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Mark Lincoln Live Video Chat: Monday, November 23rd at 4:00 PM for 3 hours
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This teacher as well as dozens of others not only offer you a ton of lessons, but they are also available daily to answer your questions via webcam. Signing up to JamPlay.com grants you instant access to Mark's lessons and webcam sessions..
Mark Lincoln covers an acoustic version of the song "Times Like These" by Foo Fighters.
Mark Lincoln covers the song "Wooden Ships" by Crosby, Stills & Nash. This is an easy, but fun, acoustic strumming song.
This lesson is all about the basics. Mark explains guitar parts, holding the guitar, and more.
Mark begins by discussing equipment every guitarist should own. Then, he introduces chords and proper tuning methods.
Mark finishes his discussion of the "open" chords. He applies these chords to basic rhythm and strumming concepts.
Mark reviews the major chords and introduces the minor chords. He also covers strumming techniques in greater depth.
Mark introduces a few more minor chords. He also provides a monster chord exercise.
Mark Lincoln continues his discussion of chords and strumming. He introduces several new exercises in this lesson.
Mark covers several topics in this lesson. He explains scales and barre chords. He also demonstrates how to find notes on the fretboard.
Mark Lincoln covers E shaped barre chords in greater depth. Mark refers to these chords as "Type 1" barre chords.
Mark covers the A Shape / Type 2 barre chords in greater depth.
Mark introduces minor barre chords that utilize the shape of the "open" Em chord.
Mark introduces minor barre chords based on the shape of the "open" Am chord. He refers to these chords as "Type 2 Minor" barre chords.
Mark demonstrates abbreviated versions of the "Type 1" and "Type 2" barre chords. He calls these "mini barre" chords.
Mark teaches the "mini barre" version of the A major shaped barre chord. He also explains dissonance.
Mark Lincoln applies mini barre chord concepts to minor chords.
Mark Lincoln explains essential components of guitar technique.
Mark Lincoln explains how dynamics can enhance your playing. He covers topics such as volume, tempo, rests, and more.
Mark Lincoln explains more about guitar technique. This time around he introduces "transition strums" and continues his discussion of liquid chords.
Mark Lincoln explains what harmonics are and how they are played.
Mark Lincoln expands on the concept of liquid chords. He explains new chord variations and how they can be changed in mid strum.
Mark demonstrates how chord progressions can be spiced up by adding hammer-ons and pull-offs.
Mark explains how chord fingerings must be altered when applying "liquid chord" concepts. He also provides a few new "liquid chord" exercises.
Mark returns to the land of chords. This time around, he provides an exercise that contains four variations on the A chord.
Mark provides a chord progression that shifts from one D chord to another in six steps.
Mark delves deeper into chord construction and alternate chord voicings.
Mark tests your guitar knowledge with a pop quiz. Then, he discusses quantitative and qualitative changes.
In the 26th installment of his basic guitar series, Mark reviews the quantitative and qualitative changes he presented in lesson 25.
Mark provides exercises designed to make you a better rhythm player.
Mark Lincoln expands on the rhythm exercise from lesson 27. This time around he incorporates several C based chords.
Mark discusses proper playing technique. He provides a few exercises that facilitate right hand mechanics.
Mark provides an exercise that features two new chords - Cadd9 and Dsus2.
In the 31st lesson, Mark discusses his "finger glue" technique. This technique improves speed and accuracy.
Mark takes a step back in lesson 32 to explain how to make quick and accurate chord changes.
Mark reviews qualitative and quantitative changes. He explains how to keep time while performing these changes.
Mark discusses qualitative and quantitative changes within an A minor progression.
Mark Lincoln discusses several techniques that can be used when transitioning between chords.
In this lesson Mark again covers the subject of transitioning between chords. This time around he will make greater use of barre chords and include several helpful exercises.
In lesson 38, Mark discusses how playing single notes rather than chords can spice up your playing.
Lesson 39 is all about rocking out. Mark discusses some tips to take your playing to the next level.
Lesson 40 takes a deeper look at slash chords. Mark discusses why they're called slash chords, and how they are formed.
In lesson 41, Mark reviews the warm-up section and provides new tips on playing adequately from the wrist.
Mark builds further on barre chord techniques and liquid chords.
In lesson 43, Mark discusses additional skills related to learning and playing chords, specifically "liquification" of chords.
Lesson 44 is all about trying new things. Mark discusses experimenting with your playing in order to take it to the next level.
