I'm a young musician trying to get better and better each day. With only 1 and half years of experience people say that I sound like I've played for years. I would like some word of advice of what to practice to increase my skill level
2007-02-22 16:03:00 · 3 answers · asked by wbhsbartell3 1 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music
To get better with improv, I would suggest getting to know more about popular chord progressions. These are standard chord arraingements commonly found in different styles of music.
The "12 bar blues" progression is a popular one. It's heard in thousands and thousands of different songs written in many different music styles, from obvious blues to rockabilly to even punk. When a band uses this progression, you will know exactly where the song is heading before you even get there, which is exactly what makes improv playing a lot easier.
Check out the following link. A band actually plays the 12 bar blues and counts it off as they play it.
2007-02-25 23:17:58 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
play the classics. if you can master the modified versions of classical music by pachebell (canon in d), bach, mozart, etc. you can do anything.
2007-02-22 16:08:08 · answer #2 · answered by cheezzznitz 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
jam.....open jams with others....jazz and blues artists are good with improve...stay away from rock
2007-02-22 16:05:46 · answer #3 · answered by Shadowmender 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