The Ultimate Guide For Guitarists

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE FOR GUITARISTS
CHAPTER ONE.
CONTENTS.
The history of the guitar Page 3
CHAPTER TWO.
The anatomy of the guitar Page 6
CHAPTER THREE.
Acoustic guitar vs. electric guitar Page 10
CHAPTER FOUR.
Top ten acoustic guitars for beginners Page 15
CHAPTER FIVE.
Top ten electric guitars for beginners Page 19
CHAPTER SIX.
Guitar improvisation: 10-week online guitar courses Page 23
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CHAPTER THE HISTORY
OF THE GUITAR
ONE.
It makes the girls go gaga at concerts. It shines a spotlight on
whoever wields its powers. It can change the mood of a room in
an instant. The modern guitar is a powerful tool and plays an
important part in music. In fact, it has played an important role in
music for the last 4000 years. While there are some theories about
where the guitar as we know it originated, there seems to be little
evidence to substantiate any of them.

Some believe the guitar evolved from the lute played in Ancient
Greece. Others believe that the guitar evolved from the “quitarra”,
a four-string musical instrument played in Spain. All the evidence
seems to point to an amalgamation and evolution of a few string
instruments, resulting in the modern-day guitar. Have a look at the
evidence below, and decide for yourself.
BOWL HARPS AND TANBURS

Bowl harps and tanburs are the oldest known string instruments.
They were made using tortoise shells and calabashes. A bent
stick acted as the neck, and one or more strings ran from one end
of the neck to the body. Archaeological discoveries place these
instruments within ancient Sumerian, Babylonian and Egyptian
civilizations. Tanburs are long, stringed instruments with a pear-
shaped body and an arched round back. The soundboard is made
from wood or hide. Over time, the neck of the instrument was
straightened to create more notes.
THE LUTE
The lute is of Arabic descent and had a small neck with a pear-
shaped body. The lute was first introduced to Spain by traders. It
was used in a great variety of instrumental music from the Medieval
to the late Baroque eras and is said to be the most important
instrument for secular music during the Renaissance.

DOTAR/SITAR
The “tar” in guitar is a Sanskrit word meaning string. One of the
primary instruments of the Indian folk music is the dotar or an
instrument made from two strings played by strumming. The sitar
originated in Persia. Some even say a sitar or electric sitar is closer
to sounding like an electric guitar.
CLASSICAL GUITAR
The five-string guitar was developed in Europe during the
Renaissance period. It’s during this time that the tuning of the
instrument changed to ADGBE and the size of the neck was
increased from 8 frets to 12 frets. In the 19th century, the five-
course guitar gave way to the six-course guitar or the classical
guitar as it is popularly known. The first known classical guitar was
created by Antonio Torres. The design has remained unchallenged
to this day.
Stringed instruments can be found throughout history and theorists

still debate which one should be credited for the guitar as we know
it today.

CHAPTER THE ANATOMY
OF THE GUITAR
TWO.
The guitar is arguably one of the most beautiful instruments out
there, and when you listen to music aficionados describe it, you’d
be forgiven for thinking they were describing a fine wine. To get to
grips with one of the world’s most played instruments, we take a
look at the parts that make a whole lot of great music.

BODY
The body is the part of the guitar that consists of the soundbox
(acoustic or classical guitar) or the different pickup combinations
(electric guitar). It is made from different types of wood such
as rosewood, maple or walnut. Different types of wood produce
different sounds.
The body can be hollow, semi-solid or solid, depending on the
artist’s choice and where the guitar will be used the most. Cutaway
and rounded are the two common body shapes found in acoustic
guitars. Electric guitars can have single cutaway, like the Les Paul,
or double cutaway like the Stratocaster.
The guitar also consists of the bridge and the tailpiece. Both ensure
that the strings are held in place. In electric guitars, the pickups are
present in the region between the bridge and the neck.
NECK
The neck is where the finger movements take place across the
string. The neck is divided into slots called frets; a string strummed
while pressed down on a particular fret plays a certain note. The
tuning of the guitar determines the note played by each fret. Most
guitars have inlays on the frets to indicate which fret number is
being played. Some guitars have a truss rod inside the neck for
better stability and to help keep it steady during weather changes.

