alive under your fingertips; this episode is your guide to mastering these captivating sounds. We'll dissect the construction of seventh chords and their modal offspring - Ionian to Phrygian - and how recognizing and utilizing their distinct intervals can transform your musical expression. Whether it's the bright optimism of the Lydian mode or the exotic allure of Phrygian, get ready to add new depth to your playing with every strum.

Gear up your guitar for an auditory adventure as we weave through the characteristic intervals of A Dorian, compare it to the natural minor scale, and even superimpose chords to foreshadow musical changes. Through hands-on demonstrations and insightful discussions, you'll learn to craft solos that resonate with the emotive quality of each mode and navigate chord progressions with newfound creativity. By the end of this episode, you'll not only have internalized the sound of each mode but also have the tools to make them sing through your strings, giving you an edge in your musical endeavors.

Tune in now and learn more!

Links:

• Steve’s Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/stinemus... 
• GuitarZoom Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/guitarz0... 
• Songs Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/GuitarSo... . 

Check out Steve's Guitar Membership and Courses: https://bit.ly/3rbZ3He

Links:

Check out the GuitarZoom Academy:
https://academy.guitarzoom.com/

• Steve’s Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/stinemus...
• GuitarZoom Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/guitarz0...
• Songs Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/GuitarSo... .

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Unlock the code that musicians worldwide swear by with our latest episode on the Nashville number system. Imagine being able to jump into any jam session or master new tunes in a snap, all thanks to a simple set of Roman numerals. That's the power of this musical shorthand, transforming the way you understand and play music, regardless of your instrument. I'll take you through the basics, starting off in the key of C and showing you how every note in the major scale births a unique chord. By the end of this episode, you'll be fluent in the language of chords – major, minor, and even the elusive diminished.

Strap in for a practical journey as we harmonize the major scale, revealing the secrets of the one-four-five progression that makes hits like "Brown Eyed Girl" and "Old Time Rock and Roll" instantly recognizable (and playable!). Whether you're a budding musician eager to collaborate or a practiced hand looking for a refresher, our conversation demystifies the theory, leaving you with a robust toolkit for any musical encounter. So tune in, tune up, and prepare to revolutionize your playing with insights from the Nashville number system – it's a game-changer.

Links:

Check out the GuitarZoom Academy:
https://academy.guitarzoom.com/

• Steve’s Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/stinemus...
• GuitarZoom Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/guitarz0...
• Songs Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/GuitarSo... .

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Ever wondered how a week in the life of a guitar maestro ticks by? Strum along with me, your host, as I reveal the finely-tuned symphony of my two-week work ritual that's key to producing the soul-stirring content you've come to adore. My Mondays begin with the soothing strums of a guitar warm-up, setting the tone for a creative surge in the studio, crafting exclusive pieces for our GuitarZoom VIPs. The tempo ramps up on Tuesdays with back-to-back guitar lessons, all while keeping the beat with our dedicated GuitarZoom Community. The crescendo builds midweek as I prep for the much-anticipated "Steve's Songs" Thursday releases, balancing the mix of recording, editing, and engaging with our vibrant online following.

Pull back the curtain on the organizational wizardry that orchestrates this harmonious chaos. In this behind-the-scenes tour, I unveil the digital tools that keep my melodies and meetings in harmony—Asana for orchestrating tasks, and Bookmark Ninja for curating sparks of inspiration. Discover how I entwine my guitar practice into the fabric of daily life, ensuring each pluck and chord resonates in the content we broadcast. It's a story of passion, persistence, and the rhythm that fuels a life enveloped in music. So tune in, and get a rare glimpse of the methods that allow me to live out my passion and bring you along for the ride.

Tune in now and learn more!

Links:

• Steve’s Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/stinemus... 
• GuitarZoom Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/guitarz0... 
• Songs Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/GuitarSo... . 

Check out Steve's Guitar Membership and Courses: https://bit.ly/3rbZ3He

Links:

Check out the GuitarZoom Academy:
https://academy.guitarzoom.com/

• Steve’s Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/stinemus...
• GuitarZoom Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/guitarz0...
• Songs Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/GuitarSo... .

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In this Chords Workshop (recorded live), Steve’s going to show you how to get creative with open chords, so you can add melody and style to your chords... and have more fun when you play guitar. 

For more chords lessons, check out Steve’s new course Power Chord Creativity: https://guitarzoom.com/powerchordcreativity/promo/

 They say practice makes perfect, but in playing the guitar, it takes more than just practice. It takes a whole lot more, and that is creativity. Those who play the guitar mostly follow theories and are afraid of deviating from the normal. 

