In this video
In this genre studies part of the intermediate course, we look at ‘Funk’. This should help to choose which genres you wish to specialise in after doing this course.
Funk inspired guitar playing is heard in all the core western music genres. From Nile Rodgers style rhythm playing in pop songs such as Uptown Funk, to funky rock riffs to funky lead lines.
Here is my example, which should be fine for anyone to be able to play.
Key stylistic points to remember are;
- Clean guitar sound and chickas (chord hand string muting)
- Blues inspired lead lines, very sparse to keep the emphasis on the beat, rhythm and bass line
Other lessons to check out that will go well with this lesson include;
- 16th strumming explained
- Muting techniques (shown as an X on the TAB)