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Lydian Study Piece #1

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When learning to play a mode all over the fingerboard, it’s also important to put it to use in some actual lines, so that you can hear it in action. This piece – which is based on the F Lydian mode – will enable you to become comfortable with using the mode, whilst giving your fingers a good workout at the same time!

In this video course I’ll be talking you through the F Lydian mode and which chord it works with. I’ll then be breaking this piece down, section by section, and showing you how to play it.

Don’t forget to hit the Download Resources button above to get hold of the PDF transcription and the audio files for this piece (available to subscribers only). This course contains the following videos, each of which can be selected from the video player above.

1 – Lydian Study Piece #1

This video is a demonstration of this study piece, performed on a Zon Sonus bass.

2 – Overview of the F Lydian Mode

In this video I’ll be talking about the F Lydian mode, focusing on its distinguishing features and discussing which chord to play it with.

3 – A Section

In this video we’ll be working through the opening section of this piece. The bass plays a chordal part in the upper register here, very clearly outlining the overall tonality of the Lydian mode. This lesson covers bars 1-2.

4 – B Section

This lesson covers the B section, which is a fingerstyle groove built around the F Lydian mode. You’ll notice that the B – the raised fourth – features heavily in this line. This lesson covers bars 3-7.

5 – C Section

The C section of this piece is a slap and pop line that once again uses the F Lydian mode. This line requires only a basic level of slap technique but is quite challenging to play cleanly. This lesson covers bars 8-15.