In this lesson, Mark once again talks about changing up chord derivatives to create a more unique sound.
In lesson 46, Mark explains how to maximize your options by maintaining chord shapes while playing.
Mark Lincoln teaches an original song entitled "Shine Like the Sun."
Mark teaches some useful information on how to mix postures, "finger glue", and techniques to make your chord changes speedy and more effective.
In this lesson Mark guides you through the world of alternate chord voicing. He teaches several shapes and shows how they can be used to enhance your playing.
Mark brings us a very appealing aspect to better understand the guitar. With his explanation of "liquified" chords, mark will explain how to move up and down the guitar to create different chord voicing.
Mark introduces you to the wonderful world of singing.
Mark Lincoln guides you through stretches and vocal exercises to warm up the voice.
Mark continues to discuss vocal warm-ups and exercises. Then, he moves on to explain vibrato.
Mark covers some singing terms and teaches an exercise that is used to "warm the breath".
Mark Lincoln talks more about vocal exercise and warm-up. He then moves on to discuss singing and playing at the same time.
Mark Lincoln provides more singing exercises to practice while playing your guitar.
Mark returns to singing and playing. Mark teaches proper form while singing and playing, cognitive exercises, and chord progression basics.
Mark Lincoln discusses song dynamics and the anatomy of songs. He also explains more about singing and playing.
Mark Lincoln applies singing and playing techniques to the Doors song "Riders on the Storm."
In lesson 11 of his performance series, Mark discusses the palm muting technique and how to separate your singing from your playing.
Mark discusses how alternating between arpeggios and strummed chords can add contrast and flair to your music.
Mark discusses silence in music and how it can transform a piece. Additionally, he explains how to use silence effectively in your playing.
In this lesson, Mark Lincoln talks more about warming up your voice and walks you through a few exercises that will aid this process.
Mark provides a lecture on items you should do and think about to become a proficient live player.
In this lesson, Mark delves into the concept of combining both your voice and guitar into one neat little package you can deliver to your listener.
Mark Brings us Lesson 17 today to explain the preparation that goes into a performance. Mark tracks back up to 36 hours in advance, and shows us some routines to prepare for a great show.
In this lesson, Mark teaches all of the diverse parts to a song with regards to dynamics.
In this episode, Mark talks about proper breathing techniques and routines. He gives us eight points to work off of when singing and playing together.
Mark Lincoln brings us a great play along opportunity. Mark provides lyrics as well as the chord progression for this play along. He also breaks down key elements such as palm muting, hammer-ons, bending, and strumming techniques..
Lesson 21 is a repeat of lesson 20's content only with a whole new set of chords and techniques. The"chords de jour" will be a little simpler than lesson 20's and will also include a much more in depth explanation of palm muting. ..
Mark Lincoln introduces his songwriting series. He provides a brief overview of some basic songwriting concepts.
Mark discusses chord relationships and chord construction. He also includes basic exercises that will help you compose your own chord progressions.
Mark further elaborates on chord relationships within a song. He covers the I, IV, V progression in greater depth and provides a new songwriting exercise.
Mark Lincoln shares several techniques that will help you turn chord progressions into complete songs.
Mark delves into the realm of writing lyrics. He provides tips for pulling melodies from chords. He also explains how to fit words to a melody.
In this lesson, Mark discusses some of the complexities of melody writing and how to pull it out of the chords you're playing.
Mark begins a discussion on phrasing, lyrics and melody - essential tools for any song writer.
In lesson 8, Mark delves deeper into how to pull a melody from the chords you are using.
Yet again, Mark Lincoln brings clarity to songwriting with an in depth explanation of octaves and alternating currents.
In this information packed lesson, Mark dives deep into how to deconstruct the process of writing lyrics from the evolution of decision, deconstruction, metaphor, and perspective. He provides insight into understanding these conce..
In this lesson Mark digs even deeper into the structure of a song.
Songs with Mark
1: Times Like These
Mark Lincoln covers an acoustic version of the song "Times Like These" by Foo Fighters.
- Runtime of 16:00 minutes
2: Wooden Ships
Mark Lincoln covers the song "Wooden Ships" by Crosby, Stills & Nash. This is an easy, but fun, acoustic strumming song.
- Runtime of 8:00 minutes
Basic Guitar with Mark Lincoln
1: Guitar Basics
This lesson is all about the basics. Mark explains guitar parts, holding the guitar, and more.
