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#301 - THIS Is Why You CAN'T Pick Faster!
My friends, today I want to share a very important picking technique workout with you - with a special focus on one topic that's holding back a lot of players: the upward escape motion!Download your practice files for this video (tabs, backing tracks, guitar pro, play-along videos): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_4naf6mJkJGc2cwkSzWixlbRwmrbz5b2?usp=sharingThis workout is easy to memorize but quite hard to execute - please pay close ...
#300 - 5 EASY Shred Licks That Sound ADVANCED!
My friends, we did it - 300 episodes!! Let's work on something very special this week :) In this in-depth lesson, I would like to show you 5 of my current favorite licks that are way easier than they look and sound.Here are your practice files for this week (tabs, guitar pro, play-along videos, backing tracks): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1tDn6llx-FQnJ1bEEy-nZzzND986i8J2y?usp=sharingPlease make sure to refer to the video and the ex...
The KHDK Shred Pedal Is FINALLY BACK!
My friends, since my signature pedal sold out in just 2 days last year, you've been asking me to bring it back - so I contacted KHDK and we made it happen for you! Here's the exclusive pre-order link (with more information): https://www.khdkelectronics.com/eshop/shred-ii/This link is only for my inner circle - we will go public with this tomorrow. So you awesome people have the advantage :) I'm sure it will sell out fast again, so gra...
#299 - How to build picking speed FAST (just do THIS!)
My friends, it's time for the next workout challenge - this time, it's all about picking again! But there's a twist: you have to switch between different note values and strings (with downstrokes and alternate picking), and the tempo is increasing gradually!Here are your practice files for this workout: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/17nuudX61FeugPIe9RyNql-210RbS8XMn?usp=sharingIMPORTANT: For some reason, my Guitar Pro softwar...
Patreon Platinum Member Livestream
Time to hang out again, my friends!! Please post your questions in the YouTube live chat (not on Patreon) - thanks so much :)
My new signature picks are FINALLY HERE :)
My friends, I'm so excited to present my brand-new signature picks! They are available starting today at my Shopify store: https://bernth.myshopify.com/I made them together with the awesome people from ThePicksHouse and they have the perfect thickness and grip for fast, clean, and controlled shredding.For a limited amount of time, you will also get a really cool-looking pick box so that you never lose your picks again :)Enjoy shredding with t...
#298 - 5 Theory Tricks To Save YEARS Of Guitar Practice
My friends, you voted for a music theory lesson - so I'm happy to present 5 of my best and most important tricks to make faster progress with this often dreaded topic :)Download the practice files I made for you (tabs, guitar pro, backing tracks, play-along videos): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1bSYRrKoAbqPRum1LQyLcO7lhDIJk3ta1?usp=sharingAnd here's the link to the full music theory course I mentioned in this video (the link is ...
#297 - The WORST Mistake ALL Self-Taught Guitarists Make
My friends, you voted for the important topic of accenting chord changes while improvising/soloing - so I put together this awesome lesson for you :) Here is your practice package for this week (play-along videos, tabs, guitar pro files, backing tracks): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1XHNHi0oPVjMz0Kh6NwwQQCHD7zRvuFX4?usp=sharingOnly working with one scale to shred over full chord progressions is one of the biggest mistakes I see self-tau...
#296 - 15 MIN GUITAR TECHNIQUE WORKOUT - Picking, Finger Exercises & More
My friends, you voted for a daily technique workout that features all important guitar techniques - so I'm happy to present this killer routine!Download your practice files (tabs, guitar pro, play-along videos, backing tracks): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ginYDxfO6b_h3a7sxj0Gdu3K20IEDj1C?usp=sharingPlease make sure not to skip the slow part, that one really helps with your timing and with building the necessary technique fundament...
NEW 15-MINUTE WORKOUT TOMORROW!
