Week 1-2: Advanced Chords and Fingerstyle
Extended Chords:
Learn extended chords such as seventh Chords (e.g., dominant 7th, major 7th).
Practice incorporating these chords into chord progressions.
Barre Chord Variations:
Explore different shapes and voicings for barre chords.
Apply barre chords in various positions on the fretboard.
Fingerstyle Basics:
Introduce basic fingerstyle techniques.
Learn a simple fingerstyle arrangement of a song you like.
Week 3-4: Scale Mastery and Soloing
Scale Practice:
Review and expand on scales learned in the beginner stage.
Learn new scales, such as the major and minor pentatonic scales.
Introduction to Soloing:
Understand the basics of soloing over chord progressions.
Practice improvising using scales and experiment with phrasing.
Soloing Techniques:
Learn techniques like bending, vibrato, and sliding for expressive solos.
Apply these techniques to create melodic phrases.
Week 5-6: Music Theory and Harmony
Advanced Music Theory:
Explore more advanced music theory concepts (e.g., diatonic harmony, modes).
Apply these concepts to understand song structures better.
Chord Inversions:
Learn chord inversions and how to use them for smoother chord progressions.
Apply inversions to songs to add variety.
Week 7-8: Rhythm Guitar and Timing
Rhythmic Variation:
Experiment with different strumming patterns and rhythmic variations.
Apply complex rhythms to songs you're familiar with.
Odd Time Signatures:
Explore playing in odd time signatures (e.g., 5/4, 7/8).
Practice maintaining a steady rhythm in challenging time signatures.
Week 9-10: Advanced Techniques
Tapping Technique:
Introduce tapping technique.
Practice tapping exercises and incorporate tapping into your playing.
Harmonics and Slide Guitar:
Learn artificial and natural harmonics.
Experiment with slide guitar playing.
Week 11-12: Performance and Refinement
Stage Presence:
Work on your stage presence and comfort playing in front of others.
Practice playing with backing tracks or in a band setting.
Recording Yourself:
Learn basic home recording techniques.
Record yourself playing and analyze your performance.
Refine and Polish:
Review and polish songs you've learned.
Identify areas for improvement and focus on refining technique.
Set Future Goals:
Set goals for your ongoing guitar journey.
Consider exploring different genres and styles.
Remember to continue exploring new music, challenging yourself, and staying open to different styles. If possible, consider taking lessons from an experienced guitar teacher for personalized guidance.