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Rock Guitar with Matt Brown
Chuck Berry among others pioneered the style of rock and roll in the 1950's. Today, rock and roll remains the most popular genre of music. Over the years the genre has progressed & spawned many sub-genres: soft rock, classic rock, punk rock, and more. Dive into this Phase 2 set of lessons to become a master of rock.
Lesson 1
Proper Practicing
Learn how to get the most out of your time when practicing.
Length: 29:00
Introduction to Lead
Matt Brown discusses some of the fundamentals to playing lead.
Length: 15:41
Figuring Out Notes
Matt shows you the basics of figuring out any note on the guitar.
Length: 7:00
Scales
Learn the basic minor, natural, and major scales. Quite a few techniques & ideas start...
Length: 34:15
Major Scales
In this lesson, Matt takes you through the major scales & helps you to understand how...
Length: 20:25
Natural Minor Scales
Matt teaches the most common natural minor scale patterns.
Length: 13:24
Barre Chords
Learn how to establish finger independence and a few tips and tricks with barre chords.
Length: 37:18
Rock Licks
In this lesson, Matt Brown introduces a rock lick and shows how several famous players...
Length: 19:30
Rock Sequences
In this lesson Matt teaches some crucial rock sequences. He also explains how these sequences...
Length: 34:52
String Skipping
Matt Brown focuses on string skipping technique. He provides several exercises designed...
Length: 33:09
Rock Lead Guitar
Matt Brown demonstrates lead guitar techniques using Aerosmith's "Sweet Emotion" as an...
Length: 29:24
Solo Using Diatonic...
Matt Brown explains which scales can be used when playing a solo over a diatonic progression...
Length: 33:02
Diatonic Natural Minor
This lesson covers the natural minor scale and diatonic natural minor progressions. Matt...
Length: 24:55
Right Hand Technique
In lesson 19 Matt provides instruction on developing right hand skills including string...
Length: 26:38
Non-Diatonic Progressions
In lesson 20, Matt discusses chord progressions that don't follow a diatonic tonality.
Length: 29:07
Harmonic Minor
Matt begins to discuss and demonstrate the harmonic minor scale.
Length: 29:46
Improvising Over Harmonic...
In lesson 22, Matt continues his discussion of the harmonic minor tonality.
Length: 14:36
Sweet Child O' Mine
In lesson 23, Matt takes a look at the solo section for the song "Sweet Child O' Mine."
Length: 19:43
Today
Matt will be taking a look at the solo section from the live version of the Smashing Pumpkins...
Length: 7:29
Back in Black
Matt Brown reviews and discusses the solo section to AC/DC's hit "Back in Black."
Length: 9:34
Brother
In lesson 26, Matt will be covering the solo section from the Alice in Chains song "Brother."
Length: 9:42
Matt's Rock Manifesto
Matt Brown discusses lead guitarists, what makes a good solo, and tips for your own lead...
Length: 41:06
Legato Playing Exercises
Matt Brown teaches a number of exercises aimed at improving your legato playing technique.
Length: 37:16
Right Hand Exercises
Matt Brown demonstrates a few exercises to build skill and speed in your right hand.
Length: 15:06
String Skipping Etude
Matt Brown teaches Heitor Villa-Lobos' 1st Etude as a lesson in string skipping.
Length: 38:47
Three Octave Scales
Matt Brown demonstrates how to play three octave versions of the minor pentatonic and...
Length: 16:56
Diatonic Intervals
Matt Brown demonstrates how to play all seven of the diatonic intervals within the framework...
Length: 23:01
Diatonic 7th Arpeggios
Matt Brown discuss diatonic arpeggios as a theory lesson as well as demonstrating the...
Length: 9:55
Diatonic 7ths Across...
Matt Brown explains how to play the diatonic seventh chords of the major scale. Similar...
Length: 10:46
Solo Ideas #1
Matt Brown teaches a progression and accompanying solo to demonstrate ideas for creating...
Length: 21:34
Solo Ideas #2
Matt Brown takes a look at another chord progression and solo.
Length: 17:29
Legato Playing Ideas
In lesson 37 of the Rock Series, Matt Brown demonstrates and talks about legato playing...
Length: 21:24
Rhythm Concepts
Matt Brown switches gears in lesson 38 to start talking about rhythm concepts for rock...
Length: 27:44
Compositional Techniques
Matt Brown discusses some often used techniques to build effective rock compositions.
Length: 17:27
Creative Chord Voicings
Matt Brown shows off some ways to add some creativity and originality to your rock chord...
Length: 11:59
Lead Approach
Matt Brown takes another look at his approach to soloing. He demonstrates ideas you can...
Length: 12:10
Lead Approach #2
Matt Brown adds practice to his lead approach by giving you another chord progression...
