Using Modal Mixture for Dreamy and Epic Melodies/Leads [MUSIC THEORY]

Modal Mixture is the use of multiple scales that share a common tonal center. Traditionally, we only use modes of the Major Scale but in the jam track video that accompanies this, I include other non-modal options as well.

Even if some of this stuff is too advanced for you, I encourage you to turn on the track and play along with the notes on the screen- even simple melodies and movements can sound very pleasing over this chord progression.

A huge thanks to the following Patreon supporters:
Linas Orentas
Marek Pawlowski
John Arnold
Christopher Swanson
Marc Bulandr
Alvaro Begue-Aguado
Bradley Bower

Table of Contents:
00:00 Intro
01:08 What is Modal Mixture?
03:04 Modal Interchange
04:16 Practicing
05:41 Highlighting The Change
08:15 Other Scale Options
10:05 Appropriately Using Modal Mixture
10:54 Wrapping Up

[Poketrainer]

Everyone should Screenshot 4:00 and save that...just got into scales thanks to this guy..struggled with use of chords though..usually I just use power chords so thank you

[swampybogard]

The bend to mixolidian in the intro solo at 0:10 was so badass

[jordanhaliday]

I feel like you unlocked this door limitless magical expression

[djderive]

I played guitar for over 15 years, and did my best to learn by ear. I got so good at one point I was able to transcribe solos from dimebag Darrell randy Rhodes by ear. But I could never tell you much about music theory, modal interchange or anything like that. I always had my own theories about how things worked, and this video really just blew me away. How did I never venture out? Learn this stuff at a younger age? I always thought music theory was too expensive growing up or that everything that I wanted to learn would eventually come to me either through practicing or watching old guitar tutorials on how to play.

[SignalsMusicStudio]

can't tell you how much I love that begruding bend at 08:05

[dougschrecengostii]

"Chromatic passage, " Jake, these notes just SOAR. You have a gift in explaining modes and how to think about them. Thanks, Jake! I learn much from you!

[YatiAcharya]

Holy moly...
The intro, the lesson and the overall "you've GOT to experiment with it" attitude... Goddamn. Love this video so very much

[sagig]

Dude! You topped all your amazing lessons. This is hands down your best lesson. There's so much to learn here. Your ability to articulate and simplify all of this - is just incredible. Truly a great lesson. Any musician should watch this.

[crablegs]

I've learned more about music from two months of watching this channel than I have in almost 20 years of being alive.

[Burak-lsyd]

I am saying this with my heart, you are the best music theory teacher on YouTube. I haven't seen any better videos than yours. I don't joke, you are the best!!!

[MusicWithMarky]

One of the things I love most about music is that even after 30+ years playing, I can stumble onto something that I haven't used that much and it makes me excited to do some more writing & improvising. Thanks for the cool vid!

[theorionnebula]

This guy’s channel has EXACTLY what i need to progress in my music theory and songwriting. Thank you Jake!!

[JaimeAndresJaramillo]

Dude you explain complex things in such a simple and logical way... what a talent

[liberiofrank]

I used to teach music at a community college. I thought I was a pretty studly instructor. But you, my friend, are the real deal. I learn so much from you, and I love your friendly, clear presentation style. As other have said, "Please never stop making these videos!"

[alanjose]

WHAT THE HELL dude, you just gave me the answer I'm looking for years in complete details. I always intrigued by that dreamy sounds but I'm completely clueless. Definitely will subs.

[michael]

This video is worth its weight in gold

[Givemegoodreason]

Awe man I started trying this the other day and thought I was groundbreaking🤣🤣🤣 today I find a video explaining my idea over 2 years before I even considered it.

[FranciscoBIdo]

AWESOME! Love the chromatic bend that makes the changes. Hard to improv with it unless you practice it a million times.

[liminal]

I love using Locrian to enter leads.
Ex: if you're in Am, use the B Locrian arpeggio (B-D-F-A-B) to start a lead run. It has a unique sound.

[leo-ydcf]

I think that first solo was your best of the lessons. Convinced me to pay close attention to the lesson.