Medicine Song Masterclass Part 1

Explore how a capo changes guitar tonality, allows the same ten chords to sound different across frets, and increases song variety in the lesson book.

Hold the guitar at an angle with a leg rest for ergonomic, long session playing. Avoid contortion and beware muscle memory when choosing position, as switching later can harm chords.

Master strumming fundamentals as the guitar rhythm foundation, starting with four down strums, then adds up strums and breaks while counting four beats and controlling string hits.

Master strumming pattern teaches the universal down down up up down up. This four-beat rhythm applies to most songs, with muting and steady timing.

Master fingerstyle guitar fundamentals, including finger-to-string assignment, the role of fingernails in tone, and muting techniques to keep rhythm on autopilot.

Master the standard five-four picking pattern (5-4-2-3-1-2-3-1) with thumb, index, middle, and ring finger, learn the three core patterns, and practice until it becomes autopilot for medicine songs.

Explore the 5-4-3-1-2-3-1-5-4-3-1-2-3-1-4 picking pattern and its rest-in-between vibe compared to the previous pattern, and learn why mastering one pattern before adding another is recommended.

Master the 5-4-2-3-4-3-2-3 picking pattern using thumb, index, and middle fingers with muted strings to create a wave-like roll that fits many songs, without using the ring finger.

Practice chord drills to train finger coordination and smooth changes. Start with two known chords, then add a third and work through simple progressions before tackling songs.

Learn palm mute techniques to create staccato guitar vibes that feel like a drummer, boosting energy for ceremonies, dance, and transitions.

discover how to make each song your own by adjusting tempo, tonality, and volume to fit your unique voice, while honoring group singing magic and avoiding comparisons.

Understand how your vocal capacity shapes key choice and relative pitch when transposing chords to fit your voice. Discover how harmonizing with others relieves strain and improves resonance.

Explore how fingernails influence tone and technique in classical guitar, and decide whether to grow nails or play without them to shape muscle memory and performance.

Identify where to change the chord by listening for inflection points and feeling the music, not only relying on chords written above words. Learn how many bars each chord is played, and visit their website to download the Sacred Valley tribe songbook version with chord changes on top.

Learn to master rhythm with metronome and drum beat practice, overcome rhythm challenges, and improve timing for singing and instrument playing.

Learn to play medicine song masterclass part 1 with strummed or fingerpicked approaches, prioritizing strumming to build energy and confidence before adding fingerstyle.

Learn how to play bar chords with classical guitar technique, reduce finger strain using elbow-down posture, a twisting motion, and a rest for longevity.

Develop autopilot in both hands through steady drills and practice to keep the song going, reduce nerves, and perform with joy and presence.

Master 3/4 timing and two rhythm patterns, including 5-4-2-3-1 then rest and 5-4-3-1-2-3-6-4-3-1, using counting or a metronome to stay on beat.

Practice simple finger and thumb stretches and hand massages to warm up, relieve guitar playing pain, and loosen hand muscles using warm water, massage, and rubber balls.

Learn how finger calluses form and why wrist pain signals repetitive strain, and discover stretches and dietary tips to prevent it.

Explore the chords for each song with a quick run-through to guide beginners on easy chords and transitions. Use Google or YouTube or instructor guidance to learn more.

Learn the A minor and E minor chords, place fingers on frets, avoid buzzing, and practice transitions between chords for beginner guitar players.

Learn to form E, E minor, A minor, and A chords. Note E mirrors A minor moved up one string, and practice transitions with strumming.

Master the chords C and G from an A minor base; practice smooth transitions to A minor, C, and E minor, while keeping fingers near strings and landing chords together.

Learn the D and D minor chords on guitar, using the bottom four strings and precise fingerings, and master smooth transitions with a priority on the D minor shape.

Learn the seldom used B7 chord as a practical alternative to the B chord, with a simple four-finger shape and five-string strumming for many pop songs.

Learn the F and B minor barre chords, including proper bar technique across three strings and five- or six-string variations, to become a more effective guitar player.

Apply the bass string guide to know how many strings each chord should ring, from five on A minor and B7 to six on E, E minor, F, and G.

Master a beginner-friendly ayahuasca song on guitar using a simple a minor progression, hammer-ons, and strumming, while practicing pronunciation and connecting with medicine tribe music in the sacred valley.

Learn a high-energy bolo bolo song with an easy main chorus, a two-bar progression in a minor and g, plus pronunciation tips and a simple strumming pattern.

Learn to play and pronounce el cielo in the medicine song masterclass part 1, using the 5-4-2-3-1-2-3-1 picking pattern with D minor and C chords for group singing.

Practice Haida Condé with capo on the first fret, using down down up up down up over F, C, and G chords.

Learn the song hey yama yo in medicine song masterclass part 1, with a no capo picking pattern in d minor, chord transitions, and pronunciation for a group singing circle.

Explore an easy guitar arrangement for Jaya Shiva Shambo in medicine song masterclass part 1, using am, c, g, am, a capo at fifth fret, and a simple picking pattern.

Learn the simple guitar lesson I find my joy, featuring a down down up up down up strumming pattern and chords a minor, c, g with optional capo.

Learn lokah samastah in a medicine song masterclass, mastering the chords e minor, g, d, and a simple 4/4 picking pattern while refining pronunciation and inflections to connect hearts.

Learn a beginner-friendly guitar lesson for the song Nino Salvaje, featuring easy chords (E minor, G, D), a simple picking pattern, and pronunciation tips for singing along.

Learn the popular medicine song agua de estrellas in medicine song masterclass part 1 with a guided guitar tutorial covering capo on the third fret, chords, and picking patterns.

Continue your Medicine Song Masterclass journey by joining MoS Academy for parts two and three, unlocking healing songs, content creation, breathwork tracks, and backing tracks.