
About this course
Part 7 of the Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Course elevates your rhythmic and lead playing with techniques borrowed from the pros. We kick off with essential muted strumming patterns before applying them in a Mumford & Strums-style jam track to instantly level up your rhythm playing.
Key Focus Areas:
- CAGED System & Chord Expansion: Demystify the powerful CAGED system by applying it to C major and G major, unlocking new chord voicings across the neck.
- Triad-Based Lead Playing: Develop sophisticated soloing ideas over C, F, G, and Am progressions, reinforced with targeted jam track practice.
- Dire Straits-Style Rhythm & Lead: Break down Mark Knopfler’s signature rhythm style and use it as a backdrop for creative triad-based solos.
- Advanced Arpeggios & CAGED Mastery: Continue CAGED exploration with A major and D minor while adding A7 and Dm7 arpeggios for richer harmonic expression.
To solidify these skills, you’ll follow a structured practice routine designed for real progress and to integrate these advanced techniques into your growing guitar toolkit.
Videos
Muted Strumming Patterns to Know
Jam Track 13: "Mumford & Strums" Rhythm Practice
CAGED System Explained - C Major & G Major
The Dire Straits Rhythm
Jam Track 14: Dire Straits Style Rhythm & Triads Practice
CAGED System in A Major
Jam Track 14: Dire Straits Style Lead Ideas Practice
Practice Routine & Songs For Int 7
Recommended Songs
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