Guitar lessons near me in Riverside, CA

The Tutor and Student discussed guitar playing techniques, focusing on improvisation, fretboard visualization, and using pentatonic scales effectively. The student practiced improvising over chord progressions and explored different rhythmic approaches. The tutor suggested intentional practice to expand playing beyond familiar patterns and chord shapes.

The session covered the concept of sixths in music theory, specifically within the key of D major. The student learned about natural and minor sixths, their relationships within scales, and how they apply to chord construction. They practiced identifying and playing these intervals and discussed the application of minor sixth chords within specific keys. The tutor suggested the student contemplate the relation between scales and understanding the relationships between the intervals.

The student and tutor worked on fingerpicking techniques in two songs, "Jolene" and "Blackbird". The student practiced drills to increase speed and smoothness in "Jolene", focusing on transitions between different sections of the song. For homework, the student will continue practicing these techniques and a video will be sent to reinforce the concepts discussed.

The Student learned guitar riffs for two songs: "Do I Want to Know?" and "Almighty." They worked on hammer-ons, slides, and finger positioning, with a focus on rhythm and transitions. The tutor recommended practicing the rhythm of "Do I Want to Know?" further.

The Student practiced chords (G, C, D7), melodies, and sight-reading using exercises from their guitar book. The Student was introduced to the concept of improvisation over a 12-bar blues progression. Homework includes practicing specific exercises, reviewing chords, and experimenting with improvisation.

Kristopher Gottlieb recently guided Karan Sheth through a comprehensive guitar lesson. Their time together focused on foundational elements like the CAGED system and various scales, alongside advanced improvisation techniques, incorporating chromaticism and sequencing. The lesson also delved into practical exercises for hybrid and sweep picking, as well as arpeggios. For continued inspiration, Kristopher suggested exploring artists such as Cynic and Shawn Lane. Karan's practice regimen for the upcoming week, leading up to their next lesson on Tuesday, includes mastering the discussed techniques, specifically the 1-2-3 and 2-3-4 string exercises.