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SCA-11 Modes Reference Sheet

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About this resource

Along with the individual lesson plans on the modes (SCA-04-10) this sheet is a great way to compare the modes on one sheet. The formula for each mode is written out so you can show the student the different interval changes from mode to mode. This will make it easier to explain the difference between the modes and how they sound. Using this reference sheet in combination with the individual lesson plans on the modes will get the best results.

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PRO-05 Joe Satriani

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About this lesson plan

This guitar lesson plan looks at a few unique aspects of Joe Satriani's playing style. Each example focuses on one specific technique to help you gauge the student's interest in the technique or style. The pieces are quite technical so are not suitable for beginners. If the student is interested in the pieces used it would be worth spending some time working on some of Joe's songs.

This lesson will teach your student:

  • How to use legato up and down a single string
  • Use both hand tapping in different ways
  • Use modes in progressions

The Teacher's Guide explains each example in detail so you can properly teach it even if you aren't familiar with the techniques or Joe's style of playing.

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WMO-06 Chords in Aeolian

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This worksheet will teach your student how to harmonize the Aeolian mode as well as figure out diatonic triads and seventh chords. As the Aeolian mode is the same as the natural minor scale, this worksheet is worth spending some time on. If your student can successfully complete the worksheet correctly, it's a good sign they understand the theory and will be able to apply it as needed.

Along with this worksheet, it's also worth going over the information on the guitar lesson plan listed below.

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SCA-09 Aeolian Mode

WMO-02 Chords in Dorian Mode

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About this worksheet

This worksheet will teach your student how to figure out chords that fit within the Dorian mode. Once your student can easily answer the exercises they will gain a better understanding of the mode and how to apply it. It's recommended you teach the student about the mode first using our guitar lesson plan SCA-05 before giving this worksheet. The exercises will ask the student to figure out the correct diatonic triads and seventh chords within the mode. For example: the diatonic triad built on the third degree of D Dorian is F Major and uses the notes F, A & C. With this level of understanding the student will be able to easily apply the mode in their improvising as they will understand which chords the mode will work with as well as any target tones to work with.

This worksheet will help your student:

  • Understand the Dorian mode
  • Learn to figure out diatonic triads and seventh chords
  • Gain confidence in applying the Dorian mode

Before giving this worksheet to your student, give them WMO-01 which focuses on the Ionian mode.

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SCA-05 Dorian Mode

WMO-01 Chords in Ionian Mode

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About this worksheet

This worksheet will help your student understand Ionian mode and how to figure out how to harmonize it. The exercises are simple and with a bit of understanding of the theory behind the mode. By the end your student will be able to figure out the correct diatonic triad as well as seventh chord based on any degree of Ionian. Eg: The diatonic triad built on the third degree of C Ionian is E minor and uses the notes E, G & B.

Your student may have trouble at first but once they understand the theory they will be able to easily complete the exercises. It's recommended you give the resource SCA-04 to the student first before this worksheet. As Ionian uses the same notes as the Major scale, this worksheet is extremely valuable as it will help the student learn to harmonize the Major scale.

This worksheet will help your student:

  • Understand Ionian mode
  • Learn to figure out diatonic triads and seventh chords
  • Gain confidence in applying the Ionian mode

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SCA-04 Ionian Mode

Looking for an easy way to teach modes?

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Modes are important to learn but can be confusing for students. Our SCA lesson series contains seven simple resources to help you teach your student one mode at a time. Check them out. More

SCA-10 Locrian Mode

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About this lesson

Locrian is the seventh of seven basic modes. Before looking at this content, make sure your student fully understands all the other modes. Locrian is often thought of as a 'theory only' mode because it doesn't often get used in practice. It has a very chaotic sound and can be hard to apply in music. It is sometimes used in metal as it can create a very dark and sinister sound.

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SCA-04 Ionian Mode

SCA-05 Dorian Mode

SCA-06 Phrygian Mode

SCA-07 Lydian Mode

SCA-08 Mixolydian Mode

SCA-09 Aeolian Mode

New lesson material: Aeolian mode

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A new lesson plan is available in the Lesson Materials Section covering the Aeolian mode. Aeolian is the sixth of seven basic modes and worth teaching. Because Aeolian uses the same notes as the Minor Scale, your student will like the fact that they can learn one basic shape to cover two ways of improvising. The included lesson instructions will help you teach the materials effectively.

Access the materials here: SCA-09 Aeolian Mode

The other lesson plans on the modes are available in the Lesson Materials Section here.

New lesson material: Mixolydian Mode

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A new lesson plan has been added to the Lesson Materials Section on the Mixolydian Mode. Mixolydian is the fifth of seven modes and very popular with guitarists. Many blues players will use Mixolydian and it's easy to teach. Just like all the other lesson plans on modes, this one contains a movable fretboard shape and instructions how to teach it properly.

Access the lesson here: SCA-08 Mixolydian Mode

Other lesson plans on modes are available in the Lesson Materials Section.

SCA-08 Mixolydian Mode

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About this lesson

Mixolydian is the fifth of seven modes and is a very fun mode to use. It's used in a wide range of styles and blues players will often throw a bit of Mixolydian in their improvisation. The included lesson instructions will help you teach Mixolydian effectively.

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SCA-04 Ionian Mode

SCA-05 Dorian Mode

SCA-06 Phrygian Mode

SCA-07 Lydian Mode

SCA-09 Aeolian Mode

SCA-10 Locrian Mode