In this episode with Steve Stine, you will learn how creativity changes the music you make. We’ll dive deep into chord creativity using open chords and how it changes and produces really good and unique music. Not only that, but you will also learn how to play the chords effectively and cleanly. 

Listen to this podcast to improve your strumming and create amazing music!

Highlights:

• Putting the pinky on the first string on the 3rd fret to add in sound on top or higher register on top
• What is Suspended chord and how it changes your music
• Adding a note and finger 
• Taking the first finger off the guitar and how it changes the sound
• Pivot points in guitar and how it works when playing
• Consistent tonality of a sound
• How to look for interesting sound to play 
• Consistency of sounds on the top three strings
• How leaving fingers intentionally can achieve a certain sound
• Taking bar chords and splitting away bar chords to create a very unique sound
• How to create consistent open string sound

If you love this episode please subscribe and leave an iTunes 5-star review. If you want to improve your guitar playing and take it to the next level, head over to GuitarZoom.com.

Links:

Check out the GuitarZoom Academy:
https://academy.guitarzoom.com/

• Steve’s Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/stinemus...
• GuitarZoom Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/guitarz0...
• Songs Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/GuitarSo... .

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Today we’ll learn some powerful distortion on how to play clean and fast while strumming and changing chords at the same time.

You can get access to this new course, plus 40 additional courses, when you sign up for a free trial at: https://guitarzoom.com/

Learning the guitar chords matters the most especially when you are still practicing and developing your guitar skills. Guitar chords are important because they harmonize the song that you are playing. 

In playing the guitar, knowing the chords isn’t enough. Learning how to strum is also a big deal. How you strum changes how your music would sound like. In this episode, you will learn techniques on changing and merging the chords while strumming and you will learn how to do it like a pro-- clean and fast!

Highlights:

• How to play a chord and strum and move chords at the same time
• Playing on different bar chords and bouncing between the chords
• Shifting from one chord to the next while strumming
• How to fully play clean while continuously strumming while changing chords
• Lifting and shifting from last up strum
• Strumming techniques
• Using of up strumming to shift on the next chord
• Lifting while touching the strings to keep the strum going
• Tightening up chord movements
• Adding distortion to the tone and playing power chords to tighten up the music
• Things to do if you don't want the noisy sound
• Playing a power chord from 3rd fret to 5th fret and sliding the fingers while moving
• Working on the timing of strumming 
• How to stop strings from vibrating
• Palm Muting Techniques
• Finding the fine part of the string when doing palm muting
• Hearing slides when doing palm muting
• Utilizing the noise when making sound
• Why turning off the volume of your guitar matters

If you love this episode please subscribe and leave an iTunes 5-star review. If you want to improve your guitar playing and take it to the next level, head over to GuitarZoom.com.

Links:

Check out the GuitarZoom Academy:
https://academy.guitarzoom.com/

• Steve’s Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/stinemus...
• GuitarZoom Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/guitarz0...
• Songs Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/GuitarSo... .

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In this Chords Workshop (recorded live), Steve’s going to talk about different approaches to strumming, so you can play better rhythm guitar and sound great when you play your favorite songs. 

For more chord tips from Steve, check out his new course Chord Mastery: https://guitarzoom.com/chordmastery/promo/

Learning how to play the guitar always requires both skill and practice. One of the things that are valuable in guitar playing is its rhythm. Without rhythm, music will be blunt to listen to. 

Rhythm in guitar playing requires more time of practice and there are always different ways of learning it. In this episode, you will be learning one of the most difficult and challenging skills to enhance when playing the guitar-- the rhythm and its elements. You will be learning the importance of guitar rhythm and its patterns and how it changes the way you play. 

However, you can learn it at a not so difficult pace when you listen to this podcast! Keep strumming! 

Highlights:

• How to concentrate on the rhythm section
• Finding the groove to the music you're listening to
• Understanding the importance of having the power of dynamics
• Having unlimited ups and downs while playing organically
• How to keep the rhythm going whilst moving away from the guitar and coming back
• Feeling the ups and downs and the difference it makes
• Importance of knowing the relationship between notes 
• Using all the ups and how it affects the sound of what you're playing
• Learning how to organically move away from the strings and come back in
• Chromagnant strumming
• Importance of rhythm when playing

If you love this episode please subscribe and leave an iTunes 5-star review. If you want to improve your guitar playing and take it to the next level, head over to GuitarZoom.com.

Links:

Check out the GuitarZoom Academy:
https://academy.guitarzoom.com/

• Steve’s Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/stinemus...
• GuitarZoom Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/guitarz0...
• Songs Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/GuitarSo... .

