It doesn't matter if you're the greatest guitar player in the world. If you're not enlightened, forget it.
- George Harrison
Daily Definition:
Time Signature
A sign at the beginning of a piece of music (looks like a fraction) which shows how many beats in each bar (top number) and how long each beat lasts (bottom number).
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I Ching, the Book of Changes: Part 2
In this part two, I Ching patterns are applied to guitar string groupings with some observations to get you started in your exploration of how the guitar is really 64 instruments in one. When these string groupings and their distinct qualities and limitations are mastered, then your playing will become more expressive and articulate.
Category: Martial Arts
Subcategory: Intervals
Published on: 28 Feb 2005
From ancient China, within the pages of the oldest text on Earth, we find some interesting insights to the nature of the guitar, which can help us develop a deeper connection with the physical and spiritual aspects of the instrument. This lesson is an introduction into the I Ching itself.
Category: Martial Arts
Subcategory: Intervals
Published on: 24 Feb 2005
In Martial Arts, there are three vital important aspects of balance. The fighter that masters all three aspects, wins, the other loses. These principles have surprising application in music as well.
Category: Martial Arts
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Published on: 12 Dec 2003
One of the most important realizations in music (and life) is that we cannot play everything, but what we choose to play, we should play extremely well. The ancient concept of In and Yo teaches us artists how to find our niche in the universe of musical possibilities.
Category: Martial Arts
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Published on: 30 Oct 2003
Every song, every practice, every lesson has elements of Yin and Yang running through it. Understanding these dynamics makes all the music you listen to and play more vibrant, dynamic and alive. Important to understand before studying any of the lessons.
Category: Martial Arts
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Published on: 30 Oct 2003
Martial Arts teaches us that humans are spiritual beings. Music, like no other force, can teach us about our own spirituality, and the interconnection between our bodies, minds and spirit.
Category: Martial Arts
Subcategory:
Published on: 30 Oct 2003
One of the most important realizations in music (and life) is that we cannot play everything, but what we choose to play, we should play extremely well. The ancient concept of In and Yo teaches us artists how to find our niche in the universe of musical possibilities.
Every song, every practice, every lesson has elements of Yin and Yang running through it. Understanding these dynamics makes all the music you listen to and play more vibrant, dynamic and alive. Important to understand before studying any of the lessons.
Martial Arts teaches us that humans are spiritual beings. Music, like no other force, can teach us about our own spirituality, and the interconnection between our bodies, minds and spirit.