HEADSTOCK
The headstock can be found at the top of the neck. The headstock
consists of tuning keys around which the strings are tightly
wrapped. Each string is tuned to a different note depending on the
type of music being played and the musician’s preference.
EADGBE (top to bottom) is the standard tuning on any

guitar, and it is done by adjusting the tuning keys. The model
and manufacturer’s name can also be found on the headstock.
The headstock is the most sensitive part of the guitar and should be
handled with care.

STRINGS
Strings can be made from either steel or nylon. Acoustic and
electric guitars all have strings made of steel while classical guitars
have strings made of nylon. Nylon strings are gentler on the
fingertips, and are often the guitar of choice for many fingerstyle
guitarists. The strings are numbered from bottom to top, with the
bottom one being the thinnest.
PICK
A pick is a small flat triangular plastic that is used to strum
the guitar. Picks vary in thickness and in some cases material.
Fingerstyle guitarists prefer plucking strings with their bare fingers,
or grow their nails slightly longer to create a stronger and more
clearly defined sound. However, most guitarists prefer using a pick.

CHAPTER ACOUSTIC GUITAR
VS. ELECTRIC GUITAR
THREE.
Guitars are one of the most beautiful instruments in the world of
music. They feature in just about every genre of music and often
inspire music enthusiasts to take the leap and become budding
musicians. Whether you’re serenading a sweetheart or enjoying a
jam session with a few friends, the humble guitar always seems to
steal the show. But with so many guitar options out there, it can be
quite tough to decide which guitar – acoustic or electric – is right
for you. Here’s a quick summary to help you make the best pick.

ACOUSTIC GUITAR
Whether it’s Dylan’s Blowin’ in the Wind or Ed Sheeran’s
Shape of You, almost every song nowadays is covered on an
acoustic guitar. So, if you choose an acoustic, you’re in good
company. You’re also not limited to a genre of music. The acoustic
guitar features just about everywhere, from rock ‘n’ roll, country
and classical to hip-hop and pop.
PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES
An acoustic guitar has a hollow soundbox which resonates the
sound of the strings. The semi-acoustic versions lie somewhere
between an electric guitar and an acoustic guitar and are used
mostly during live performances where they are connected to an
amplifier for more sound. The shape or cut of the soundbox also
varies between acoustic guitar models. Most have a round cut near
the neck, while others have two F-shaped cuts on either side of the
strings that give the guitar a “horned” appearance. The body shapes
of guitars also vary. There’s the dreadnought, the jumbo, the jumbo
auditorium, the parlor and many more.

PRICING
Acoustic guitars are usually a bit cheaper than electric guitars, but
higher-end and custom models from Gibson, Fender and other
big companies can be expensive. If you’re a beginner guitarist, we
suggest opting for a quality acoustic guitar to learn the ropes. Once
you’re more comfortable and have started developing your style,
the (guitar) world is your oyster.
WHY CHOOSE AN ACOUSTIC GUITAR?

Popular opinion says acoustic guitars are great for beginners
because they are more difficult to play. And training your fingers to
move (and develop calluses) on nylon strings will see you transition
more easily to an electric guitar in a few years’ time. You see, the
wood top of an acoustic guitar must vibrate to project the sound.
This requires heavier gauge strings along with slightly firmer
picking and fingering. The body of the acoustic guitar is much
larger than the electric guitar and usually has a thicker neck to
support the tension of the heavier strings. Acoustic guitars are also
less intrusive than electric guitars (with all the additional gear).
They take up less space and chances are you won’t get any noise
complaints from neighbors.

