This class will get the guitarist started in the world of flatpicking. We will work on both Lead and Rhythm. This class is not for the Beginner's Beginner because some chord knowledge would be helpful though not necessary. Chords G, C, D, and F would be nice to know. You should be able to change the chords slowly at least.
Other chords will be shown and we will start with the techniques of Flatpicking leads (Much more fun than just playing chords).

This is a progressive class as you finish the Lead and Rhythm 101, you then move into Lead 102, then 103 and so on.
PDF's will be emailed to you the day of class. Usually around 1:30 Eastern time.

This class will be a great challenge to any upper beginner flatpicker as we explore and use fiddle tunes, Bluegrass vocals and Gospel vocals as tools to learn new techniques. Finding ways to jump up and down the fingerboard into newer registers using more intricate fiddle tunes as example. We will explore new melodies and learning to play in different keys other than G and C. Learning how to use the neck for our different positions and when we want to use the higher registers. Use of the slides, hammer ons and pull offs will be the norm, and much more.

This class picks up where the Lead 103 leaves off with a smooth, continuous learning pattern of Flatpicking. We will learn new songs used to understand crosspicking, pattern licks and runs, scales in songs, beginning improvising, new right and left hand techniques and much more.

Focusing on Crosspicking and enhanced melodic playing. More ear training, a Lick of the Week, understanding the fingerboard and playing in different registers leading to eventually playing in any key. Playing leads more in open A, D, F and E.

The student should have completed the Lead 201, 202 and 203 Series or contact Steve via email to see if you are ready.

The student should have completed the Lead 201, 202 and 203 Series or contact Steve via email to see if you are ready.