- Runtime of 13:12 minutes
2: Tuning, Gear, and Chords
Mark begins by discussing equipment every guitarist should own. Then, he introduces chords and proper tuning methods.
- Runtime of 17:28 minutes
3: Chords and Strumming
Mark finishes his discussion of the "open" chords. He applies these chords to basic rhythm and strumming concepts.
- Runtime of 17:33 minutes
4: Minor Chords and More
Mark reviews the major chords and introduces the minor chords. He also covers strumming techniques in greater depth.
- Runtime of 25:48 minutes
5: Expanding Chords
Mark introduces a few more minor chords. He also provides a monster chord exercise.
- Runtime of 16:36 minutes
6: Strumming Exercises
Mark Lincoln continues his discussion of chords and strumming. He introduces several new exercises in this lesson.
- Runtime of 19:30 minutes
7: Music Theory and Barre Chords
Mark covers several topics in this lesson. He explains scales and barre chords. He also demonstrates how to find notes on the fretboard.
- Runtime of 21:45 minutes
8: E Shape Barre Chords
Mark Lincoln covers E shaped barre chords in greater depth. Mark refers to these chords as "Type 1" barre chords.
- Runtime of 15:12 minutes
9: A Shape Barre Chords
Mark covers the A Shape / Type 2 barre chords in greater depth.
- Runtime of 17:12 minutes
10: Minor Barre Chords
Mark introduces minor barre chords that utilize the shape of the "open" Em chord.
- Runtime of 13:10 minutes
11: A Minor Shape Barre Chords
Mark introduces minor barre chords based on the shape of the "open" Am chord. He refers to these chords as "Type 2 Minor" barre chords.
- Runtime of 12:36 minutes
12: Mini Barre Chord
Mark demonstrates abbreviated versions of the "Type 1" and "Type 2" barre chords. He calls these "mini barre" chords.
- Runtime of 17:43 minutes
13: A Shape Mini Barre
Mark teaches the "mini barre" version of the A major shaped barre chord. He also explains dissonance.
- Runtime of 20:29 minutes
14: Minor Mini Barre Chords
Mark Lincoln applies mini barre chord concepts to minor chords.
- Runtime of 12:28 minutes
15: Guitar Technique
Mark Lincoln explains essential components of guitar technique.
- Runtime of 15:59 minutes
16: Guitar Dynamics
Mark Lincoln explains how dynamics can enhance your playing. He covers topics such as volume, tempo, rests, and more.
- Runtime of 27:48 minutes
17: Transistion Strums
Mark Lincoln explains more about guitar technique. This time around he introduces "transition strums" and continues his discussion of liquid chords.
- Runtime of 26:12 minutes
18: Harmonic Technique
Mark Lincoln explains what harmonics are and how they are played.
- Runtime of 15:31 minutes
19: Expanding Liquid Chords
Mark Lincoln expands on the concept of liquid chords. He explains new chord variations and how they can be changed in mid strum.
- Runtime of 16:21 minutes
20: Spicing Up Chords
Mark demonstrates how chord progressions can be spiced up by adding hammer-ons and pull-offs.
- Runtime of 12:21 minutes
21: Chord Fingering
Mark explains how chord fingerings must be altered when applying "liquid chord" concepts. He also provides a few new "liquid chord" exercises.
- Runtime of 11:10 minutes
22: Precision Strumming
Mark returns to the land of chords. This time around, he provides an exercise that contains four variations on the A chord.
- Runtime of 14:28 minutes
23: D to D in Six Steps
Mark provides a chord progression that shifts from one D chord to another in six steps.
- Runtime of 15:20 minutes
24: Chord Voicings and Construction
Mark delves deeper into chord construction and alternate chord voicings.
- Runtime of 13:36 minutes
25: Quantitative and Qualitative Changes
Mark tests your guitar knowledge with a pop quiz. Then, he discusses quantitative and qualitative changes.
- Runtime of 22:54 minutes
26: Quantitative and Qualitative Review
In the 26th installment of his basic guitar series, Mark reviews the quantitative and qualitative changes he presented in lesson 25.
- Runtime of 17:34 minutes
27: Rhythm and Guitar
Mark provides exercises designed to make you a better rhythm player.
- Runtime of 0:00 minutes
28: Expanded Rhythm Exercise
Mark Lincoln expands on the rhythm exercise from lesson 27. This time around he incorporates several C based chords.
