Description:
Even if it doesn’t feel like riffs and runs come naturally to you, I promise you’ll improve with consistent practice. For the best results, include exercises like these AND riffs from real songs in your practice. Over time, the speed will become easier to match, and the patterns will be easier to hear. Above all, have fun! We don’t make good progress when we’re frustrated, so please don’t be hard on yourself. Remember the ways in which you can make an exercise or riff pattern easier: always start by slowing it down and increasing speed gradually; and if needed, add a consonant to each pitch until you’re comfortable with the pattern. Happy practicing!
Lessons:
- 1: Welcome
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2:
Warmup
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3:
Major Scale Patterns
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4:
Pentatonic Scale Patterns
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5:
Pulses & Bends
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6:
Conclusion
Instructor: Camille van Niekerk
Camille van Niekerk is a singer, writer and vocal instructor in Southern California. Camille began studying voice and performing in musicals at age seven. In 2010, Camille began working towards her BA in Music Education at Azusa Pacific University. She then earned her teaching credential from San Diego State University and taught classroom choral and instrumental music. Shortly after moving to LA county, Camille began her private vocal studio, providing vocal coaching, ear training, and recording for students of all ages. She is constantly refining her skills and methods for greater versatility and effectiveness. When she is not teaching, Camille enjoys singing with the L.A. Choral Lab and Ensoma Creative. She lives in San Diego with her husband and loves going to the beach, practicing yoga, reading, and cooking.