In this session we’ll learn iconic sections of the following Fleetwood Mac songs: Everywhere, Rhiannon, The Chain and Landslide. We’ll delve into the core techniques needed to play them properly and make them sound authentic and professional.
Purchase just this session or buy ALL four sessions of the series and receive a 25% discount.
This series covers the songs of the following groups:
Here we’ll be learning sections of some of Fleetwood Mac’s classic songs and delving into the techniques required to play them properly. The signature sections of each of the following songs will be covered in detail:
RHIANNON
This one is a brilliant exercise for practicing double stops while keeping a constant bass root note
going throughout. Use the thumb for the bass note and index and middle fingers for the melody. It
is a little tricky to get the brain to do exactly what’s needed so work on this slowly.
For a little variety you can do a basic finger style pattern in the bridge.
LANDSLIDE
This is one of the most beautiful acoustic songs. A simple chordal pattern that will let you properly
focus on your picking hand technique. What we want here is a relaxed feel, with the thumb walking
across the different bass strings. Also think carefully about the fingerings you will use in the fretting
hand. We want to set ourselves up for the easiest transitions possible, and if that means keeping fingers down between shapes then that’s what you should do. When your chorus starts use the suggested strumming patterns as a way to keep a flowing feel. Remember to get that proper rhythmic feel by playing the bass note on beat one and then the high strings only for the remaining beats. The tied 1/8th notes give us a more musical approach
to the guitar groove.
EVERYWHERE
This is a very good piece for practicing secure, strong and accurate rhythmic strumming.
We also add into the mix some little licks. By doing this we are showing you how to take two
guitar parts and morph them into one. Plus, who doesn’t want to be able to mix some licks
into their rhythmic playing.
THE CHAIN
Every Fleetwood Mac lover should learn this song. But be aware that it comes with a number of challenges. On the original recording there are multiple layered guitar parts so we need to create our own approximation of those as a singular player. This requires intricate finger style patterns and being clever about your chord shapes so that you get the best possible outcome.
BTW, the materials for previous sessions are still available to buy on request by email. See below.
It’s always best to attend live rather than just buying the materials. But the option for Materials-Only is there for those occasions when you just can’t make it.
This series of 4 sessions is a sequential series, so you will get much more out of it by committing to all 4 sessions (recommended as it comes with a 25% discount).
The materials for previous sessions are available on request:
High beginner to intermediate players. Even players who are relatively new to the guitar will get some great ideas and approaches from these sessions. Acoustic or electric guitars are usually fine for the sessions.
The session is approx. 60 minutes long; don’t expect to master everything during the session. The tutor will go through all the key parts, demonstrating them and discussing the associated techniques and know-how.
The real work is done by you afterwards. Armed with the materials (PDFs, backing tracks and video recording), you’ll have all the tools to work on things at your own pace.
When you book you’ll have two options:
1. You want to join this live Zoom session.
You’ll receive the joining instructions on the day. Being live, you’ll be able to put your own questions directly to the tutor during the session. Choose option 1, This live lesson and materials.
2. Maybe you’d like to attend but can’t make it on this occasion?
You can buy the materials and receive them after the session (i.e. lesson PDF(s) and access to a Zoom recording of the live session). Choose option 2, Materials only. We often provide bonus materials for live attendance-only.
3. Buy all four sessions up-front for a 25% discount (RECOMMENDED)
As with option 1, you’ll receive the joining instructions on the day.