More Country Style Double Stops

In this lesson, we revisit double stops in the new key of A, adding a bluesy flavour by incorporating the A Mixolydian scale! This approach aligns perfectly with a 7th chord, in this context an A7 chord, commonly used in a Country Blues context.

Why Mixolydian? Unlike the A major scale, which includes a G# note that clashes over an A7 chord, the A Mixolydian scale flattens the 7th (G# to G natural). This creates a flat 7 interval, eliminating dissonance and adding a bluesy character that suits this Country style context.

Applying Mixolydian to Double Stops

Double Stops in A: We can use our knowledge of the 6ths and 3rds double stops in the Major scale from the first half of this course to inform this new idea...

We need to flatten the G# note every time it appears in this series of notes...like this:

By tweaking double stops using the A Mixolydian scale, you can add a rich, blues-influenced sound to your country playing, especially over dominant 7 chords.

Combining Hybrid Picking, Double Stops, and Dominant 7th Sounds

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5 Chord

This final lick brings together some techniques covered across the lead and rhythm lessons in this course: Hybrid picking, Double stops, creating a dominant 7th chord sound and follow the chord changes in the progression.

Hybrid Picking with Double Stops: Use hybrid picking to articulate double stops, creating a snappy and dynamic sound that adds that Country guitar attack.

Resolve to Dominant 7th: Work the lick down to target the dominant 7th chord tone, enhancing the Bluesy, Country vibe.

Adapt to Chord Changes: Move this lick shape to follow the chord changes in the progression (A, D and E).