Indigo Blue (performance)
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David CullenDavid Cullen performs his tune 'Indigo Blue' on acoustic guitar - watch and play along with the interactive notation.
What's in the course
14 lessons (1h 37m) · 1 free
01. Blue Counterpoint (performance)
Free lesson4:09
02. Blue Counterpoint (lesson)
9:44
03. Indigo Blue (performance)
You are here4:32
04. Indigo Blue (lesson)
10:56
05. Groove Etude (performance)
4:09
06. Groove Etude (lesson)
9:20
07. Midari (performance)
4:50
08. Midari (lesson)
10:09
09. Bahama Beach (performance)
5:14
10. Bahama Beach (lesson)
9:47
11. Go Ahead And Play (performance)
4:22
12. Go Ahead And Play (lesson)
10:10
13. BONUS: Coming Home (performance)
4:14
14. BONUS: Ebb And Flow (performance)
5:44
Lesson transcript
Music Lesson: Introduction to "Sa"
In this lesson, we will focus on "Sa," an essential concept in music.
What is "Sa"?
"Sa," also known as "Swar," is the foundational note in Indian classical music. It represents the tonic and is the starting point for understanding the scale.
Key Points:
- Tonic Note: "Sa" is the first note in the scale.
- Role in Music: It serves as a reference point for other notes.
- Pronunciation: "Sa" is pronounced as /sah/.
Importance of "Sa":
- "Sa" provides stability to the musical piece.
- It helps in building melodies and creating harmonies.
Practice:
- Begin by singing "Sa" in different pitches to familiarize yourself with its sound.
- Try to locate "Sa" on your instrument.
Quote:
"Sa is the heart of the melody; it anchors all the notes that follow."
Let's explore "Sa" further in our next lesson!
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Meet your guru
David Cullen is a Grammy Award winner for Best Pop Instrumental Recording. He has performed with Will Ackerman, Samite, Michael Manring, Victor Wooten, and the Philly Pops Orchestra, and earned his Bachelor of Music in Classical Guitar Performance from the Hartt School of Music.
A master of solo fingerstyle acoustic guitar, David moves fluidly between classical technique, jazz harmony and improvisation, and his own original compositions. He has performed throughout North America for Classical Guitar Societies, Jazz Festivals, and Performing Arts Series, released 10 CDs for the acoustic guitar label Solid Air Records, and had his recordings featured on NPR stations across America.
Studio work includes the Windham Hill Guitar Sampler and other Windham Hill compilation CDs. David has also released two books through Warner Brothers Publications: "Jazz, Classical, and Beyond" and "Grateful Guitar".
