Duration of the online course: 6 hours and 30 minutes
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Unlock your guitar potential with this free comprehensive Intermediate Guitar Course. Master essential techniques, from scales to chords, for classical guitar excellence.
In this free course, learn about
Intermediate Foundation Overview
Intermediate Foundation Stage 1
Intermediate Foundation Stage 2
Intermediate Foundation Stage 3
Intermediate Foundation Stage 4
Intermediate Foundation Stage 5
Intermediate Foundation Consolidation
Course Description
Embark on a musical journey with the Intermediate Guitar Course designed to elevate your guitar skills to new heights. Delve into a comprehensive curriculum tailored for aspiring guitarists keen to advance their classical guitar technique. Explore captivating lessons, beginning with an introduction to the intermediate guitar method, designed to set a solid foundation for your learning experience.
Develop mastery over essential guitar techniques, such as the E Shape Barre Chord Grip, alongside learning major and minor chords. Strengthen your foundational knowledge with one-minute changes and major scale pattern exercises, enhancing your speed and dexterity. Each lesson intricately builds upon the previous, offering structured learning through dedicated practice schedules.
Unearth the mystery of the guitar neck by discovering note placements using octaves. Aspire towards proficiency with the JUSTIN Method through structured training exercises, focusing on rhythm and technique development. As you progress through the stages, immerse yourself in intermediate rhythm guitar practices and improvisation with major scale patterns to boost your spontaneity and creativity.
Elevate your musical expression with lessons on the A Shape Major Barre Chord Grip and explore further into open position note reading. Integrate the blues hybrid scale to add a touch of blues flavor to your style. Grasp string muting techniques, learn bending strings, and delve into the intricate world of percussive hits to enrich your musical style and variety.
As you progress through advanced stages, focus on melodic pattern building and legato scale playing to enhance your musical fluidity and expression. Revise foundational concepts to ensure a comprehensive understanding, ensuring you are prepared for any musical endeavor. This course is designed to provide a holistic understanding of the classical guitar, fostering both technical prowess and creative improvisation.
Course content
Video class: Introducing Justin's Intermediate Guitar Method (Guitar Lesson IM-100) How to play02m
Exercise: What is the purpose of the foundation levels in this intermediate guitar course?
Video class: E Shape Barre Chord Grip, Major and Minor (Guitar Lesson IM-111) How to play IF Stage 119m
Exercise: What is essential to know for playing E-shaped bar chords?
Video class: One Minute Changes (Guitar Lesson IM-112) How to play IF Stage 106m
Exercise: What is the main goal when practicing shifting bar chords in guitar exercises?
Video class: Major Scale Pattern 1 (Guitar Lesson IM-113) How to play IF Stage 112m
Exercise: Why is it important to practice scales slowly and accurately?
Video class: Technique: Minimum Movement Exercise (Guitar Lesson IM-114) How to play IF Stage 104m
Exercise: What is the primary focus of the guitar exercise discussed?
Video class: Intermediate Rhythm Guitar 1 (Guitar Lesson IM-115) How to play IF Stage 109m
Exercise: What is the key difference between 8th note and 16th note strumming patterns?
Video class: Finding Notes On The Guitar Neck Using Octaves (Guitar Lesson IM-116) How to play IF Stage 106m
Exercise: What is essential to learn when mastering guitar fretboard notes?
Video class: JUSTIN Method Training Exercises 1 (Guitar Lesson IM-118) How to play IF Stage 113m
Exercise: What is the initial focus of the intermediate foundation stage in the lesson?
Video class: Practice Schedule (Guitar Lesson IM-119) How to play IF Stage 109m
Exercise: What is a practice hint mentioned for focusing during practice sessions?
Video class: E Shape Barre Chord Grips 706m
Exercise: What technique is used to play a G Dominant 7th chord in E-shaped bar chords?
Video class: One Minute Changes - How to Play IF Stage 2 - Guitar Lesson [IM-122]09m
Exercise: What is emphasized in the guitar lesson for improving chord transitions?
Video class: Basic Improvisation with Pattern 1 of the Major Scale11m
Exercise: What is a key recommendation for beginners when improvising with the G Major scale?
