Blues Rock Guitar Lesson: An Introduction to Power Chords with Jared James Nichols
One of the most common types of guitar chords that can be heard across musical styles ranging from classic to modern rock, blues, metal, and everything in between is the Power Chord. So, it’s no surprise that the Power Chord is a critical element and a staple within the blues rock guitar style and the genre in general. Therefore, it’s essential to fully understand what defines a Power Chord and master the associated performance techniques when learning to play hard rock and blues guitar.
Bluegrass Rhythm Guitar Lesson: Learn to Play “Shady Grove” with Chris Eldridge
A traditional Appalachian folk song thought to have originated in eastern Kentucky at the beginning of the 20th century, “Shady Grove” was quickly adopted into the bluegrass repertoire early on and has since become a staple of the genre. As such, it’s a piece that pickers, strummers, and fiddlers of all levels should be familiar with, and is a great tune to call at any jam session.
All 3 Versions of Bonaparte’s Retreat are now up!
We now have available Darol's lessons on all 3 versions of Bonaparte's Retreat, one of the most mellifluous and rewarding fiddle tunes out there. These are the most popular and most fun-to-play versions, from the easiest to some beautiful Appalachian-style bowing, to the template for Aaron Copland's orchestral work Rodeo. Be sure to check them all out!
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Beginner Piano Lesson: Major vs. Minor Pentascales with Zachary Deak
As you begin learning how to play piano, it’s important to develop an understanding of basic music theory while you build your technique and fundamental mechanics. One very critical piece of introductory music theory that beginner piano players all need to know is the difference between the two most common musical tonalities: major and minor.
New Podcast: An ArtistWorks Holiday Celebration
In this week’s special holiday episode of the ArtistWorks Music Series podcast, our co-founder Patricia Butler sits down to chat with seven of our ArtistWorks instructors: mandolin master Mike Marshall, shred guitar virtuoso Paul Gilbert, world-renowned fingerstyle guitarist Martin Taylor, Grammy Award-winning harmonica player Howard Levy, bluegrass banjo icon Tony Trischka, saxophone giant Eric Marienthal, and IBMA Award-winning mandolinist Sierra Hull. Together, these master musicians explore and perform some of the most meaningful music that inspires their holiday season, and share their favorite holiday memories as well. The show is available wherever you listen to podcasts, or you can listen here at ArtistWorks.
New Holiday Tunes Lessons Added!
Mike has just added 2 new holiday tune lessons, you can find them at the links below or in the HOLIDAY TUNES section of the lessons.
Click Here for "White Christmas"
Happy Holidays everyone!
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The Duo with the WDR Big Band Livestream Dec 18
The weirdest dream: Darol and Mike as The Duo, playing their music with the WDR Big Band in Cologne, Germany, led by legendary saxophonist Bob Mintzer.
Livestream on Youtube here: Dec 18: 11am West coast, 2PM East Coast, 1pm Central, etc.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tI5MKXqrhnU
Beginner Rock Guitar Lesson: How to Tune the Guitar with Kevin Barry
Before you pick up the electric guitar and begin performing, practicing, or even leisurely strumming your favorite songs, there is one critical step that always needs to be taken—checking the tuning of your instrument and adjusting as needed. Knowing how to tune the guitar properly is an essential skill that guitarists of all levels need to master, and is crucial for beginners to learn. Hearing the guitar in its proper tuning is especially important for first-time players as they begin to navigate the fretboard and develop their musical ears.
ArtistWorks Annual Holiday Sales Event 2021
Our annual ArtistWorks Holiday Sale is officially on! This holiday season, save 50% on any 12-month plan at ArtistWorks and start learning directly from a master musician today. Plus, as an added bonus, we’re offering access to our comprehensive Ear Training Course (a $39.99 value) absolutely free with your holiday purchase.
2021 Holiday Music Special: An ArtistWorks Livestream Event
We are excited to announce that at 4:30 pm PST on Tuesday, December 21, 2021, ArtistWorks will be hosting our Holiday Music Special—a free livestreamed event celebrating the holiday season and the wonderful music that accompanies it.