Triplets
The final rhythm that we will be covering on this course is the triplet. Although in some ways triplets are simpler to play than the sixteenth note-based rhythms that we have covered in previous courses, they can be problematic when playing them with a plectrum. By leaving them to this part of the advanced course, you should be better placed to play them with the excellent grasp of the picking technique that you should now have.
Don't forget to hit the Download Resources button above to receive the PDF that accompanies these lessons! (available to subscribers only) This course contains the following videos, each of which can be selected from the video player above:
1. Introduction
In this video I’ll be demonstrating three different ways to approach continuous triplets when using a pick. We’ll look at the advantages and disadvantages of each one.
2. Playing a Shuffle Rhythm
In this video I’ll be talking about ways of playing the common shuffle rhythm using the plectrum. Again, there’s more to this than you might think.
3. Exercise #2
This exercise is a 12-bar blues bassline that builds on the concepts covered in the previous video.
4. Exercise #3
This exercise is a 12-bar blues in G. This line uses the same melodic idea repeatedly.
5. Exercise #4
This exercise is a rock groove that is similar in feel to ‘Love Gun’ by Kiss.
6. Exercise #5
This exercise has a similar vibe to that of Stevie Wonder’s ‘Master Blaster’. Watch out for the long triplet fill in bar 8.
7. Exercise #6
This exercise is a slow 12-bar blues in A.
8. Exercise #7
This exercise is another rock groove, this time played at a quick tempo.
9. Exercise #8
This exercise is another riff-based rock bassline.
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