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Tip 1. Use the Aeolian mode in your solos.

While most guitarist are content to play the minor pentatonic scale in many instances Eric's preference is the Aeolian mode.

Here is some examples:

E /// | A /// | E /// | E ///|

The significance of the two extra notes is that they create a very important musical tension. The musical tension is caused by the distance of a semitone. A semitone is the distance of one fret on a guitar. When you play the D Aeolian mode on your guitar notice how there is a between semitone between the notes E and F and the notes A and Bb.

The Aeolian mode contains all the notes of the minor pentatonic with the addition of two extra notes.

Eric Clapton has the magic touch when it comes to presenting a song. If you want to play Eric Clapton songs on the guitar there's a couple of things you need to keep in mind to help you produce Eric's unique sound.

D Aeolian mode contains = D, E, F, G, A, Bb, C

A /// | A /// | E /// |E ////|

Eric Clapton songs that use this style of chord are Layla (the original electric version), Sunshine Of Your Love, Cocaine.

You can hear a good example of Eric playing a solo based on the D Aeolian mode if you listen to "Layla" on the Clapton Unplugged album. In this solo Eric uses a combination of D Aeolian mode and the D blues scale.

B /// | A /// | E /// | E ///||

Tip 2. Play power chords for fast chord changes.

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Being able to identify a song by recognizing it's form is a vital part of learning songs quickly.

A most popular type of power chord is simply a two note chord that uses the tonic note and it's fifth. It's quite common to see these chords indicated as "5" chord e.g., C5, G5, D5 etc

The secret to playing Eric Clapton songs is to understand how he chooses his chords and scales carefully to help him present a song. Here's ... tips to get the famous Clapton sound.

In the hands of an experience performer like Eric Clapton these simple musical raw materials can be very effective.

D minor pentatonic scale = D, F, G, A and C

Does Eric's sound come from his Fender guitar? No, Eric Clapton could make just about any guitar sound great. Eric plays with a degree of emotion and sensitivity rarely found in rock or blues guitar players.

When playing fast Clapton songs or songs with fast chord changes use power chords.

Tip 3. Learn to play the 12 bar blues.

Here is an example of a 12 bar blues in the key of E.

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4. Releases "feel good" endorphins!

As you begin to use "full body breathing" with a relaxed, soft belly, you allow the
diaphragm to drop down, giving the lungs the freedom to expand more fully.
Relaxed abdominals are essential for proper breath support while singing. I like to
think of "filling up like a balloon" when I sing. This gives firm, active breath support
and allows for deep, full breathing. Singing promotes slow, deep, healthy
breathing.

If you love to sing, then you're already aware that singing is fun, energizing and a
great stress reducer. But if youre one of millions who claim " cant sing!" then I
suggest that you consider singing as an absolutely free, non-prescription, safe and
effective life-enhancing tool. If you're facing physical, emotional or mental
challenges, or if you just want more peace and happiness, here are 10 ways singing can change your life!

As you use full body breathing, you are bringing in a greater volume of air. Oxygen
floods the blood system, bathing the cells in life-giving oxygen. You will feel more
alive as you breath deeply and fill yourself with energizing, oxygenated air! Singing oxygenates the blood!

Singing makes you feel self-assured, in control, physically alive and fantastically
creative. It feeds your soul as it creates physical well-being. With increased self-
confidence you can do anything! Physical, mental and emotional health is a great
side effect of singing. There's no doubt about it, singing makes you feel fantastic!

2. Oxygenates the blood!

8. Boosts creativity!

10. Makes you feel fantastic!

7. Enhances memory!

As you build your self-esteem and stimulate your artistic soul, you'll find that all
areas of your life are positively affected by the act of singing. Suddenly you've
opened the floodgates of your creative soul, and you begin thinking outside the
box! Your productivity soars! By tapping into your creative reservoir you become
more alive and innovative! Singing boosts creativity!

9. Creates a powerful speaking voice!

When you feel good, your stress level goes down. Endorphins help diminish stress
and agitation. By using deep, full body breathing you slow the heart rate and take
your mind off of unwanted anxiety. The next time you feel stressed or overwhelmed,
take a full body breath, and break out singing! Your stress will fly away as you reap
the benefit of joyful singing!

Singing involves memorization as you learn new melodies, lyrics and complex
musical forms. Its a great way to stimulate the areas of the brain involved with
memory, learning and concentration. Use it, or lose it! Singing is a great way to
enhance your memory!

5. Reduces stress!

3. Stimulates brain activity!

Speaking in public is still the #1 fear for Americans. Singing ranks right up there for
most of us. Singing is a risk-taking behavior because you're putting yourself out
there in a very exposed way. It dredges up all our insecurities and self-imposed
limitations. When you dare to share your voice and music, a fantastic thing
happens. It's like walking through fire. You overcome your fear, and emerge with
an incredible sense of accomplishment. You did it! Your self-esteem soars and you feel that you can do anything! Singing builds self-confidence in a BIG way!

6. Builds self-confidence!

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Singing Can Change Your Life!

1. Promotes deep breathing!

If you're a speaker, presenter, teacher, clergy or in any sales related business (aren't we all??), you will benefit from learning to sing. Your voice is your instrument, no matter what you do in life, and singing gives you the skills to speak in a natural, powerful, confident voice. Everyone benefits from proper singing technique. You'll discover your "true" voice that will reveal your confident, authentic self. Finding your voice is a joy. Singing creates a powerful speaking voice!

All this physical, neurological and emotional activity serves to release those "feel-
good" hormones called endorphins. So not only is your audience benefiting from
your lovely voice, but you are being flooded with happy hormones that give you a
sense of peace and well-being. Singing feels fantastic because it releases "feel
good" endorphins!