- Runtime of 14:31 minutes
29: Hand Structure
Mark discusses proper playing technique. He provides a few exercises that facilitate right hand mechanics.
- Runtime of 17:20 minutes
30: Cadd9 and Dsus2
Mark provides an exercise that features two new chords - Cadd9 and Dsus2.
- Runtime of 0:00 minutes
31: Finger Glue and Flexibility
In the 31st lesson, Mark discusses his "finger glue" technique. This technique improves speed and accuracy.
- Runtime of 21:31 minutes
32: Reviewing Chord Changes
Mark takes a step back in lesson 32 to explain how to make quick and accurate chord changes.
- Runtime of 22:14 minutes
34: Keeping Time While Playing
Mark reviews qualitative and quantitative changes. He explains how to keep time while performing these changes.
- Runtime of 21:17 minutes
35: A Minor Progression
Mark discusses qualitative and quantitative changes within an A minor progression.
- Runtime of 19:56 minutes
36: Chord Transistions
Mark Lincoln discusses several techniques that can be used when transitioning between chords.
- Runtime of 21:43 minutes
37: Chord Transistions Revisited
In this lesson Mark again covers the subject of transitioning between chords. This time around he will make greater use of barre chords and include several helpful exercises.
- Runtime of 23:25 minutes
38: Playing Individual Notes
In lesson 38, Mark discusses how playing single notes rather than chords can spice up your playing.
- Runtime of 22:56 minutes
39: Rocking Out
Lesson 39 is all about rocking out. Mark discusses some tips to take your playing to the next level.
- Runtime of 18:80 minutes
40: Slash Chords
Lesson 40 takes a deeper look at slash chords. Mark discusses why they're called slash chords, and how they are formed.
- Runtime of 14:42 minutes
41: Strumming from the Wrist
In lesson 41, Mark reviews the warm-up section and provides new tips on playing adequately from the wrist.
- Runtime of 22:90 minutes
42: Raising the Barre
Mark builds further on barre chord techniques and liquid chords.
- Runtime of 17:24 minutes
43: Building on Your Chord Knowledge
In lesson 43, Mark discusses additional skills related to learning and playing chords, specifically "liquification" of chords.
- Runtime of 20:42 minutes
44: Experiment With Playing
Lesson 44 is all about trying new things. Mark discusses experimenting with your playing in order to take it to the next level.
- Runtime of 17:20 minutes
45: Diversifying
In this lesson, Mark once again talks about changing up chord derivatives to create a more unique sound.
- Runtime of 20:56 minutes
46: Shaping the Hands
In lesson 46, Mark explains how to maximize your options by maintaining chord shapes while playing.
- Runtime of 21:44 minutes
48: Shine Like the Sun
Mark Lincoln teaches an original song entitled "Shine Like the Sun."
- Runtime of 18:59 minutes
49: Changing Chords : Accuracy and Speed
Mark teaches some useful information on how to mix postures, "finger glue", and techniques to make your chord changes speedy and more effective.
- Runtime of 30:56 minutes
50: Play Along with Mulitple Chord Voicings
In this lesson Mark guides you through the world of alternate chord voicing. He teaches several shapes and shows how they can be used to enhance your playing.
- Runtime of 23:60 minutes
51: Understanding Liquified Chords
Mark brings us a very appealing aspect to better understand the guitar. With his explanation of "liquified" chords, mark will explain how to move up and down the guitar to create different chord voicing.
- Runtime of 25:32 minutes
Guitar Performance
1: Introduction to Singing
Mark introduces you to the wonderful world of singing.
- Runtime of 15:12 minutes
2: Vocal Exercises
Mark Lincoln guides you through stretches and vocal exercises to warm up the voice.
- Runtime of 23:12 minutes
3: Vocal Vibrato
Mark continues to discuss vocal warm-ups and exercises. Then, he moves on to explain vibrato.
- Runtime of 23:42 minutes
4: Warming the Breath
Mark covers some singing terms and teaches an exercise that is used to "warm the breath".
- Runtime of 19:10 minutes
5: Singing and Guitar
Mark Lincoln talks more about vocal exercise and warm-up. He then moves on to discuss singing and playing at the same time.
- Runtime of 26:12 minutes
6: Singing Exercise
Mark Lincoln provides more singing exercises to practice while playing your guitar.
- Runtime of 26:15 minutes
7: Singing and Playing Revisited
Mark returns to singing and playing. Mark teaches proper form while singing and playing, cognitive exercises, and chord progression basics.
