The Minor Pentatonic Scale…a fresh view!

The Minor Pentatonic Scale…a fresh view!

In this episode of WHERE GUITAR STUFF COMES FROM, I explore the well worn Minor Pentatonic Scale so loved by guitarists. As usual, I demonstrate the scale from a linear viewpoint in order to better understand its Interval formula.  Also, I introduce some...
How Do I Strum That Song?

How Do I Strum That Song?

We have all seen them! Those guitarists that appear to magically strum along with any song they hear.  We can see how easily they do this.  And while we enjoy their playing, we are, at the same time, perplexed…. “Why can’t I do that”? You might think to yourself....
The Role of Strumming!

The Role of Strumming!

 friends! In this post, I’d like to look at what the FUNCTION of strumming a guitar is – as far as I understand it. Have you ever heard of the word “comping”? In the jazz world, it’s a short way of saying “accompanying”.  And...