ELECTRIC GUITAR
When you first pictured yourself as a guitarist, we bet you saw a
stadium packed with adoring fans looking on as you effortlessly
shredded an electric guitar. The electric guitar sure does look like it
gives you immediate stage cred, but you’ll probably have to master
an acoustic guitar first.
PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES
Electric guitars work only when they are connected to an electric
source which produces sound, like an amplifier. They’re usually
sleeker and heavier than acoustic guitars. Instead of a soundbox,
the body is made from solid wood with an electric layout
underneath it to carry sound. The sound is carried by pickups
which are present on the body of the guitar. There are two types
of pickups – humbucker and single-coiled. The tone of the electric
guitar depends mostly on the arrangement of pickups on the body.
Guitars like the Gibson Les Paul have a heavier sound, which is
suited to hard rock. Guitars like the Stratocaster have excellent
tones for playing the blues. The neck length and width also play
an important role in determining the sound of the guitar. Electric
guitars can be connected to different types of pedals and mixers
operated by foot to produce a variety of different sounds.

PRICING
Electric guitars work out slightly more expensive than acoustic guitars
because of all the additional gear needed. But you don’t need to buy it
all at once. If you’re in the market for your first electric guitar, opt for a
reliable, cheaper option and build your setup piece-by-piece. Cheaper
electric guitars often give musicians more opportunity to tinker and
fix things that go wrong themselves. What a way to get to know the
electric guitar!
WHY CHOOSE AN ELECTRIC GUITAR?

Electric guitars are physically somewhat easier to play, assuming they are
properly adjusted, because they have a smaller body, thinner neck, and use
lighter gauge strings. The pickups and amplifier do all the work of projecting
the sound, so a lighter touch along with lighter strings makes it easier to
play. An electric guitar needs to be plugged into an amplifier, which must
be turned on before playing. For some, the extra effort to carry equipment
around, plugging it into an amplifier and turning it on may be enough to keep
them from playing as often or taking advantage of a spontaneous moment
to pick it up and play. If you’re living with other people or your neighbors are
sensitive to noise, you’ll need to consider carefully before you purchase an
electric guitar.
Acoustic guitars and electric guitars are two of the most common types of
guitar found in the world, and most famous guitarists play both to enjoy a
wide range of sound. The three most important things to remember when
purchasing a guitar are:
• Have a budget in mind and stick to it.

• Don’t buy it unless you have tried and tested it.
• The best guitar for you is the one you desire to play the most.
CHAPTER TOP TEN ACOUSTIC
GUITARS FOR BEGINNERS
FOUR.
We’re glad you’re up for the challenge! Learning to play an
instrument like the guitar can be challenging, fun and perhaps a tad
overwhelming with all the options and opinions out there. Which
guitar to choose ... Where to learn to play the guitar ... Whose
advice to follow ... *Phew.* You’re not alone. Many musicians
starting out usually opt for mastering the acoustic guitar first. If
you’re starting out as a novice and want to buy a good first guitar,
then here are ten acoustic guitars which you could consider buying.

#1 YAMAHA FG730S
A dreadnought body shape with a solid spruce top and a rosewood
back and sides is a timeless Yamaha acoustic guitar look. Yamaha
are geniuses when it comes to musical instruments, and the sound
of this guitar is proof. The weight is perfect, and it has an all-
around sound.
#2 EPIPHONE HUMMINGBIRD PRO

The Epiphone Hummingbird Pro is an entry-level acoustic guitar in
the famous Hummingbird series. Built from a one-piece spruce top
and a mahogany back, the guitar has a melodious sound. It also has
a built-in pickup, which means it can be connected to an amplifier
too.
#3 WASHBURN WD 10SCE
The Washburn acoustic guitar has a cutaway dreadnought design,
which means the frets are more accessible to the player.
A built-in pickup and tuner make this acoustic guitar a great
beginner’s guitar.
#4 SEAGULL S6
Crafted from cedar wood with a wild cherry back, the S6 is often
said to be the perfect guitar to start off with. The headstock is
tapered, meaning that tuning won’t be a problem. The fretboard is
made out of rosewood.