My friends, I hope you all have time to practice this weekend - I'm dropping a brand-new 15-minute play-along guitar technique routine!It will be one of the best and most detailed routines I ever put together for you :) Through 10 blocks, you will work on alternate picking, economy picking, sweep picking, legato, selective picking, and tapping. As a member on Patreon, you will be able to download the exercise play-along videos, tabs, guitar p...
#295 - My BEST tips for playing better ON STAGE!
My friends, I'm finally back from the tour! You are currently voting for the next lesson topics - until we have a clear winner, I would like to talk about playing guitar on stage for the first time!I can't believe that we never discussed this with almost 300 episodes here - so I'd like to share my best tips when it comes to practicing, preparing, and performing. I also want to answer a lot of questions I got since I announced my first...
October Lesson Voting
My friends, I'm finally back from my first European headlining tour - thanks so much to all the amazing people that came to the shows, it was a huge success! :)Now it's time to decide on the next lesson topics, I will start filming this week - can't wait to see how you decide!
#294 - Best Intermediate Exercises For SHORT Routines!
My friends, you voted for another video that features great exercises for short practice routines - so I made a lesson about intermediate workouts this time! These exercises are great for short sessions because they have multiple technical benefits - find out everything in the video :)Please don't forget to download your practice files for this week, I added them below! Once again, the guitar pro file has some added instrumentation so that yo...
#293 - 5 AMAZING Daily Finger Exercises!
My friends, you voted for a lesson about daily finger exercises that help with building independence and control! So allow me to show you some of my favorite workouts - these both serve as great warmups and exercises for your finger technique block.Please don't forget to download your practice files (I added them below the video - a detailed guitar pro file with added instrumentation and a tab pdf sheet) and post your practice clips in the VI...
Going on my first solo tour NEXT WEEK!
My friends, I'm so excited to finally see some of you in person on my upcoming European tour! :) If you still don't have a ticket, you can get yours here: https://shorturl.at/uFKUYI also wanted to let everyone that sadly can't attend know that I just finished recording 2 new exclusive Patreon lessons - so there will be no content break on here :) You can expect 2 awesome videos in the upcoming weeks, taken straight from your wishlist ...
#292 - Speed-Building Workout CHALLENGE #4
My friends, before I work on your wishlist topics, I have another episode in the speed-building workout saga for you :) This is the most challenging one yet, so please make sure to do all the prior ones before giving this a try!Here are your practice files for this week (play-along video, tabs, guitar pro file, backing tracks): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Pf6DaJJlPLAa9m0SYZSXa7TwsD-aoFyH?usp=drive_linkIf you feel stuck at any tempo (o...
#291 - Legato Sweep Workout CHALLENGE
My friends, this week I want to challenge you with a unique combination of techniques - what happens when you combine legato with sweep picking? Spoiler alert: It sounds awesome!Here are your practice files for this week (play-along video, tabs, guitar pro file, backing tracks): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Lcbn12a9bF-lgn1hOZWiRMnJ7G78_AY6?usp=sharingMake sure to record yourself while practicing this to make sure that you're not pi...
September Lesson Voting
My friends, it's finally time to decide on the next lesson topics! Can't wait to see how this one turns out - I have one more awesome thing prepared for you next week, and then it's all about your voting winners again :) Have an awesome week!
#290 - Picking Articulation Workout CHALLENGE
My friends, this week I have another awesome picking workout for you! This one is all about picking dynamics and articulation - an interesting topic we never discussed so far :)Download your practice files for this week (play-along video, tabs, guitar pro file, backing tracks, PDF tabs): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1JSigMp5G2ofE1PitonJrfwQ_maXugkC_?usp=drive_linkPlease pay close attention to where the accents are falling - since they a...
#289 - The 5 BEST Phrasing Tricks For Better Solos
My friends, you voted for the really interesting topic of phrasing this month - so I want to show you my 5 best tricks that will instantly spice up your playing :)I attached a guitar pro file and PDF tab sheet of everything I explain in this video below and also added 2 backing tracks for you so that you can immediately try out these ideas!And in case you don't have your tickets for my upcoming solo tour yet, get them here: https://bit.ly/3In...
