Hello and welcome to Level 33
Level 33 is an online guitar course that not only teaches some of the finest guitar techniques but also the psychological aspects behind them. The greatest success comes from understanding how everything we learn works and what impact it has on others.
With Level 33 you will also learn how to write your own music, record your own albums, and get your music heard by the right people.
This course has been developed by Chris Ochoa, a leading expert in the music business and one of the top guitar players in the world.
Level 33 is not just another guitar course, it's a coaching / training type of approach that only consists of 9 steps and it covers everything you need to know about how to be a successful artist and not just another talented guitar player.
Hey There
Congratulations on investing in your guitar journey and musical career. Your decision to learn guitar and become a guitarist will change your life forever.
My name is Chris Ochoa, I will be your guitar instructor for this guitar course. Before we get started, I want to personally thank you for choosing this guitar course and for trusting in it.
Becoming a great guitar player does not necessarily imply that because one has great skills or talent, he or she may achieve the pinnacle of success. However, by combining both skills or talent and the knowledge or understanding of the psychological components of the music and how they impact people, one can achieve high levels of success.
There are hundreds, if not thousands, of guitar lessons out there that provide information on technique, theory, chords, hundreds of cover songs, and so on, but they don't address the most essential component: knowledge and understanding of how to reach your main goal.
Trust The Process
Before we begin, I'd like you to read the following information. This information is essential for getting the most out of this guitar method.
I was constantly warned that becoming a great guitar player would take years of study, books of theory, discipline, and a lot of other frightening life adjustments. This is what I heard from almost everybody and everywhere I went. I want you to know that this is the average mindset, and we are surrounded by it, and because we are surrounded by it, It's difficult to look past it when everyone appears to be on the same page.
If you can relate, know that you are not alone. Almost every artist has gone through this at some point in their career. We're frequently misled into thinking that this road is hard and frightening when it's not. It takes a special type of person to be successful. The majority of people do not succeed in life because they have average mindsets.
I was always told that this was going to be hard and that I needed to dedicate myself to practicing for hours on end and learning all sorts of music theory. And that if I didn't do these things then I would never be able to be a successful guitar player.
After many years of experience, I've come to realize that this simply isn't true. This happens to almost every artist. They're often advised that in order to succeed, they must do this and that, yet in fact, to be a successful guitar player is actually very simple.
You don't need to work hard. You don't need to practice long hours. And you certainly don't need to know how to read music or music theory to be successful. You just need to focus on the right things, you need to practice regularly and pretty much never give up. If you can do these things then you will be a successful guitar player.
However, something that appears to be very simple may become quite complex when surrounded by myths, negative people, misconceptions, and music traps.
I discovered that as simple as it was, it was quite difficult to escape the myths, the negativity, the music traps, and all that. I began digging into it too deeply, and I ended up in a place where I didn't intend to be. I was in a place where I was regarded as a guitar master yet I wasn't having any of the success I had anticipated when I first started this journey.
Somewhere along the road, I forgot that one of the most important aspects of this whole procedure was simply to create good music. It took decades for me to understand that excellent guitar skills or talent were meaningless unless they were expressed through music.
The reason I'm telling you this is because I wouldn't want this to ever happen to you. This is a trap that most artists fall into, and it will certainly prevent you from achieving your goals. It's my responsibility to inform you so that you may achieve the success you desire right now.
Now that you know where I come from, I'd want you to trust in the simplicity of this guitar course which is intended to lead you from the complicated end of your journey.
Throughout this course, If you find yourself thinking, "Yes, this sounds very straightforward or obvious," it's because it is, however, we are frequently so attracted to the idea that it must be difficult, and we believe that the more we know, the more success we will have.
If you trust the process, then this course will help you achieve your desired outcome; it is an indisputable fact. This is, without a doubt, the most essential piece of information I can give you.
Chapter 1
Knowing why you want to become a great guitar player from the start is critical.
We'll learn that music is simply another language, and you don't need to know theory in order to make a hit song. We'll also discover that having outstanding guitar skills is meaningless unless you use them to create music.