#5 FENDER TIM ARMSTRONG HELLCAT
The Fender Tim Armstrong Hellcat is the most offbeat beginner’s
guitar, owing to its build and sound. It is also more on the
expensive side. Fender has been known as master guitar luthiers,
and the Hellcat’s sound, woody look, onboard amp and tuner make
it oh-so-irresistible.
#6 ROGUE RA-090-DREADNOUGHT
This might be the cheapest beginner’s guitar of them all and yet not
the worst. If anything, the Dreadnought scores higher than some
expensive guitars in terms of action and sound.
#7 LUNA SAFARI SUPREME

With any Luna guitar, you get a lot of bang for your buck, and the
Safari Supreme is no different. It is easy to carry and looks like
it belongs in the spotlight on a stage. It sounds great and isn’t
expensive at all. Overall, a good beginner’s guitar.
#8 TAYLOR GS MINI
You know what they say – dynamite comes in small packages. The
Taylor GS Mini is an astounding all-rounder that can produce a
range of different sounds. This guitar packs Taylor’s custom sound
into a small package. The best part? It is really affordable!

#9 YAMAHA NTX700
As said before, Yamaha is the best at what they do and their
acoustic guitars are truly amazing instruments. The sound is
beautiful and on par with most of the high-end classical guitars on
the market.
#10 Antonio Hermosa AH-15

Essentially a flamenco guitar, the Antonio Hermosa AH-15 has a
hybrid design and can play good acoustics as well. Its unique design
gives a very distinct sound not found in other guitars in the same
range. Overall, an excellent beginner’s guitar.
No matter whom you talk to, which blogs you read or which
guitarist you idolize, everyone has their favorite acoustic guitar.
Print out the list above and head down to your local guitar shop.
Work your way through the list and try out them all. The right
guitar will find you and, in a few years’ time, you’ll be ready to learn
about guitar improvisation with Scott Henderson.

CHAPTER TOP TEN ELECTRIC
GUITARS FOR BEGINNERS
FIVE.
Choosing your first electric guitar can be a tough task since there
are thousands of guitars to choose from, each with their own sound
and style. We get it; you want something that will make you feel
like a rockstar, while also delivering quality tones. Most musicians
prefer going for well known brand names, while some look for
specific models. Here is a list of ten great guitars you should
consider buying if it’s your first one.

#1 EPIPHONE LES PAUL STANDARD
If you like Slash or Zakk Wylde and want to play like them, then
you should consider starting out with a Les Paul. And what could
be better than the Epiphone Les Paul Standard? The guitar is a
cheaper version of the more famous Gibson Les Paul or Epiphone’s
own line of Les Paul. It has the same double humbuckers found in
all Les Paul guitars.
#2 FENDER SQUIER STRATOCASTER

Who in the guitar world hasn’t heard of the iconic Fender
Stratocaster? From Jimi Hendrix to Eric Clapton to Kurt Cobain,
the Stratocaster is the real deal. Boasting a wide range of sounds
and tones, the Squire Stratocaster is the cheaper version of the
original, with a very similar look, feel and sound.
#3 IBANEZ RG450DX
If you like metal, then Ibanez is the electric guitar for you. With
great action, the Ibanez RG450DX is one of the best beginner
electric guitars in the market and can cover a range of sounds.
#4 YAMAHA PACIFICA SERIES

The Pacifica series by Yamaha is great for beginners. It is cheap,
has a strat look to it and sounds like an expensive guitar. A
humbucker and two single-coiled pickups ensure that players can
belt out their favorite songs with a wide variety of tones.

#5 JACKSON JS23 DINKY DKA
Jackson guitars are great for hard rock and metal. Its speed-neck
provides fast action and the fretboard is smooth, ensuring great
playability.
#6 SQUIER AFFINITY TELECASTER BY FENDER

The Telecaster was one of the first electric guitars introduced and
has been played by legends like Keith Richards and James Burton.
If you like the sound of Telecaster, this guitar should be perfect.
#7 EPIPHONE SG G-400 PRO

Another iconic guitar in the list is the Epiphone SG G-400 Pro. The
SG guitar was the chosen axe for rock greats like Frank Zappa, Tony
Iommi and Angus Young. The Pro is a recreation of the original SG
but at a much lower price.
#8 ESP LTD M100FM

The ESP has all the qualities of a beginner’s guitar, and with
an awesome build quality and tone, it is a great guitar for live
performances.