- Runtime of 17:54 minutes
8: Anatomy and Dynamics
Mark Lincoln discusses song dynamics and the anatomy of songs. He also explains more about singing and playing.
- Runtime of 23:19 minutes
10: Technique Applied
Mark Lincoln applies singing and playing techniques to the Doors song "Riders on the Storm."
- Runtime of 17:19 minutes
11: Palm Muting and Separation
In lesson 11 of his performance series, Mark discusses the palm muting technique and how to separate your singing from your playing.
- Runtime of 23:30 minutes
12: Picking Vs. Strumming
Mark discusses how alternating between arpeggios and strummed chords can add contrast and flair to your music.
- Runtime of 15:20 minutes
13: Silence is Golden
Mark discusses silence in music and how it can transform a piece. Additionally, he explains how to use silence effectively in your playing.
- Runtime of 16:40 minutes
14: Warm-up and Practice
In this lesson, Mark Lincoln talks more about warming up your voice and walks you through a few exercises that will aid this process.
- Runtime of 16:14 minutes
15: Preparations for Playing Live
Mark provides a lecture on items you should do and think about to become a proficient live player.
- Runtime of 20:57 minutes
16: Voice and Guitar
In this lesson, Mark delves into the concept of combining both your voice and guitar into one neat little package you can deliver to your listener.
- Runtime of 21:47 minutes
17: A Day in the Life
Mark Brings us Lesson 17 today to explain the preparation that goes into a performance. Mark tracks back up to 36 hours in advance, and shows us some routines to prepare for a great show.
- Runtime of 19:90 minutes
18: The Dynamics of a Song
In this lesson, Mark teaches all of the diverse parts to a song with regards to dynamics.
- Runtime of 20:17 minutes
19: Proper Breathing Routines
In this episode, Mark talks about proper breathing techniques and routines. He gives us eight points to work off of when singing and playing together.
- Runtime of 23:34 minutes
20: Play Along with Mark Lincoln
Mark Lincoln brings us a great play along opportunity. Mark provides lyrics as well as the chord progression for this play along. He also breaks down key elements such as palm muting, hammer-ons, bending, and strumming techniques..
- Runtime of 24:60 minutes
21: Palm Muting Technique
Lesson 21 is a repeat of lesson 20's content only with a whole new set of chords and techniques. The"chords de jour" will be a little simpler than lesson 20's and will also include a much more in depth explanation of palm muting. ..
- Runtime of 20:50 minutes
Song Writing with Mark
1: Songwriting Basics
Mark Lincoln introduces his songwriting series. He provides a brief overview of some basic songwriting concepts.
- Runtime of 23:16 minutes
2: Choosing Chords
Mark discusses chord relationships and chord construction. He also includes basic exercises that will help you compose your own chord progressions.
- Runtime of 11:20 minutes
3: I, IV, V Progression
Mark further elaborates on chord relationships within a song. He covers the I, IV, V progression in greater depth and provides a new songwriting exercise.
- Runtime of 17:45 minutes
4: Song Technique
Mark Lincoln shares several techniques that will help you turn chord progressions into complete songs.
- Runtime of 16:20 minutes
5: Writing Lyrics and Melody Lines
Mark delves into the realm of writing lyrics. He provides tips for pulling melodies from chords. He also explains how to fit words to a melody.
- Runtime of 19:31 minutes
6: Pulling Out the Melody
In this lesson, Mark discusses some of the complexities of melody writing and how to pull it out of the chords you're playing.
- Runtime of 18:57 minutes
7: Lyrics and Melody
Mark begins a discussion on phrasing, lyrics and melody - essential tools for any song writer.
- Runtime of 29:48 minutes
8: Melody and Chords
In lesson 8, Mark delves deeper into how to pull a melody from the chords you are using.
- Runtime of 32:23 minutes
9: Octaves and Alternating Currents
Yet again, Mark Lincoln brings clarity to songwriting with an in depth explanation of octaves and alternating currents.
- Runtime of 18:60 minutes
10: Deconstruction of Writing Lyrics
In this information packed lesson, Mark dives deep into how to deconstruct the process of writing lyrics from the evolution of decision, deconstruction, metaphor, and perspective. He provides insight into understanding these conce..
- Runtime of 30:43 minutes
11: Enhancing the Development of Songwriting
In this lesson Mark digs even deeper into the structure of a song.
- Runtime of 24:15 minutes
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