Intro to Expression Techniques on Guitar
About Course
Intro to Expression Techniques on Guitar is a focused course designed for guitarists aiming to enhance their expressive playing skills. Led by instructor Costas Baltazanis, the course delves into fundamental techniques that add depth and emotion to guitar performances. Students will explore methods such as slides, hammer-ons, pull-offs, dynamics, vibrato, bending, muting, ghost notes, and rhythmic displacement. Each lesson is crafted to build a strong foundation in expressive techniques, enabling players to convey a wider range of emotions through their instrument.
The curriculum is structured to provide practical demonstrations and exercises that reinforce each technique. By the end of the course, participants will have developed a toolkit of expressive skills applicable across various musical genres. This course is ideal for beginners seeking to move beyond basic chord progressions and scales, aiming to bring more feeling and nuance to their playing.
Course Content
Expression Techniques
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Slide, Hammer-On, and Pull-Off
07:34 -
Dynamics and Vibrato
04:01 -
Bending
04:14 -
Muting and Ghost Notes
05:01 -
Rhythmic Displacement
06:40
