PLEASE NOTE: These files are intended to be used in conjunction with lessons or workshops with Kit Garoutte. You are welcome to access and utilize them on your own but it is recommended you work with Kit or another instructor to fully understand and learn effectively through their use.


The Plan (Personal Practice Schedule template)

Tuning (Standard - Absolute & Relative)

String Names Practice (Standard Tuning)

1-4-5 Progression (An introduction)

12-Bar Blues

Changing Chords

Eighth Note Rhythm Basics (Demonstrated on Ukulele - works the same for any strummed instrument)

External link opens in new tab or windowIntervals

External link opens in new tab or windowHarmonized Major Scale Basics


External link opens in new tab or windowPractice Caged Cform 3-Arpeggio-up/3rds-down (a practice tid-bit, best for advanced players)

External link opens in new tab or windowApplying a Pattern Concept - Skip-a-note (another practice bit, intermediate to advanced)