Bluegrass and Scales with Open Strings - Play this by yourself (no jam track) - Guitar Lesson EP523

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  • In this week's guitar lesson, you'll learn a Bluegrass style composition that you can play by yourself on guitar, also learn about playing scales in open position and taking advantage of open strings.
    To view the Part 2 video and download the TAB for this lesson, visit: www.activemelo...

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  • @dieterreindl6466
    @dieterreindl6466 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Unlike many other youtube teachers, Brian does not make a lurid show with all kinds of grimaces and childish recordings, but with him is guitar-pur and learn at a high level to the smallest details and musical connections. Thanks Brian, for another lesson, packed in a great self-composed song.

    • @denisechetty4019
      @denisechetty4019 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That's one reason why I love his videos. And there's no annoying ads👍🤗

    • @jeffro.
      @jeffro. 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Could you explain please?
      I think I understand what your mean by "grimaces," the faces ppl get when they're improvising or playing something epic.
      But what do you mean by "childish recordings." And what the heck is "guitar-pur?"
      I just don't get that part.
      I agree that he's a great teacher. The best!

    • @dieterreindl6466
      @dieterreindl6466 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hi Jeffro, thanks for the question. I don't know if the translation from German to English correctly reflects what I want to express exactly. I mean teachers who, for example, show an exaggeratedly astonished expression in the video when they talk about an extraordinary riff or frown terribly when they show a complicated playing technique. The increase of it is, if they play in addition in each case some appropriate video sequence. In Germany this is like a plague, there are almost only pantomimes among the guitar teachers. And in addition Brian is really an example of objectivity and efficiency. And we agree about that. Greetings from beautiful Nuremberg/Germany.
      @@jeffro.

  • @zachyweezer
    @zachyweezer 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    this particular lesson has been connecting all kinds of dots for me. it came at just the right time. i feel myself getting better by the day. it's an amazing feeling after stagnating for years. this gentleman is a top notch player and teacher. i've always been a little hesitant about paying for online guitar content, but i'm strongly leaning toward subscribing. i think lessons of this caliber would be well worth $15 a month (or $99 yearly).

  • @alexkoble9303
    @alexkoble9303 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    You know, I’ve been paying 45$ a lesson twice a week with two teachers. They never teach me any little stuff like this. I’ve watched your videos for about a months and just got a membership instead of those lessons weekly. Looking forward to actually learning stuff I want to learn.

  • @Cappaghgrove
    @Cappaghgrove ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Early release time this week Brian. I don't know how you keep coming up with this great stuff . No one else out there anywhere near you

    • @activemelody
      @activemelody  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, time to relax! rare on a Friday

  • @ewilliams1185
    @ewilliams1185 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I played guitar for a year then hit a plateau. I didn't know where to go next and nothing was making sense, so I quit for about a decade. Just started playing again on a whim and this pops up in recommended, and wow. Unintentionally you clicked something in my brain about scales that I just couldn't understand years ago, and the way you demontrate this makes me think I can actually play it, and now I'm more excited than ever to play again. Thank you.

  • @toddmcintosh83
    @toddmcintosh83 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I don’t believe there is another guitar instructor on U-tube that makes learning improvisation with basic chord structure and add-ons so easy and fun! You tie the chords together so clearly that you have made learning improvisation fun and easy! Thank you for your teaching style and explaining the chords as you go! I have progressed leaps and bounds since I discovered your lessons years ago! Now I’m improving and discovering connections on my own! I’m grateful for your channel and am a long time subscriber! 😉🙏😊👌 Active Melody is my favorite tutorial!🎸😎

    • @activemelody
      @activemelody  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you 🙏

    • @robmiller3464
      @robmiller3464 ปีที่แล้ว

      Brian, you are honestly if not the best, one of the best for improvisation. It’s the way you relate the scale and chords to the improvisation or embellishment. I’m an intermediate player so it’s not difficult, but it does require practice for sure. The pieces you teach are interesting and fun as well. Thanks so much Brian. 🎶👍

  • @robmiller3464
    @robmiller3464 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Brian, simply said, I’ve learned more from you than anyone period. The speed at which you teach and the method is perfect for me. Thank you for everything.

  • @jeffcollins4912
    @jeffcollins4912 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you Brian great lessons . You make mysteries become realities and I am so grateful for that 😊

  • @alvinuselton912
    @alvinuselton912 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Brian ,you sir; are a pure genius! thank you for everything you do for us. You never cease to amaze me with your ability to create such amazing content, and communicate it so well. I have learned so much from you. You really are a treasure to many!

  • @camperstar6stringer
    @camperstar6stringer ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The flow of musical energy is released from the tips of the fingers or even the tips of the toes. It's a balance of our flow of musical thoughts. You nailed it on this lesson, just a little different way I explained it.

  • @denisechetty4019
    @denisechetty4019 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wonderful Bluegrass comp🤗 Love the melody with these major+minor parts. The open strings sounding so great on your Martin🤠👍.

  • @user-or8bf4cc4z
    @user-or8bf4cc4z ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the lessons they make the guitar playing more fun

  • @user-kh3pi5xu7m
    @user-kh3pi5xu7m ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can't print this one out fast enough, my D-28 is going to love this lesson! Thank you Brian, your the best!

