music theory Archives - Gary Rebholz

How to use the harmonized scale

Learn about the harmonized scale, how to create and play it in any major key, and how to use its power in many important ways

Learn what dominant 7th chords are, how to make them on guitar, and why they serve such a critical function in modern music.

Thoroughly learn what the pentatonic scale is and how to use if to play lead guitar lines, solos, and improvisations.

Learn techniques to help you answer the question, “What chord is this?” for yourself. You can learn to answer the question quickly and easily.

Learn the basics of scale degrees and musical intervals. Knowing these concepts makes you a better musician and a more creative guitarist.

Learn how easy it is to begin understanding music theory. Master the concept of the major scale and apply it to your guitar.

Learn the secret of how to solo in a major key when the minor pentatonic scale just doesn’t sound right. You’re closer than you think.

Guitar tricks? I think of them as discoveries and technique. If you love to keep learning, let’s walk the path of discovery together.