What Is It and How Can I Use It…The Lydian Dominant Scale - Guitar Course

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What Is It and How Can I Use It…The Lydian Dominant Scale

Unlock new dimensions in your playing with Tom Quayle’s comprehensive guide to the Lydian Dominant scale, an essential tool for any guitarist interested in fusion, jazz, or modern blues. This online guitar course from Lick Library is meticulously designed to demystify one of the most versatile and expressive modes of the melodic minor scale. If you’ve ever been captivated by the sophisticated sounds of modern guitar improvisation and want to incorporate that flavor into your own playing, this course is your key. The Lydian Dominant scale is a secret weapon for navigating complex harmonic landscapes, and renowned guitarist and educator Tom Quayle will guide you through every step, from fundamental theory to practical application. This is your chance to move beyond conventional scales and unlock a world of creative possibilities, adding a fresh, contemporary edge to your guitar solos.
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Lessons Included in this Course

1 Introduction
2 The Lydian Dominant Scale
3 Where The Scale Is Derived From
4 Creating The Dominant Chord
5 Position Method For Learning The Scale
6 Interval Method For Learning The Scale
7 Arpeggios
8 Chord Shapes
9 Static Dominant 7th Grooves
10 Non Resolving Dominants
11 Lydian Dominant In A Blues Context
12 Outro
13 Performance

Course Content Overview

This course provides a deep dive into the Lydian Dominant scale, offering a structured and practical approach to mastering its unique sound and application. You will learn to not only understand the theory behind the scale but also to seamlessly integrate it into your improvisation. The lessons are designed to be immediately applicable, giving you the tools to start experimenting with these new sounds right away.

Here’s a breakdown of the lesson contents:

  • Basics of Melodic Minor: Understand the parent scale of the Lydian Dominant and how the two are related.
  • Lydian Dominant Modal Relationship: Learn the unique formula of the Lydian Dominant scale and what gives it its characteristic sound.
  • Scale Fingerings: Master various fingerings for the Lydian Dominant scale across the entire fretboard.
  • Arpeggios: Explore the arpeggios found within the scale and how to use them to create melodic lines.
  • Static Dominant Application: Learn how to apply the Lydian Dominant scale over static dominant 7th chords.
  • Functioning Dominant Application: Discover how to use the scale in the context of chord progressions and turnarounds.


This Course is Ideal for Players Who...

This course is perfect for intermediate to advanced guitarists who are looking to expand their harmonic knowledge and improvisational skills. It is particularly well-suited for those who want to:

  • Break out of the pentatonic box and explore more colorful and sophisticated sounds.
  • Develop a deeper understanding of music theory and its practical application on the guitar.
  • Incorporate the sounds of modern fusion, jazz, and blues into their playing.
  • Improve their ability to improvise over challenging chord changes.
  • Learn the techniques and approaches of modern guitar masters like John Scofield and Robben Ford.


What will I achieve from completing this course?

Tom Quayle’s “What Is It and How Can I Use It…The Lydian Dominant Scale” is more than just a collection of licks and patterns; it’s a complete system for understanding and applying this essential scale. Tom’s clear and concise teaching style breaks down complex concepts into easy-to-understand lessons. The course is structured to build your knowledge progressively, from the fundamental theory to real-world musical applications. With high-quality video lessons, detailed explanations, and accompanying TABs, you’ll have all the resources you need to master the Lydian Dominant scale. This course will empower you to add a new level of sophistication and creativity to your guitar playing, opening up a world of improvisational possibilities.

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