Note Names Vs Note Functions On Guitar . . . Which Is Better?

by Simon Candy

In this video, you learn the difference between learning note names on guitar versus note functions and the intervallic relationship between these. In other words, learning the unique sound any given pitch provides in any given musical context.

While learning note names on the guitar is a good starting point, it's only the beginning of the journey.

In this lesson, I sit down with Guitar Playing Breakthrough Specialist Tom Hess to discuss and demonstrate the importance and benefits of learning the functions of notes and how the notes relate to each other (ie. intervals) to provide the vast spectrum of emotion you hear in music.

You learn:

• The difference between learning note names versus note functions
• The benefits of focusing on the functions of notes
• How to practice learning note functions on the fretboard

Plus a whole lot more!

Watch the video below to learn more:

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