Guitar Theory
1. Link to guitar theory terminology
2. Link to study pages: Beginner Guitar, Intermediate Guitar, Advanced Guitar
3. Link to rudiments of Guitar Theory
Music Theory Course For Guitar Players
The JSIGuitar Music Theory Course for Guitar Players is a way for you to study guitar theory in a structured and measurable format. This is a college level course. Studies are turned in and graded. A certificate is issued provided you have completed the course with at least 70% accuracy.
JIM SUTTON INSTITUTE OF GUITAR MUSIC THEORY COURSE FOR GUITAR PLAYERS
8 Book Course
Notes Scale Construction
Intervals Time
Transposing Melody Chord Formulae Advanced
Chords of a Key Cadence and Harmonics
Certificate Issued
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In the groove….the ultimate goal
Music Theory in a nutshell is the major scale. That is what we use to explain why a chord is called what it is called. The Major Scale is what we use to explain why other scales are called what they are called. It is what we use to figure out which chords work together. The Major Scale is what we use to figure out which scales work with which chords.
The reason for this is because the major scale is constructed of intervals, or rather distance from one note to the next. Those intervals, in the Major Scale, are : 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8. The point being, these are unaltered intervals. In other words, the scale is not 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, b7 (flat 7), 8…..or 1, 2, b3 (flat 3), 4, 5, 6, b7….or whatever. Any scale, other than the Major scale, is going to have one or several altered (changed) interval or intervals. Note, or notes that have been either raised, lowered, or added to the original major scale formula of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 . The fact that the Major Scale is not altered in any way is the reason we use it to explain what everything else is called. It’s the scale that we compare every other scale to. For example, if a scale or a chord has a b3 (lowered 3rd….flat 3) in it, it will be a “minor” chord or a “minor” scale.
This is just the tip of the iceberg when it come to exploring music theory. It is a fascinating study and really opens up opportunities for creative adventure!
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It’s important to put the first things first and have a consistent cohesive plan.
All of the studies from the Jim Sutton Institute of Guitar are designed from the ground up to fit together. This is done so that you don’t have random bits of information and holes in your education. Each study fits together like a big puzzle. The end result is a skilled player able to write, arrange, solo, and perform with confidence.
The Music Theory Course is divided into 8 Guitar Theory Books. These guitar theory lessons will take you on a step by step journey to understanding how it all works.
The Jim Sutton Institute of Guitar was established in 1984, so we have a long track record. We offer a certificate on completion of the Music Theory Course for Guitar Players, and the Modal and Solo Composition Course for Guitar Players. You can take the course studies without or without turning in assignments to be graded. However, to receive a certificate, all assignments need to be graded.
A course aimed at beginner guitar, and intermediate guitar players called The Moving Toward Great Guitar Playing Course. A course for intermediate guitar and moving into advanced guitar players called The Music Theory Course for Guitar Players. A course for advanced guitar players called The Modal and Solo Composition Course for Guitar Players. There are over 90 Supplementary Studies which are topic specific.All work together to make one cohesive picture. This is a quality education at an affordable price.
If you are curious to see where you would fit in the program, there is no cost to you to get the Course Outline/Enrollment/Order form sent to you.
If you are ready to begin, the quick start option will help you start the journey.
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23014 Quail Shute
Spring, TX 77389
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