#9 SQUIER BY FENDER VINTAGE
MODIFIED JAGUAR ELECTRIC GUITAR
The right guitar for country music, the Squire Jaguar is in a league
of its own. It looks attractive and creates funky sounds fit for the
rock ‘n’ roll beginners.
#10 IBANEZ ARTCORE AS53

Another Ibanez makes the cut; this time it is the Artcore AS53. A
semi-hollow body guitar and solid build coupled with rich, warm
and full tones make it a good guitar to start out with.
Buying your first electric guitar is a lot like buying your first car.
You want something reliable and easy on the eye, which delivers
what it promised on paper. The price tag must also be practical.
You’re just starting out and, who knows, you might change your
style preferences a few months down the line. You don’t want to be
stuck with an expensive paperweight.
If you’ve just started exploring the world of guitar playing, choose

a guitar that is going to inspire you to start and keep playing. If this
isn’t your first rodeo, any of the top ten electric guitars will serve
you well on your journey to becoming a better musician. So, take
your pick!

CHAPTER GUITAR IMPROVISATION:
10-WEEK ONLINE GUITAR
COURSES
SIX. MI Online brings two guitar legends right to your living room. Scott
Henderson and Oz Noy have toured the world, released multiple
albums and won a plethora of awards respectively.
No matter where you are in the world, you now have access to
both these guitar masters through MI Online’s 10-week guitar
improvisation courses. Become a better musician by learning the
techniques these industry heavyweights are known for.

MEET SCOTT
HENDERSON.
Scott Henderson’s body of work as a solo artist, as co-leader of
the legendary fusion band Tribal Tech, and as sideman to jazz-
fusion keyboard legends Joe Zawinul and Chick Corea, has earned
him numerous #1 Jazz Guitarist accolades from the major guitar
magazines.
Having toured in more than over 60 countries many times over,

while putting in 30-plus years as an instructor at the famed Guitar
Institute of Technology in Hollywood, California, he has recorded
more than 20 albums as a leader, including 10 with Tribal Tech.
Scott’s focus on beautiful tone alongside his striking ability to blend

rock, blues, funk, and jazz, has helped him to develop a popular,
soulful, and unique voice on the guitar.

SCOTT HENDERSON’S
APPROACH TO GUITAR
IMPROVISATION
Legendary guitarist Scott Henderson will take you through the
basic approaches to improvisation and general organization on the
guitar. This 10-week online course will also explore the application
of diatonic scales and the approaches to the modes of the melodic
minor scale, as well as other advanced scales.
TIME COMMITMENT:
10 WEEKS, 6-8 HOURS/WEEK
SKILL LEVEL:
INTERMEDIATE - ADVANCED
CERTIFICATE OF ACCOMPLISHMENT:
GRADE OF 70%+
LANGUAGE:
ENGLISH

WHAT GEAR
WILL I NEED?
A computer (PC/Mac) with at least 4 GB RAM
An internet line with an average speed of 10 Mbps or faster is

recommended, as well as an Ethernet cable instead of Wi-Fi
The ability to make basic recordings of yourself.
Recommended recording software includes Audacity, GarageBand,

Logic, ProTools, to name a few
The ability to connect with the instructor via video chat

applications
A guitar and an amplifier
Chrome or Firefox internet browsers are recommended on iOS,

MacOS, Windows or Android
Full access to install software on the computer you are using

