Nick Jennison - Mastering Modes Part One
Lessons Included in this Course
Course Content Overview
This comprehensive course breaks down the often-misunderstood topic of modes into easy-to-digest lessons, packed with musical examples and practical applications. You will learn:
- From Pentatonics to Modes: Understand the relationship between the familiar pentatonic scales and the modes, and learn how to seamlessly transition between them.
- The Seven Modes: Get a complete breakdown of all seven modes of the major scale: Ionian, Dorian, Phrygian, Lydian, Mixolydian, Aeolian, and Locrian.
- Minor Solo Studies: Dive deep into the minor modes with detailed solo studies in Dorian, Aeolian, and Phrygian, and learn how to create soulful, melancholic, and exotic minor key solos.
- Major Solo Studies: Explore the major modes with in-depth solo studies in Lydian, Ionian, and Mixolydian, and learn how to craft bright, dreamy, and bluesy major key solos.
- Practicing Modes: Discover effective practice strategies to internalize the sound and feel of each mode, and learn how to move between them effortlessly.
- Matching Modes to Chord Progressions: Learn the crucial skill of how to apply the modes over different chord progressions, and how to use them to create harmonically rich and sophisticated solos.
- Performance Context: See the modes in action with inspiring performances from Nick Jennison, demonstrating how to use them in a real-world musical context.
This Course is Ideal for Players Who...
This course is designed for a wide range of guitarists who are ready to take their playing to the next level. It is ideal for:
- Intermediate Players: If you are comfortable with your major and minor scales and are looking for the next step in your musical journey, this course is for you.
- Advancing Players: If you have some knowledge of the modes but struggle to apply them in a musical way, this course will provide you with the practical tools and concepts you need.
- Aspiring Shredders: If you want to develop the fluid and melodic soloing style of players like Joe Satriani and Steve Vai, understanding the modes is essential.
- Jazz and Fusion Players: The modes are the building blocks of jazz and fusion improvisation. This course will give you a solid foundation in this essential topic.
What will I achieve from completing this course?
“Mastering Modes Part One” is a game-changer for any guitarist who wants to truly understand the fretboard and unlock their creative potential. Here’s why this course is so effective:
- World-Class Instructor: Nick Jennison is not only a phenomenal guitarist but also a passionate and articulate teacher. He has a unique ability to explain complex concepts in a simple, engaging, and humorous way.
- Practical, Hands-On Approach: This is not a dry, theoretical course. It is a hands-on guide that is packed with licks, solos, and backing tracks that will have you applying the modes from the very first lesson.
- Focus on Musicality: Nick Jennison’s teaching philosophy is all about making music. This course will teach you not just what the modes are, but how to use them to create beautiful, melodic, and expressive solos.
- Comprehensive and Structured: The course is logically structured to guide you step-by-step through the world of modes, ensuring that you build a solid and lasting understanding of this crucial topic.
Take your guitar playing to a whole new level of creativity and expression. Enroll in “Nick Jennison - Mastering Modes Part One” today and start your journey to modal mastery.
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Nick Jennison - Mastering Modes Part One
Nick Jennison's "Mastering Modes Part One" is an essential guitar lesson series available on Licklibrary.com, crafted for guitarists seeking to elevate their understanding and application of modes in their playing. This comprehensive series covers a range of techniques and studies designed to deepen your musicality and versatility on the guitar. Let's dive into each section of this phenomenal course and explore the benefits it offers.
Perspective
In the introductory section, Nick Jennison sets the stage by providing valuable insights into the perspective needed to master modes. This foundational knowledge helps guitarists understand the broader musical landscape, enabling them to see how modes fit into various musical contexts. Gaining this perspective is crucial as it informs your approach to learning and applying the modes effectively.
From Pentatonics to Modes
Transitioning from pentatonic scales to modes can be a challenging leap for many guitarists. This lesson bridges the gap, showing how familiar pentatonic patterns can be expanded into full modal scales. By understanding this transition, guitarists can seamlessly integrate modal flavors into their solos, enriching their musical expression.
Minor Solo Study - Dorian
The Dorian mode, known for its distinctive sound, is the focus of this solo study. Nick breaks down a minor solo in Dorian, emphasising its unique characteristics. Learning to solo in Dorian enhances your ability to create soulful and expressive minor key solos, adding a sophisticated touch to your playing.
Minor Solo Study - Aeolian
In this lesson, Nick dives into the Aeolian mode, another minor scale with its own emotional depth. The Aeolian solo study helps guitarists understand the nuances of this mode, enabling them to convey a melancholic and introspective vibe through their solos.
Minor Solo Study - Phrygian
The Phrygian mode, with its exotic and mysterious sound, is explored in this solo study. By mastering the Phrygian mode, guitarists can add an element of intrigue and drama to their playing, making their solos stand out with a distinct and captivating flavour.
Major Solo Study - Lydian
The Lydian mode is known for its bright and dreamy sound. In this major solo study, Nick illustrates how to utilise the Lydian mode to create uplifting and ethereal solos. This mode is perfect for adding a sense of wonder and expansiveness to your major key improvisations.
Major Solo Study - Ionian
Often referred to as the major scale, the Ionian mode is fundamental to Western music. This lesson covers a solo study in Ionian, focusing on its pure and melodic qualities. Mastering the Ionian mode is essential for any guitarist aiming to build a strong melodic foundation in their playing.
Major Solo Study - Mixolydian
The Mixolydian mode, with its bluesy and rock-oriented sound, is the centrepiece of this solo study. By incorporating Mixolydian into your solos, you can add a gritty and soulful edge, perfect for rock and blues genres.
Practicing Modes - From Brightest to Darkest
Understanding the emotional spectrum of modes is vital for their effective application. This lesson ranks modes from brightest to darkest, helping guitarists choose the right mode for the desired emotional impact. This knowledge is invaluable for creating dynamic and emotionally resonant music.
Matching Modes to Chord Progressions
One of the most practical aspects of mastering modes is knowing how to match them to chord progressions. This lesson provides insights into pairing modes with appropriate chords, enhancing harmonic richness and coherence in your playing. This skill is essential for crafting well-rounded and musically engaging solos.
Performance by Nick Jennison
Seeing techniques in a performance context is incredibly beneficial. Nick Jennison's performances within these lessons demonstrate how theoretical concepts translate into actual music. This not only reinforces learning but also inspires and motivates guitarists by showcasing the practical application of these techniques in a real-world setting.
List of Guitar Techniques Used in the Lessons
- Alternate Picking
- Legato
- Tapped Harmonics
- Double Stop Bends
- Unison Bends
- Pinched Harmonics
- Trills
- Tremolo Picking
- Chord Progressions
- Arpeggios
- Pull-Offs
- Hammer-Ons
- Slides
- String Bending
- Sustain
"Mastering Modes Part One" by Nick Jennison is a treasure trove for guitarists aiming to enhance their modal understanding and application. Each lesson is meticulously designed to provide practical skills and theoretical knowledge, ensuring a well-rounded learning experience. Join Nick Jennison on Licklibrary.com and unlock the full potential of your guitar playing today!
About The Tutor
Tutor Profile
Nick Jennison
I’m Nick Jennison, a guitarist, vocalist, producer and educator from the North East of England. It’s pretty cold up here, which seems like the perfect excuse to stay inside and make a bunch of great guitar-related videos for your viewing pleasure. I’ll be covering topics from technique, tone and musicality,...