Length: 7:14
Lead Approach #3
Matt Brown has another chord progression and solo exercise to go over in this lesson on...
Length: 10:25
String Skipping Revisited
Matt Brown takes another look at string skipping. He breaks down some key areas of Matteo...
Length: 16:29Jazz Guitar with Matt
In this lesson set, Matt will teach you everything you need to know to fluently play jazz guitar.
Intro to Jazz
Check out this lesson to learn some basic jazz theory & chord voicings.
Length: 31:36
Voicings & Melodies
Learn some more advanced chord voicings as well as the Charleston rhythm.
Length: 19:13
Set II Voicings
Learn a handful of Set II voicings & round out your knowledge of the basic jazz chords.
Length: 27:08
Applying Chords / Solo...
Apply the chords you've learned & experiment with some solo ideas.
Length: 32:47
Scales and Chords Together
Learn which scales work with which jazz chord voicings.
Length: 43:00
Proper Practicing
Learn how to get the most out of your time when practicing.
Length: 31:00
Proper Practicing Part...
Here's the second installment of Matt's proper practicing lesson.
Length: 32:00
Physicalities of Playing
Learn how to avoid carpal tunnel and other hand injuries by using proper technique.
Length: 46:19
Lead and Scales
Matt Brown explains how to improvise over the changes to "All of Me."
Length: 7:54
Estudio No. 1.
Matt Brown begins talking about solo arrangements in this lesson. He teaches Carcassi's...
Length: 18:10
Reviewing the ii V I...
Matt Brown returns to his Jazz series with a review lesson. He applies the standard ii...
Length: 18:10
Turnback Progression
In lesson 14, Matt discusses the turnback progression in the jazz style.
Length: 22:20
Set Three Voicings
Matt brown discusses and demonstrates the set three voicings used in jazz guitar.
Length: 25:42
Jazz Solo Arrangement
In this lesson, Matt demonstrates how to practice jazz solo arrangements by taking a look...
Length: 35:10
Expanding on the 12...
In lesson 17, Matt reviews and expands on the jazz version of the 12 bar blues form.
Length: 23:20
Adding Voices
In this lesson, Matt adds to your voicing repertoire while playing the Charleston rhythm.
Length: 14:22
Key of B Flat Major
Matt Brown talks about lead options when playing a blues in B flat major.
Length: 23:35
Key of F
Matt Brown provides instruction and examples of playing jazz heads in the key of F. Once...
Length: 18:22
Jazz Heads in B Flat
Matt Brown takes another look at blues heads in the key of B flat. In this lesson, he...
Length: 10:03
Tools for Solo Arrangements
Matt Brown takes a look at a solo arrangement and provides thoughts and tools necessary...
Length: 23:13
Introduction to Bossa...
Matt Brown starts breaking down the rhythmic tendencies and patterns to the Brazilian...
Length: 17:56
Blue Bossa #1
In lesson 24 of his Jazz series, Matt takes a look at the melody to Blue Bossa.
Length: 9:12
Blue Bossa #2
Matt Brown takes a look at the available chord voicings for Blue Bossa.
Length: 10:39Reading Music and Rhythm
Matt brings all of his years of education right to you with this fantastic series on how to read music. You will start with the very basics and work up to some very advanced concepts.
Intro to Reading Music
This introductory lesson will walk you through the basics of reading music and reading...
Length: 15:07
Reading Music
Learn how to identify notes, the key signature, and the staff. Implement your reading...
Length: 43:32
Rhythm and Time Signatures
Learn the basics of notation and time signatures. Practice these concepts with a few timing...
Length: 22:01
3/4 Time Signatures
Now that you've learned a bit about 4/4 time, it's on to 3/4 time.
Length: 22:20
Reading Music Practice
Now that you know the basics of reading music, it's time to put that knowledge to work...
Length: 25:43
On Top of Old Smokey
Get some more practice reading music and rhythms during your rock fest rendition of "On...
Length: 15:54
He's Got the Whole World
Matt Brown reviews the G major scale and teaches an exercise based on "He's Got the Whole...
Length: 13:18
Amazing Grace
Matt Brown explains how to read music in the key of F major. He uses the song "Amazing...
Length: 15:22
Shoo, Fly
Matt Brown teaches the song "Shoo, Fly" as another excellent rhythm and reading example....
Length: 14:46
Scales and Key Signatures
Matt Brown returns with the 10th installment in his Reading and Rhythm series. In this...
Length: 14:09
Minor Key and Aura Lee
In this lesson Matt Brown covers the first minor key song in this series, "Aura Lee."
Length: 12:11
Scarborough Fair
In this lesson, Matt introduces the A Dorian mode. He applies it to the song "Scarborough...
Length: 16:29
Second Position
In lesson 13, Matt Brown discusses and demonstrates second position.
Length: 29:52
Rhythm
Lesson 14 is all about rhythm. Matt Brown discusses its importance and provides several...
