Apr 30, 2020
Utilizing space in our playing is a powerful tool. It can provide a more human element to a solo since it allows our phrasing to have pauses, just like when we speak. Pacing your ideas can also give you plenty of room to expand into when developing a solo. Saying a lot in just a few words is also an efficient way of...
Apr 23, 2020
Want to start composing? Or maybe you already write but it’s been a while? In this episode, Brett gives you a composition template inspired by the music of Kamasi Washington. This template is easy enough for even the novice composer to take advantage of. The basic idea is an ABA form with the bridge being in a...
Apr 16, 2020
The Blues is the foundation of many of the styles of music we know and listen to today. As a musician, it is important to know the different variations on the chord changes that exist. In this episode, Brett starts simple with a rock/blues style 1-4-5 progression and adds variations that increase in complexity. As...
Apr 9, 2020
Ready to free up your basslines even further? In Bassline Construction part 3, Brett discusses using delayed resolutions and how you don’t have to always land on chord tones on downbeats of new chords. Next, start thinking about your bassline being a counter-melody instead of thinking solely in terms of shapes...
Apr 2, 2020
Need to get your triplets together? Use the metronome creatively to build your inner clock and get comfortable on all three divisions of the triplet. Start slow and be patient to reap the rewards of these exercises.