#288 - Speed-Building Workout #3
My friends, you voted for a continuation of our speed-building workout series - so I'm happy to deliver the most challenging one yet :)Here are your practice files for this week (tabs, guitar pro, backing tracks, play-along video): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1PFbTxDwbxiQ_3mdaVsPpj-rNNDyuaglj?usp=sharingThis workout will force you to transition between 4 strings with a pattern that constantly changes and turns around - so it's ...
#287 - String Muting Techniques - Clean Up Your Playing!
My friends, you voted for string muting on the lesson wishlist for this month - so I'm very happy to present an in-depth lesson that features both basic and advanced tips to clean up your playing :)In addition to this video, I highly suggest checking out the previous episode - in this one, I talked a bit more about index finger muting: https://www.patreon.com/posts/229-patreon-67802535I really hope this helps with reducing string noise! Don&#...
#286 - Rhythm Guitar Workout CHALLENGE!
My friends, let's work on your rhythm guitar skills today! I want to challenge you to play this awesome Metal riff etude at 200 BPM :)Here are your files for this week (play-along video, tabs, guitar pro file, backing tracks): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_AAqZ8ZyS-N6HxVMvtwhy-lptzKWMCkf?usp=sharingThis workout features downstrokes, alternate picking, gallops, string skipping, and many other interesting details - your main focus is...
#285 - Speed-Building Workout #2
My friends, since you enjoyed the first speed-building workout so much, I wanted to record a sequel for you as fast as possible :)These workouts are all about simple exercises that make for great speed routines. Instead of learning long and complex sequences (like with the recent 3 Key Techniques Workout), you focus on a simple exercise while the tempo gradually increases!Here are your practice files for this week (play-along video, tabs, guitar ...
Lesson Voting August 2023
My friends, let's decide on the video topics for this month :) Can't wait to work on these for you, hope you all have an amazing week!!
#284 - Modern Songwriting Lesson ('Farewell' Tutorial)
My friends, you have been asking about the tabs for the latest song 'Farewell' quite a lot - so I thought I'd go one step beyond and show you how to play the 2 most important parts :)Don't forget to download the tabs and guitar pro files below this post! This song is great for practicing modern fingerpicking, but you will also learn a lot about the 'chord melody' arrangement process.Tag me in your covers (Instagram stories...
#283 - 3 Key Techniques Workout CHALLENGE
Hey friends, you voted for a daily workout that includes the most important and challenging techniques - so I would like to introduce you to the next workout challenge :)Here are your practice files for this week (play-along video, tabs, guitar pro file, backing tracks): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1xEw0fDU5TClYNGR_AABEirDXzqwMx9F-?usp=sharingThe main goal is combining the 3 key techniques in one workout etude and pushing your abilitie...
#282 - Speed-Building Workout #1
My friends, you voted for more speed-building workouts - so I want to introduce you to a new series of short but effective workouts with a twist! :)These speed-building workouts are based on a new practice concept: gradually increasing tempo tracks that push you beyond your comfort zone.Here are your practice files for this week (backing tracks, play-along video, tabs, guitar pro): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1yijcz00tR3po_KcJQPXBw2wrS...
#281 - Intervallic Functions & Improvisation | BEST Theory Concepts
Hey friends, you voted for a lesson that explains intervallic functions and using this way of thinking for improvisation - so I'm happy to present a beginner's guide that serves as the perfect foundation for diving deeper with these lessons:Still a bit overwhelmed? Check out how intervals work:https://www.patreon.com/posts/46-ultimate-to-32292895Already familiar with this? Learn more about thinking in intervals:https://www.patreon.com/pos...
Lesson Voting July 2023
My friends, it's time to decide on the next lesson topics for this month! Can't wait to work on these for you, let's have an amazing month full of summer shredding :)
