In Part 2, Matt uses the three- and four-note arpeggios he’s given you in previous weeks to explore the mysteries of the ii–V progression and construct licks that are built to provide resolution.
SESSION 2: Lester Young’s Classic 1936 solo on “Lady Be Good” |
Session 2 Addendum and Questions |
In his addendum to Session 2, Matt goes through some things he didn’t have the chance to get to during the class, including the fingering for Examples F, G, and H. He also answers some questions from students, including how to practice Matt’s style of picking if you’re used to bluegrass-style alternate picking, and the differences between Lester Young’s style and Louis Armstrong’s.