Video class: How to Use a Metronome with Guitar - How to Play Guitar - Stage 2 Guitar Lesson [IM-124]13m
Exercise: What is the purpose of practicing scales with a metronome on the guitar?
Video class: Intermediate Rhythm Guitar 2 - How to Play IF Stage 2 - Guitar Lesson [IM-125]12m
Exercise: What is an accent in 16th note rhythm guitar playing?
Video class: Open Position Note Reading - How to Play Guitar - Stage 2 Guitar Lesson [IM-126]11m
Exercise: What is an essential skill for intermediate guitar players?
Video class: Justin Method Training Exercises 2 - How to Play IF Stage 2 - Guitar Lesson [IM-128]06m
Exercise: What type of chords are focused on for ear training in this lesson?
Video class: Practice Schedule 2 - How to Play IF Stage 2 - Guitar Lesson [IM-129]06m
Exercise: How can you make efficient use of practice time if a one-hour routine is too long?
Video class: A Shape Major Barre Chord Grip - How to Play Guitar - Stage 3 Guitar Lesson [IM-131]13m
Exercise: What is the A-shape major bar chord and how is it played?
Video class: One Minute Changes - How to Play IF Stage 3 - Guitar Lesson [IM-132]07m
Exercise: What is the primary focus of the IM 132 lesson?
Video class: Major Scale Pattern 1: One Finger Guitar Solo - How to Play Guitar - Stage 3 Guitar Lesson [IM-133]07m
Exercise: What practice can change your approach to improvising guitar solos?
Video class: Guitar String Muting Techniques - How To Play Guitar - Stage 3 Guitar Lesson [IM-134]13m
Exercise: What is a key technique to reduce unwanted string noise on a guitar?
Video class: Guitar String Muting Techniques - How To Play Guitar - Stage 3 Guitar Lesson [IM-134]17m
Exercise: What is the primary purpose of string muting techniques in guitar playing?
Video class: Intermediate Rhythm Guitar 3 - How To Play IF Stage 3 - Guitar Lesson [IM-135]10m
Exercise: What is emphasized in developing rhythm guitar using the 16th note strumming pattern?
Video class: Building Melodic Patterns - How To Play Guitar - Stage 3 Guitar Lesson [IM-136]08m
Exercise: Which melodic pattern involves skipping a note and playing the next?
Video class: Justin Method Training Exercises 3 - How To Play IF Stage 3 - Guitar Lesson [IM-138]04m
Exercise: How can you differentiate between E shape and A shape major barre chords based on sound?
Video class: Practice Schedule 3 - How To Play IF Stage 3 - Guitar Lesson [IM-139]05m
Exercise: What is the recommended practice duration for scales with a metronome in Foundation 3 routine?
Video class: A Shape Min, Dom and Min7 Chord Grips - How To Play Guitar - Guitar Lesson Stage 4 [IM-141]05m
Exercise: What is the root note for the D Minor A shape bar chord discussed?
Video class: One Minute Changes - How To Play IF Stage 4 - Guitar Lesson [IM-142]04m
Exercise: Which chord change is recommended for strength building?
Video class: Using The Blues Hybrid Scale - Blues Guitar Scales - Stage 4 Guitar Lesson [IM-143]07m
Exercise: What is the key difference between the Blues Scale and the Minor Pentatonic Scale?
Video class: Bending Strings - Technique Series - How To Play IF Stage 4 - Guitar Lesson [IM-144]15m
Exercise: What is crucial for correct string bending technique on guitar?
Video class: Intermediate Rhythm Guitar 4 - Percussive Hit - How to play IF Stage 4 - Guitar Lesson [IM-145]09m
Exercise: How can you create a snare drum sound on rhythm guitar?
Video class: 12 Bar Blues Bass Lines - Blues Guitar Tutorial - Stage 4 Guitar Lesson [IM-146]06m
Exercise: What is the main concept to learn in this blues guitar lesson?
Video class: JUSTIN Method Training Exercises 4 (Guitar Lesson IM-148) How to play IF Stage 403m
Exercise: What is the key focus of Exercise '4A'?
Video class: Practice Schedule 4 - How To Play IF Stage 4 - Guitar Lesson [IM-149]05m
Exercise: What is emphasized as a key practice strategy in the routine?