“Learning to Play Guitar: Chords, Scales, and Solos” S:1 E:23 DADGAD Tuning and Lydian Mode

S:1 E:23 DADGAD Tuning and Lydian Mode Take a look at the far-reaching influence of acoustic guitarist Michael Hedges, and his ingenious use of alternate tunings of the instrument. Continue with a two-part cross-picking exercise, for hand dexterity. Practice the Lydian modal scale. Then explore alternate tunings, focusing on Michael Hedges’ “D-A-D-G-A-D” tuning, and use it in the song “Alpine Sunrise”.