Crest of the Revolution (Performance)
Lesson time: (4min 24sec)
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This lesson is part of the course Zeitgenössische Instrumentalgitarre
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Lesson transcript:
Sa
This is the first note of the Indian musical scale, also known as "Shadja." In Western music, it roughly corresponds to the note C.
Character and Emotion
- Sa embodies stability and is considered the foundation of the melody.
- It has a calming and soothing quality, often associated with peace.
Usage in Music
- Sa is foundational in various ragas (melodic frameworks).
- It serves as the reference point for tuning other notes.
Importance in Practice
- Start your practice sessions by establishing Sa on your instrument.
- Use Sa to tune other notes accurately.
Quote "Sa is the soul of music; everything else builds upon it."
About the instructor
Doug Smith ist ein Grammy-prämierter akustischer Fingerstyle-Gitarrist und ehemaliger Gewinner des Winfield International Fingerstyle Guitar Competition, dessen Spiel im Film August Rush zu hören war. Sein Stil schöpft aus Folk, Klassik und Jazz, und er teilte die Bühne mit Musikern wie Tommy Emmanuel, Laurence Juber und Andy McKee. In seinem MusicGurus-Kurs "Contemporary Instrumental Guitar" schlüsselt er die Techniken hinter seinen Solo-Arrangements auf. read more