UNIT 5: THE MODES OF THE MELODIC MINOR SCALE PART 1
LEARN FROM THE For a more tension-based sound over dominant chords, few scales
are as unique as the Super Locrian scale. Scott goes in-depth on
LEGENDS, ONLINE this dissonant and unusual sounding scale.
The goal of this course is to offer unique insight into how one
UNIT 6: THE MODES OF THE MELODIC MINOR SCALE PART 2
of the most respected guitarists in the industry approaches music-
making, how he communicates with the guitar to The Melodic Minor scale has modes, just as you find with the
achieve his instantly recognizable voice, and how he has built major scale, and many of these modes are essential for jazz
his unique musical vocabulary. This is a rare opportunity improvisers.
to learn from a true guitar master Scott Henderson and to develop
your musical artistry.
UNIT 7: THE DIMINISHED SCALE
Scott sheds light on the use of the symmetrical diminished scale.
UNIT 1: THE CAGED/FIVE-PATTERN SYSTEM
Learn the CAGED/Five-pattern system, an efficient system for UNIT 8: CHROMATIC CHORD TONE EMBELLISHMENT
organizing scales on the neck that has been in use at Musicians To achieve a more traditional jazz sound, Chromatic Chord Tone
Institute since 1977. Embellishment is a concept which will enable you to nail that
sound pretty quickly.
UNIT 2: THE MODES
The modes of the major scale can be hard to understand. Scott
will explain how the modes work and will demonstrate the Dorian, UNIT 9: GUITAR FRETBOARD APPROACHES
Phrygian, Lydian, Mixolydian, Aeolian and Locrian scales. The guitar fretboard can be approached in many ways, Scott
discusses one of the methods he has used over the years to develop
UNIT 3: THE DORIAN AND PHRYGIAN SCALES freedom on the neck.
IIn depth work on the Dorian and the Phrygian mode, two of the
more exotic minor scales found in the diatonic system.
UNIT 10: CHORD VOCABULARY
UNIT 4: The MELODIC MINOR SCALE Learning chords is a lifelong endeavor. Scott has a unique way of
The Melodic Minor Scale is one of the most important scales to making the most out of every chord he learns, and shares his
master for jazz improvisers. Scott discusses how to approach the approach which will give you a completely new perspective on
scale and why it is such an important concept to understand. chord voicings.

MEET OZ NOY.
If you ask Oz Noy what type of music he plays, he’ll tell you it’s jazz;
it just doesn’t sound like it. Perhaps his intoxicating sound comes
from his early career when he started playing jazz, blues, pop and
rock music professionally at the age of 13. Having achieved local
success in Israel by the time he was 24, Oz set his sights on the
Big Apple, and in 1996 he made the move. The rest, as they say, is
history.
With eight studio albums released under the acclaimed Magna

Carta Records and awards that include Best Guitar Riff on Record
and Best Out There Guitar Player, it comes as no surprise that
Oz has collaborated with some of the world’s top music talent,
including Richard Bona, Chris Botti, Gavin DeGraw, Harry
Belafonte, Cyndi Lauper, Clay Aiken, Akiko Yano, Wonder Girls,
Toni Braxton, Phoebe Snow, Nile Rogers, Mike Clark, Jeff ‘Tain’
Watts, Dave Weckl, Mike Manieri, John Patitucci, The East Village
Opera Company and many, many more.

OZ NOY’S TWISTED
GUITAR IMPROVISATION
In this course, master guitarist Oz Noy will show you numerous
methods he has mastered throughout his career to develop his
unique style and highly personal approach to the guitar. The course
will cover topics such as the three types of tonality, fretboard
organization, jumping intervals, voice leading, double stops,
pentatonic bending points, directional playing, triads and chord
tone embellishment, plus ideas and tips for composing.
TIME COMMITMENT:
10 WEEKS, 6-8 HOURS/WEEK
SKILL LEVEL:
INTERMEDIATE - ADVANCED
CERTIFICATE OF ACCOMPLISHMENT:
GRADE OF 70%+
LANGUAGE:
ENGLISH

WHAT GEAR
WILL I NEED?
A computer (PC/Mac) with at least 4 GB RAM
An internet line with an average speed of 10 Mbps or faster is

recommended, as well as an Ethernet cable instead of Wi-Fi
The ability to make basic recordings of yourself.
Recommended recording software includes Audacity, GarageBand,

