subatomicsatan
Well-Known Member
I think my problem is me wanting to be really good with technique and the realization that it's not all going to come this instant, haha, therefore, I get really discouraged. I'll definitely try your suggestion, it seems fun.
Yup, I understand what you're saying; we've ALL been there. It takes time to be able to kick ass, and it is putting that time and effort in that makes a player great. The trick is to make that learning time interesting and fun.
I want to hear what you come up with with the pelog scale.
And, remember, don't just think linearly, like scalar runs and just riffage; also think in depth and multiple parts. For example, come up with a four note melody that you like using the pelog scale. Now, think of a bass note to play at the same time as the first melody note (while staying within the pelog scale). Let it ring under the second melody note, then when you hit the third melody note hit another bass note under it and let it ring while you play the last melody note. Repeat over and over and mix it up when you feel comfortable.
If you are using a pick, use the pick to hit the bass note while you use another finger to pluck the melody note. Just try it. Start slow and do not think in terms of bass line and melody line; think in terms of what note is played when, and what notes are played at the same time.