Allan Holdsworth - Ruhkukah Lesson & Tutorial

Allan Holdsworth - Ruhkukah Lesson & Tutorial

Introduction: 0:00

Intro Head line (both parts): 1:10

Solo section w/ alternate voicings: 5:45

Mid-song harmonized line: 16:23

Ending line: 18:35

C major section chord scales & naming issues: 20:50

Half-Whole Diminished scale Analysis and ideas: 25:12

Hey! Here's another lesson for you all who've been enjoying this ride. I initially didn't want to do this song as a lesson because its relatively short and simple but the more I filled in some of the gaps, I found some useful information that hopefully some of you would enjoy. Primarily the end of this video where I talk about how Allan approaches C major and the Half-Whole diminished scale, even including parts from his instructional video. I also analyze a little bit whats going on in those harmonized sections.

I might stir up some controversy with some of those chord names which might be good for discussions. Id like to hear your take on the idea of 'susb2' and 'sus#4' chord to be added to our naming libraries!

Some of you also might take some issue with some of the chord names. I figured I would add I did not take the bass note into consideration and only focus on the chords. I also tried to give the chord the most straightforward name I can, even if functionally it might not be correct.

Also, let me know what other songs you would like to see! For those that do not know, I have written a book that lists and arranges chords used by Allan. In doing that I have transcribed over 50 of his tunes.

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