Logic, ProTools, to name a few
The ability to connect with the instructor via video chat

applications
A guitar and an amplifier
Chrome or Firefox internet browsers are recommended on iOS,

MacOS, Windows or Android
Full access to install software on the computer you are using

LEARN FROM THE
LEGENDS, ONLINE
The goal of this course is to give you a deep insight into how Oz Noy UNIT 2: MAJOR TONALITIES
has developed his revolutionary and unique playing style, and how Oz will demonstrate how he approaches minor tonalities and will
his approach can benefit your development as a guitarist and take you through the exercises he uses achieving the same result as
musician. The methods that Oz demonstrates in the course are the with major scales.
most important tools he has used for his own development
UNIT 3: DOMINANT TONALITIES
throughout the years. After this course, you should have gained
The dominant tonalities have the most amount of variety of all
a thorough understanding of how Oz has practiced and what he has
types of harmony, and in this jam packed lesson Oz will take you
focused on over the years to become the master musician he is through the scales and approaches he uses to get the most out of
today. any dominant chord based situation.
UNIT 4: PENTATONIC SCALE

UNIT 1: MAJOR TONALITIES Pentatonic scales can seem deceivingly easy, but in this lesson Oz
Learn how Oz defines the three types of tonalities we use in will show you to expand your usage of Pentatonic scales.
contemporary music, starting with major tonalities. Oz will also
explain his method of organizing the fretboard, and will
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UNIT 6: DIRECTIONAL PLAYING
It is common to for many guitarists to rely on their “boxes” or
comfortable “patterns” when they play. Oz will break down all the
concepts of how to relate to the fretboard in this lesson, and will
give you a complete overhaul of how you think about the guitar
fretboard.
UNIT 7: TRIADS AND CHORD TONE EMBELLISHMENT

One of the most important concepts for improvising musicians is
to be able to improvise and relate to chord tones. Embellishing
chord tones for stronger phrases is a key concepts of you want to
master improvisation at a deeper level.
UNIT 8: COMPOSING IDEAS AND TIPS PART 1

Composing original music is one of the most important aspects of
defining yourself as an artist. Oz will discuss how he approaches
composition from the view point of using drum grooves, bass
lines and vamps.

There are many ways of approaching the composition process, Oz
discusses how he often uses by exciting forms to come up with a
composition.

Although purely musically related principles is usually the
starting point for a composition, Oz demonstrates how he has
come up with compositions based on guitar tone and sound
effects.

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THE ULTIMATE GUIDE FOR GUITARISTS

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BOWL HARPS AND TANBURS

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Stringed instruments can be found throughout history and theorists

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EADGBE (top to bottom) is the standard tuning on any

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WHY CHOOSE AN ACOUSTIC GUITAR?

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WHY CHOOSE AN ELECTRIC GUITAR?

• Have a budget in mind and stick to it.

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#2 EPIPHONE HUMMINGBIRD PRO

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#7 LUNA SAFARI SUPREME

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#10 Antonio Hermosa AH-15

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#2 FENDER SQUIER STRATOCASTER

#4 YAMAHA PACIFICA SERIES

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#6 SQUIER AFFINITY TELECASTER BY FENDER

#7 EPIPHONE SG G-400 PRO

#8 ESP LTD M100FM

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#10 IBANEZ ARTCORE AS53

If you’ve just started exploring the world of guitar playing, choose

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Having toured in more than over 60 countries many times over,

Scott’s focus on beautiful tone alongside his striking ability to blend

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The ability to make basic recordings of yourself.

Recommended recording software includes Audacity, GarageBand,

The ability to connect with the instructor via video chat

A guitar and an amplifier

Chrome or Firefox internet browsers are recommended on iOS,

Full access to install software on the computer you are using

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With eight studio albums released under the acclaimed Magna

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An internet line with an average speed of 10 Mbps or faster is

The ability to make basic recordings of yourself.

Recommended recording software includes Audacity, GarageBand,

The ability to connect with the instructor via video chat

A guitar and an amplifier