The Dorian Mode

This course is a detailed study of the second mode of the major scale –the Dorian mode. This is one of the most important modes to learn and is widely used in all styles of music. The Dorian is a minor mode, meaning that it is typically used with minor chords. This course will initially […]

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The Dorian Mode – Study Piece #1

When learning to play a mode all over the fingerboard, it’s also important to put it to use in some actual lines, so that you can hear it in action. This piece – which is based on the D Dorian mode – will enable you to become comfortable with using the mode, whilst giving your […]

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The Dorian Mode – Study Piece #2

When learning to play a mode all over the fingerboard, it’s also important to put it to use in some actual lines, so that you can hear it in action. This piece – which is based on the A Dorian mode – will enable you to become comfortable with using the mode, whilst giving your […]

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The Phrygian Mode

In this course is a deep dive into the third mode of the major scale, the Phrygian mode. This is another minor mode, suitable for use with minor seventh chords, particularly if a ‘flattened ninth’ sound is desirable. These lessons will show you how to play the E Phrygian mode all over the fingerboard using […]

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The Phrygian Mode – Study Piece #1

When learning to play a mode all over the fingerboard, it’s also important to put it to use in some actual lines, so that you can hear it in action. This piece – which is based on the E Phrygian mode – will enable you to become comfortable with using the mode, whilst giving your […]

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The Phrygian Mode – Study Piece #2

When learning to play a mode all over the fingerboard, it’s also important to put it to use in some actual lines, so that you can hear it in action. This funk/hip-hop piece – which is based on the E Phrygian mode – will enable you to become comfortable with using the mode, whilst giving […]

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The Lydian Mode

This course is an in-depth look at the fourth mode of the major scale, the Lydian mode. This is a great mode to know as it has a unique sound and can be used over a major seventh chord when you want something less obvious than the major scale/Ionian mode. The course initially focuses on […]

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The Lydian Mode – Study Piece #1

When learning to play a mode all over the fingerboard, it’s also important to put it to use in some actual lines, so that you can hear it in action. This piece – which is based on the F Lydian mode – will enable you to become comfortable with using the mode, whilst giving your […]

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The Mixolydian Mode

In this course takes an in-depth look at the fifth mode of the major scale, the Mixolydian mode. This is one of the most useful modes to know and it’s frequently used in all styles music, making it an important mode to get under your belt. The course initially focuses on learning the G Mixolydian […]

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The Mixolydian Mode – Study Piece #1

When learning to play a mode all over the fingerboard, it’s also important to put it to use in some actual lines, so that you can hear it in action. This piece – which is based on the G Mixolydian mode – will enable you to become comfortable with using the mode, whilst giving your […]

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