Length: 20:17
On Top of Old Smokey...
Matt Brown reviews "On Top of Old Smokey." This time around, the melody is played in...
Length: 7:56
Reviewing Angels We...
For lesson 14, Matt Brown reviews "Angels We Have Heard On High." The melody is now played...
Length: 12:02
Rhythm Strumming
This lesson covers right hand rhythm technique. Matt introduces syncopated strumming...
Length: 25:38
Down by the Riverside
Matt teaches the melody to "Down by the Riverside" This tune is used as preparation for...
Length: 15:02
Accompaniment
Matt uses the song "Down by the Riverside" to teach accompaniment techniques for rhythm...
Length: 12:31
Fur Elise Pt 1
Matt teaches the classic tune "Fur Elise" in a two part series. For Part 1, Matt demonstrates...
Length: 24:03
Fur Elise Pt 2
In lesson 22, Matt teaches the accompaniment sections to Beethoven's "Fur Elise."
Length: 13:12
The Entertainer Pt 1
Lesson 23 starts a 2 part series on the classic tune "The Entertainer."
Length: 16:30
The Entertainer Pt 2
Lesson 24 completes the two part series on "The Entertainer." You will learn the accompaniment...
Length: 14:06
Sea to Sea Pt 1
Matt starts another 2 part lesson, this time on the tune "Sea to Sea" by William G. Leavitt.
Length: 20:36
Stars and Stripes Forever...
Matt introduces the B flat major scale and teaches the song Stars and Stripes Forever.
Length: 21:31
Stars and Stripes Forever...
Matt completes his two part series on "Stars and Stripes Forever" by teaching the accompaniment.
Length: 7:39
D Major in First and...
Matt Brown teaches the D Major scale in both first and second positions.
Length: 17:55
Danny Boy Pt. 1
Matt Brown demonstrates "Danny Boy" in both first and second positions.
Length: 16:28
Danny Boy Pt. 2
Matt Brown teaches the accompaniment to the "Danny Boy" melody.
Length: 12:03
Silent Night Pt. 2
Matt teaches the accompaniment to the "Silent Night" melody.
Length: 4:55
Funiculi Funicula Pt....
Matt Brown teaches "Funiculi Funicula" as an exercise in reading and playing in 6/8 time.
Length: 14:39
Funiculi Funicula Pt....
Matt Brown teaches the accompaniment to "Funiculi Funicula."
Length: 16:40
Strumming Triplets
In lesson 36, Matt provides exercises to help you strum triplet patterns.
Length: 23:30
Strumming Sixteenth...
In lesson 37, Matt Brown will demonstrate how to strum sixteenth note rhythms.
Length: 17:28
Song of the Volga Boatmen
Matt Brown demonstrates the melody and tips for playing the Russian folk tune "Song of...
Length: 11:33
Song of the Volga Boatmen...
In lesson 39, Matt teaches the accompaniment to "Song of the Volga Boatmen."
Length: 8:35
Dance of the Ukraine
Matt Brown teaches and demonstrates "Dance of the Ukraine."
Length: 15:37
Dance of the Ukraine...
Matt demonstrates the accompaniment to the "Dance of the Ukraine" melody.
Length: 13:36
Etude by Ferdinando...
Matt Brown teaches an etude for classical guitar by Ferdinando Carulli.
Length: 21:20
Morning Pt. 1
Matt Brown teaches the melody section to "Morning" by Edvard Grieg.
Length: 18:44
Bach's Minuet Pt. 2
In lesson 46, Matt Brown covers the accompaniment section to Bach's Minuet.
Length: 5:53
Little Prelude in C...
Matt Brown teaches the accompaniment to "Little Prelude in C" by Bach.
Length: 7:49
Clementi's Sonatina
Matt Brown teaches the 2nd guitar part to Muzio Clementi's famous "Sonatina."
Length: 23:46
Third Position
Matt takes a look at playing in third position. This lesson will set up future reading...
Length: 7:16
Third Position Practice
Matt Brown has you working through Jean Philippe Rameau's Minuet for third position playing...
Length: 15:11Ear Training with Matt Brown
Matt Brown provides instruction and exercise to facilitate ear training.
Chord Qualities
Matt Brown introduces his new series on ear training. He covers basic chord qualities...
Length: 39:01
Introduction to Intervals
Matt Brown offers up a lesson on how intervals are notated and their spacial relationships...
Length: 48:58
Hearing Intervals
In lesson three of his ear training series, Matt Brown explains how to identify melodic...
Length: 52:34
Harmonic Intervals
In lesson four, Matt Brown demonstrates listening techniques for identifying harmonically...
Length: 33:46
Progressions
Matt Brown discusses and demonstrates how to identify common chord progressions by ear.
Length: 30:09
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