Immerse Yourself in the Captivating World of Fingerstyle Guitar with "Fingerstyle with Don Ross," an extraordinary online guitar course available exclusively on TrueFire, produced in collaboration with JamPlay. Led by the legendary fingerstyle guitarist, Don Ross, this course is a masterclass in fingerstyle technique, creativity, and musicality.
With 21 meticulously crafted lessons, "Fingerstyle with Don Ross" is designed to take your fingerstyle playing to new heights. Whether you're a beginner eager to learn the fundamentals or an intermediate player seeking to expand your repertoire, this course provides a comprehensive roadmap for developing intricate fingerstyle arrangements and breathtaking melodies.
Don Ross, renowned for his innovative approach and emotive playing, shares his vast knowledge and expertise with you. You'll delve into fingerstyle essentials such as fingerpicking patterns, harmonics, percussive techniques, and chord progressions. Through Don's guidance, you'll learn to infuse your playing with nuance, dynamics, and expressive phrasing, transforming your guitar into a full-fledged orchestra.
TrueFire's cutting-edge learning platform offers an immersive experience. High-definition video lessons, on-screen tablature, and supplemental practice materials ensure that you grasp each concept with clarity. With the included backing tracks, you can apply your newfound skills in a musical context, refining your technique and enhancing your ability to create mesmerizing fingerstyle arrangements.
Discover the artistry and magic of fingerstyle guitar with "Fingerstyle with Don Ross." Unleash your creativity, explore new horizons, and join the ranks of fingerstyle guitar virtuosos. Enroll now and witness your guitar playing flourish under the guidance of a true master.
What you'll learn
Create chord melody passages using open strings and fretted notes
Master wide finger stretches for complex chord voicings
Navigate CGCGAD tuning and understand how it relates to drop D
Understand how to build extended chords by stacking thirds
Understand and feel jazz waltz rhythm (triplet-based 3/4)
New fingerstyle instructor Don Ross introduces himself, his background, and what you should expect in this series.
2Don Ross Series Introduction
New fingerstyle instructor Don Ross introduces himself, his background, and what you should expect in this series.
3Playing Style
Don Ross talks about the way he plays and how he got started in his particular style. He also brushes on right hand technique and thumb pick style.
4Playing Style
Don Ross talks about the way he plays and how he got started in his particular style. He also brushes on right hand technique and thumb pick style.
5Playing Style
Don Ross talks about the way he plays and how he got started in his particular style. He also brushes on right hand technique and thumb pick style.
6Playing Style
Don Ross talks about the way he plays and how he got started in his particular style. He also brushes on right hand technique and thumb pick style.
7Finger Assignments
Don Ross takes some time to talk about where he places each right hand finger while playing fingerstyle. This is a great lesson for those who wish to fix old habits, or are just starting out in this wonderful style.