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Masterclass Posted Jan 16, 2024 # Outlining Changes w/ Chord Tones [ ![Jack Ruch](https://www.guitargate.com/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/images/instructors/2023-11/jackruch%20B%26W.jpg.webp?itok=LjjHd2wl) ](/instructors/jack-ruch) [Jack Ruch](/instructors/jack-ruch) Verified Artist @jack ## About this masterclass In this masterclass, Jack Ruch delves into the nuances of guitar playing, focusing particularly on outlining chord changes and targeting chord tones. He emphasizes the importance of integrating practice elements like arpeggios and scale patterns into actual songs to make learning more contextual and meaningful. Jack uses a mix of theoretical explanation and practical demonstration to show how to navigate through chord progressions, highlighting how to make music more melodic and expressive by targeting specific chord tones. Throughout the video, Jack provides examples using a variety of chord progressions from different songs, illustrating how to apply the discussed concepts in real musical settings. He demonstrates how targeting the third of each chord can significantly enhance the melodic quality of improvisation. By using a looper to play chord progressions, Jack is able to solo over them in real-time, showcasing the practical application of targeting chord tones and using arpeggio shapes to outline chord changes seamlessly. Moreover, Jack encourages viewers to practice these techniques within the context of songs they are currently learning, making the practice more engaging and directly applicable to their musical endeavors. He suggests printing out arpeggio patterns and working through them across the fretboard as a method to internalize these concepts. The masterclass concludes with Jack expressing hope for better weather and encouraging viewers to stay warm and continue practicing their guitar skills. Members only## Watch the full masterclass Create a free account or sign in to unlock this masterclass — the full video, transcript, downloads, and practice songs. [ Create free account ](/user/register?destination=/node/8066) [Sign in](/user/login?destination=/node/8066) ## Student submissions 2 posts M Jan 27, 2024 Playing changes M Jan 24, 2024 Ain’t Misbehavin’ and the limit of my ability Instructor [ ![Jack Ruch](https://www.guitargate.com/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/images/instructors/2023-11/jackruch%20B%26W.jpg.webp?itok=LjjHd2wl) ](/instructors/jack-ruch) [Jack Ruch](/instructors/jack-ruch) Verified Artist @jack Perhaps you remember seeing the video above titled “THIS MAN is my favorite guitar player in the world right now.” Well nothing has changed. Jack Ruch is quite simply THE player I’m aspiring to become, and he embodies EVERYTHING that I try and teach on Guitargate. 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