  • @kevinmorris7722
    @kevinmorris7722 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So lucky you have this lesson this week. Was just working on the concept but was struggling to find good rhythm and melody to practice the concept. After seeing your video I've found several ideas to run with on my own.
    Thanks Brian.

    • @jadm110
      @jadm110 ปีที่แล้ว

      yes Brians lessons always seem to come at the right time for me as well -

  • @gtrdoc911
    @gtrdoc911 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m always amazed at how your creations seem so unattainable on first listen then you meticulously dissect it. Then it’s like “oh, I get it. I think I may be able to do that”. Thanks so much.

  • @piercejohnson29
    @piercejohnson29 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That guitar sounds phenomenal subscribed for her

  • @67ratsrule
    @67ratsrule 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love the sound and look of that guitar. A mid 60s D28? The color and tone is so similar to my mom’s D28. (1966).
    Great lessson, hope I can actually sit and make us of it.

  • @GuitarJoLa
    @GuitarJoLa ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is fun! You always come up with fun new ways for us to learn stuff, Brian😊💕

  • @dustdevilz4771
    @dustdevilz4771 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Open strings are always tough for me, my fingers always want to fret a string. Probably from playing scales so much. This will be a great exercise and a nice piece to play.

  • @johnnyarmentrout7475
    @johnnyarmentrout7475 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You took something I thought was impossible and made it simple. Thank you

  • @geraldbrown2875
    @geraldbrown2875 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm very excited about this lesson! I've always been a fan of bluegrass but always shyed away from it because of the speed and accuracy. Your absolutely right accuracy first, speed secondary! Have a great weekend Brian 🎸 🇨🇦

  • @thomasd9237
    @thomasd9237 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very cool lesson 👍👍
    Loves me some bluegrass even though I suck at it ☺️

  • @blujay22
    @blujay22 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Dude thanks. Great learning in 16 min video. I'll practice for hrs and hrs now. 👍🤘

  • @ShinyFlakesShinyFlakes
    @ShinyFlakesShinyFlakes ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great lesson!

  • @atobve
    @atobve ปีที่แล้ว

    Now, that's my favorite style of playing! Thank you Brian

  • @SteelNGuitars926
    @SteelNGuitars926 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is awesome! I’m getting into blue grass picking. This is fun to play and building some speed with it. Thanks!

  • @michaelmerrullo2043
    @michaelmerrullo2043 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a few subscriptions but yours is one that I'll be sure to keep renewing. The format for premium members is the best bang for the buck with tab and jam tracks. I'm working on EP 516 this week and I really like EP 508, and the chromatic blues one. I have Dirty Blues, The Texas Shuffle, and a Soulful Gospel one down pretty solid. All very tasteful compositions. ❤

  • @TurboCummins
    @TurboCummins ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Brian. I really love the bluegrass stuff. That was a great breakdown of those licks.

  • @steelhead197
    @steelhead197 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Such a great lesson, and super easy to take what I can in, and gain some great practice technique’s! Will take me a few watches, but that the fun!….Thank you! And cheers from 🇨🇦

  • @jeffmcdonald7882
    @jeffmcdonald7882 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your content. Great teaching style! Really appreciate your efforts!

  • @dabratlaboratoriesreviews4659
    @dabratlaboratoriesreviews4659 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    😂. You got me. I had to sign up for the second half . I just slowly copied you for part of it but I figured why be a cheap skate its a good lesson .

  • @Robert_K1
    @Robert_K1 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Glad I discovered your channel recently. Very inspiring! 👍

  • @danielknurbin2233
    @danielknurbin2233 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much, for that too❤, I think, for me, you are the best teacher, how i now. Realy cool.....

  • @brianbrittanypennycuff1179
    @brianbrittanypennycuff1179 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome little lesson

  • @aureliorea6053
    @aureliorea6053 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just fantastic, Brian!😊

  • @COLLSWORK
    @COLLSWORK ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Brian🎸

  • @chrisray1567
    @chrisray1567 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great lesson! I really enjoy your teaching style.

  • @timbreen8548
    @timbreen8548 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brian, you are still the best.

  • @undergroundcalifornia
    @undergroundcalifornia 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video guys

  • @stoneglad
    @stoneglad ปีที่แล้ว

    Sounds great! I look forward to learning and practicing this after work today:)

  • @danwebb4418
    @danwebb4418 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great lesson.Ta ,from Celtic Ireland..

  • @rollant
    @rollant ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent Manu thanks

  • @r.a.4777
    @r.a.4777 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    you' ve got an outstanding good sounding and beautiful looking guitar...👀👂🏼😎

  • @mikedonovan7776
    @mikedonovan7776 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Fine picking my man ..yup

  • @peter.peter.r
    @peter.peter.r ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome! Thank you a bunch!

  • @michaelkrailo5725
    @michaelkrailo5725 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm going over all your bluegrass and country stuff again. I took a break and see there is a lot more of it since I last looked. Do you have any open tunings you could do some compositions with? I like the Drop-D stuff you put out years ago and would love to see more of that stuff as well.