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In this Chords Workshop (recorded live), Steve’s going to show you how to develop muscle memory, so you can easily make chords that sound great. :-)

For more chord tips from Steve, check out his new course Chord Mastery: https://guitarzoom.com/chordmastery/promo/

Highlights:

• Why chords aren’t creative but analytical
• What is visualisation and how does it works
• The best way to really learn how to play
• How to play comfortably regardless of the size of your fingers
• What is string-sacrifice and how does it affects your playing skills (If  it does?)
• Rockstar Syndrome
• What is bouncing and how does it improves your focus
• Learning the ‘Lift and Shift’ technique VS Pivoting

If you love this episode please subscribe and leave an iTunes 5-star review. If you want to improve your guitar playing and take it to the next level, head over to GuitarZoom.com.

Links:

Check out the GuitarZoom Academy:
https://academy.guitarzoom.com/

• Steve’s Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/stinemus...
• GuitarZoom Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/guitarz0...
• Songs Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/GuitarSo... .

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In today's workshop, Steve Stine and GuitarZoom Founder Dan Denley discuss blues melodies and talk about playing guitar, the importance of setting goals, and how to make the most of your playing time.

P.S. Make sure you check out Steve's new course Creative Blues Soloing: https://guitarzoom.com/creativebluessoloing/promo/


Highlights:

• Melodic soloing: Chord tone or non-chord tone
• Why landing right notes at the right time matter the most
• Importance of emphasizing one note when playing 
• How to create a theme to use all over a song
• What options to use with your ability in playing
• Simple things to make playing effective
• Importance of planning what chords to use before playing
• Q&A: Why is guitar important to you and what inspires you to learn more?
• Example of major scale over the 4 chord
• Mixing of cabinet and monitor to balance the tone
• Importance of vocal effects
• Use of plotting points 
• Bringing surplus of inventory to create better music
• Evaluating progress on playing the guitar
• What it really means to play better in guitar
• Does it really matter to have a theory and understanding bucket in music?
• Emphasizing only one note
• Studying of fretboard/ Learning to see what you can do with your fretboard
• How NOT to get distracted when learning new guitar tricks
• Focusing on what really works for an individual

If you love this episode please subscribe and leave an iTunes 5-star review. If you want to improve your guitar playing and take it to the next level, head over to GuitarZoom.com.

Links:

Check out the GuitarZoom Academy:
https://academy.guitarzoom.com/

• Steve’s Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/stinemus...
• GuitarZoom Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/guitarz0...
• Songs Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/GuitarSo... .

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In today's workshop, Steve Stine talks about modal blues, and shows you how you can use modes to spice up your blues solos.

P.S. Make sure you check out Steve's new course Creative Blues Soloing: https://guitarzoom.com/creativebluessoloing/promo/

Mixolydian modes are often played in jazz and blues music and it is used to elevate your music. Arpeggios in guitar playing also make a difference and it makes the music even greater. Tune in and discover some Mixolydian modes and arpeggios and how to incorporate them in making blues sounds. 

Highlights:

• How to play the Mixolydian Mode
• Incorporating Mixolydian with blues sounds
• Outlining the notes of the A7 chord using Mixolydian
• Taking arpeggios in playing the guitar
• Learning modes and how it works
• Blues illogical and theory of rock n roll
• Focusing on the sound, feel, and vibe of blues
• Adding more chromaticism in making blues sounds
• The importance of layers to make different sounds
• Application of guitar information and knowledge  in creating great music

If you love this episode please subscribe and leave an iTunes 5-star review. If you want to improve your guitar playing and take it to the next level, head over to GuitarZoom.com.

Links:

Check out the GuitarZoom Academy:
https://academy.guitarzoom.com/

• Steve’s Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/stinemus...
• GuitarZoom Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/guitarz0...
• Songs Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/GuitarSo... .

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In today's workshop, Steve Stine shows you how to play some killer Texas blues licks, plus a few more. So you can use them in your next blues solo, or add bluesy mojo to any guitar solo or song. Try them out and let us know how it helps you improve your guitar playing skills.

P.S. Make sure you check out Steve's new course Creative Blues Soloing: https://guitarzoom.com/creativebluessoloing/promo/

Highlights: 

• Being more creative with how you play
• Creative blues soloing takes you out of your rut
• Doing little things to level up the playing
• Punching and raking 
• Use of sliding and jumping over strings technique
• How to kill double stops

Links:

https://guitarzoom.com

The Creative Blues Soloing: https://guitarzoom.com/creativebluessoloing/promo/

Links:

Check out the GuitarZoom Academy:
https://academy.guitarzoom.com/

• Steve’s Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/stinemus...
• GuitarZoom Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/guitarz0...
• Songs Channel → https://www.youtube.com/user/GuitarSo... .