WHAT’S NEW FROM THE CUTTING EDGE FOR SEPTEMBER 2021
THIS MONTH’S FOCUS AREA:
1) FOCUS MATERIAL FOR SEPTEMBER — We continue our journey with MODES MADE EASY!!!
This month I’ve added new “LET’S JAM!!!” backing tracks, plus I’m adding a separate version of each of the “Modes Made Easy” backing tracks in the key of E and D.
This month, we continue building a bridge from our pentatonic scales to our minor modes, what I like to describe as 5 + 2 = Freedom! The five notes of the minor pentatonic scale, plus the two extra notes of the minor modes. So far, we’ve covered the Aeolian and Dorian modes in the key of A. This month, in addition to new backing tracks in A, I’ll be adding tracks in the key of E and D that use the Aeolian and Dorian Modes.
Please be sure to visit the Sections titled “MODES MADE EASY” and “LET’S JAM!!!” To access the latest content!
2) UNLOCK THE POWER OF PENTATONICS!
If you’re still learning your pentatonic scales, be sure to check out the section titled UNLOCK THE POWER OF PENTATONICS!
In this section, you will find a 10-part series with everything you need to know to build a strong foundation in the pentatonic blues scale! Once you’ve mastered this roadmap, you can begin to add the extra two notes from MODES MADE EASY to expand your vocabulary!
3) SEPTEMBER 8th at 8 pm – LIVE Q&A VIA ZOOM!
– ALL students from the channel are invited to join me for a monthly 1-hour virtual call with Q&A.
– Live calls will be held via the Zoom platform, and they will be held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month, at 8 pm EST.
– This month Zoom call will be Wednesday, September 8th, 2021, at 8 pm EST
ZOOM LINK & MONTHLY CALL RECORDINGS: I’ve added a folder to the channel titled “MONTHLY CALLS – VIRTUAL Q&A,” and HERE YOU WILL FIND THE ZOOM LINK FOR EACH CALL, a video recording from all previous calls, notes, and any additional resource materials from the call. Mark your calendars and join the conversation!
4) WEEKLY WORKOUT:
Beginner to Intermediate Student:
– Be sure to warm up with one of the three-finger exercises each day! Remember, take your time— it’s not a race! You will find these exercises in the section titled “Blues Guitar for Beginners,” lessons 3, 4, and 5.
– Make sure you know your pentatonic scales, and practice them to rhythm tracks found in the LET’S JAM section of the channel— this can help you move forward at a faster pace! Make sure to practice your minor pentatonic in the key of E and A and learn the roadmap so you can use it with Freedom!
Intermediate to Advanced Students:
– Continue with the Aeolian Mode and play along with the new Jam Tracks as they are added throughout the month!
– Shift your focus to the Dorian Mode as you are ready!
5) ONE-ON-ONE GUITAR LESSONS:
Please know that I’m available for one-on-one private lessons via Zoom, Skype, or FaceTime. I’m here to support you in whatever capacity you need! Find out more by clicking on this link: https://guitarlessonsbykellyrichey.com
Have a great month, and practice hard and play to have fun!
Kelly