Guitar Techniques and Mastery Tips

In this video tutorial, Ben teaches how to play a riff from the song 'Today' by FKJ and Masago. The lesson covers finger placement and techniques for playing the A Minor 9 and D Minor 7 chords without a pick. Ben provides step-by-step instructions, including hammer-ons and pull-offs, and emphasizes practicing at a slower tempo before speeding up. The tutorial concludes with tips for mastering the riff and encourages viewers to practice and enjoy playing the song.

What is the main challenge highlighted by the instructor in this lesson?

• Tuning the guitar

• Using a capo

• Playing without a pick

• Playing with a pick

Which strings are involved in the picking pattern for the A minor 9 chord?

• G, B, E, A

• D, G, B, E

• A, D, G, B

• E, A, D, G

What is the instructor's advice for mastering the picking pattern?

• Use a metronome

• Play at full speed immediately

• Practice slowly before speeding up

• Focus on strumming

How does the instructor suggest playing the D minor seven chord?

• With the first finger across the 10th fret

• With a pick

• Using a capo

• Using only the thumb

What technique is used on the high E string during the riff?

• Palm muting

• Hammer-on and pull-off

• Bend

• Slide

Which finger is used for the hammer-on and pull-off on the high E string?

• First finger

• Second finger

• Fourth finger

• Third finger

What is the instructor's tip for achieving clear and loud notes during hammer-ons and pull-offs?

• Play at full speed

• Use a pick

• Practice with a metronome

• Strengthen fingers through practice

What is the slight variation introduced in the final part of the riff?

• A new chord

• A different strumming pattern

• An additional note on the low E string

• A change in tuning

What does the instructor suggest doing after learning the entire riff?

• Practice at a slower tempo and gradually increase speed

• Use a capo to change the key

• Forget about the song

• Play along with the track at full speed

What is the instructor's final advice for mastering the song?

• Use a different guitar

• Play only the first half of the riff

• Ensure clarity and comfort before increasing speed

• Skip the hammer-ons and pull-offs