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The Melodic Minor Scale Deconstructed Part 1
The melodic minor scale is known as the jazz minor scale among seasoned musicians, because of the minor major(-Maj7) sound it creates in your solos. Frequently used by jazz musicians, this notorious sound has also made its appearance in fusion and rock music. The melodic minor has been getting a lot of attention lately because of its unique sound and ability to add a new depth of colour and... -
Top 5 Chord Progressions
The top 5 chord progressions are the order in which chords are played in a song. They are the foundation of harmony in Western music from the Classical period to the 21st century. Chord progressions define how the melody and rhythm of a song will be determined. Chord progressions are identified by using Roman numerals, this enables players to quickly transpose to a new key and recognise the song’s progression. All styles of music have... -
Top 5 Electric Guitars
The universe of guitars can appear to be overwhelming to explore. Every guitar has a soul of its own, so it can be hard to choose when buying a new “axe”. However, there are guitars that have become staples of the music industry. Here are the top 5 electric guitars that I recommend checking out: 1. Fender Stratocaster (Bolt-On Neck) Designed in 1954 by Leo Fender, George Fullerton and...