  • @Don-ui8oz
    @Don-ui8oz ปีที่แล้ว

    Berry berry Nize, Brian

  • @vntgmike
    @vntgmike 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    5:12 whoah I’m learning here…

  • @darkmysterytemple
    @darkmysterytemple 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I think the major take home lesson here if I'm not mistaken is to use the G scale to make licks but more focusing on the open strings of the G scale. Then incorporate some slides , hammer ons etc ?

  • @JerryMDean
    @JerryMDean ปีที่แล้ว

    Subscribed 👍

  • @VinTaylor
    @VinTaylor ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome

  • @cliffoverlander
    @cliffoverlander ปีที่แล้ว

    Ops, got it. Thanks

  • @monkmonk1144
    @monkmonk1144 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Que martin é esse? Que som lindo

  • @cajunqueen5125
    @cajunqueen5125 ปีที่แล้ว

    👍👍👍

  • @piratefitness7785
    @piratefitness7785 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great lesson thankyou Brian.
    Is there are part 2?

  • @davidlevitsky7496
    @davidlevitsky7496 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you mention and demo your pick holding position for flat picking ?

  • @dflemmons
    @dflemmons ปีที่แล้ว

    Brian, my bluegrass group plays for retirement homes. I played your creation for my group and they loved it and want to put fiddle, banjo, and dobro licks with it to add to our playlist. Can I have your permission to use your creation? Thank you for being a great mentor.

  • @ericgabriel8211
    @ericgabriel8211 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cool feature - change playback speed to 2x for a Billy Strings lesson.

  • @ConditionZero76
    @ConditionZero76 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Im having a hard time getting my pinky to extend and cooperate 😂 is okay if i just slide from 5 back to 4 with my ringer finger or am i creating a bad habit?

  • @MrLetitbee
    @MrLetitbee 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Brian, What strings on your Martin's D28 ? Thanks

  • @duonghoanghuynguyen370
    @duonghoanghuynguyen370 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Brian, just recently be a premium subscriber premium, im a beginner into blues, there are tons of great lessons in your website but could you help me how to get to learn those in a good order. Thank you

  • @nicholmanio
    @nicholmanio หลายเดือนก่อน

    what is that guitar?? the twang on that final strum you did at the intro of the vid sounded soooo good.. and it wasnt tinny, not one bit.. it just had so much character.

    • @activemelody
      @activemelody  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@nicholmanio Martin D-28

    • @nicholmanio
      @nicholmanio หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@activemelody thanks! you got a really good one!

  • @barrya.6212
    @barrya.6212 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    14:33 .... FULL MED SPEED>> 14:23 and >>> 14:48

  • @philipbriglia4153
    @philipbriglia4153 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brian, am I correct that your particular Martin guitar is a 1993
    Model? Some DT with snowflake
    fret markers that they only made
    that one year ? Maybe a D- 93?
    Maybe it was a “ quasi custom made model that they semi mass
    produced - only a limited number for a year or less? I ask bc I bought that model new back in 93 from Elderly Instruments in Michigan. Still have it. Great guitar. Solid mahogany with I think cedar top ?

    • @philipbriglia4153
      @philipbriglia4153 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oops. I was looking at it on my phone. Now I can see on my desktop - I’m way off. Our guitars are somewhat similar but the fret markers are different and the sides of yours looks like Rosewood. Which I love

    • @activemelody
      @activemelody  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s a 1956 D-28

    • @philipbriglia4153
      @philipbriglia4153 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@activemelody ooh. Sweet I love my guitar but that’s on another level!

  • @barrya.6212
    @barrya.6212 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    >> 8:01

  • @barrya.6212
    @barrya.6212 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    >> 0:18

  • @barrya.6212
    @barrya.6212 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    >> 0:48

  • @cliffoverlander
    @cliffoverlander ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi guys
    Where is the F# in the scale? Watched the video up to 5:37. Did I miss something

    • @chrisray1567
      @chrisray1567 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s the 4th fret on the D string.

    • @cliffoverlander
      @cliffoverlander ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chrisray1567 many thanks, had a grey hair moment.

  • @willardhollington2631
    @willardhollington2631 ปีที่แล้ว

    'promosm'

  • @jefferzone61
    @jefferzone61 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sounds like Aimee met the Devil... And twenty bucks might have been involved...

  • @jessejacobs3792
    @jessejacobs3792 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sounds like friend of the devil

  • @Ashanath-Music
    @Ashanath-Music ปีที่แล้ว

    A painful mistake to mistake. Story of my Life

  • @cajunsurf67
    @cajunsurf67 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have learned so much over the few years I have been doing your lessons ❤️💥💪I had basic knowledge but I’m way beyond that now Tu B💪💥✌️😎🇺🇸Happy 4th To ya 🇺🇸

  • @johnsmith-lb4mo
    @johnsmith-lb4mo ปีที่แล้ว

    You need a shave Brian...good lesson though.

    • @activemelody
      @activemelody  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I do ?

    • @camperstar6stringer
      @camperstar6stringer ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@activemelody He wants to be a 60's hippie over... oh, wait, he's not that old like us old timers here.