Chapter 2
In this chapter, we'll go over the exercises and training you'll need, warm-ups, technique, speed improvement, muscle memory, fretboard knowledge, and everything else you need to play almost anything on guitar.
When we take a look at the vast world of music, there are only a few chords and chord progressions that hit songs are developed with; as well as some of the finest guitar scales for lead guitar.
Chapter 3
In this chapter, we'll look at what it takes to produce your own music, as well as the equipment you'll need and how to get your tunes discovered by the appropriate audience.
There's a misconception that you need a lot of gear for a music studio, but this isn't true. We'll set those beliefs straight by producing a song from start to finish.
Chapter 1 Overview
Knowing why you want to become a great guitar player from the start is critical.
We'll learn that music is simply another language, and you don't need to know theory in order to make a hit song. We'll also discover that having outstanding guitar skills is meaningless unless you use them to create music.
It's Your Choice
Why do you want to become a great guitar player?
This is something that you must have an answer to from the beginning. You don't need to know why exactly, but you must have a goal in mind at all times.
As you make progress, it's easy to get sidetracked and lose focus. This is why you must ALWAYS have a goal in mind. By becoming a successful guitarist, you will not be simply learning to play an instrument; you will be opening a door to a specific way of life.
Sometimes being successful may provide a better lifestyle, and in other situations, it may bring disaster. What you do with that power is up to you.
When most people think of becoming a great guitarist, they probably think of things like fame, fortune, and women (or men). While these may be some of the benefits, they are not the main reasons. The main reason is that by becoming a great guitarist, you will have taken a step towards mastering yourself.
There are countless stories of guitarists who have become successful, but very few have managed to maintain their success without sacrificing their personal lives or becoming jaded with the music industry.
Becoming A Superstar
By becoming a superstar, you will have entered an elite lifestyle that few people are able to handle.
If being a great guitar player is truly your goal, then ask yourself why is it important to you and what good things could come from that level of accomplishment.
If you can, make a note of it where you can read and see it frequently. This may seem stupid but there are many people out there who don't know why they want to play guitar or they forget as they make progress.
So it's important to be honest and set this objective, no matter what your primary motivation for becoming a guitarist is: making money or getting attention, it's all good as long as you're aware of it.
In my situation, I wanted to be famous, perform on stage, and play guitar like Slash, my favorite musician at the time. However, I began playing drums, therefore in a sense I also desired to be recognized and perform on stage.
That was when I first started. I was 9 years old at the time.
I had a clear idea about what I wanted to be from the start, yet no matter how crystal clear it was, as I made progress, I gradually slid into the so-known as theory trap. I'll tell you about it later and how much it damaged my career.
Along the route, you'll discover several traps that might ruin your dream if you forget why you began in the first place, so, what I tell all of my students to do is to write down their ultimate goal somewhere they can see it as they make progress, so they never forget why they started in the first place.
Music Is Just A Language
It's that simple.
It is my responsibility to guide you down the correct path for you to achieve success, rather than simply instructing you on how to play the guitar.
You don't need to understand the theory to create a fantastic song, and it isn't necessary to know how a language began in order to use it.
When you think about it, music is just another language. It's a way for people to communicate ideas and feelings without having to speak. Just like any other language, it can be used to express a wide range of emotions and ideas.
If you think about how you learned your current language, you'll realize that it wasn't taught to you; instead, people spoke with you and you answered back.
Most people consider music to be a difficult task because of the theory. This is why you are categorized or placed in phases. However, when you think of music as a language, you may get down with the greatest players if you can express yourself through any instrument.
This is why learning music as a language and nothing more is crucial.
You were never informed that you weren't permitted to communicate with anybody until you mastered your current language. You were not even corrected if you were wrong, and everyone talked back to you trying to utilize your current grasp of languages.
This is how I learned music, and part of it was luck, but most importantly, because I refused to learn theory since I could communicate what I wanted with any instrument using simple one-finger notes.
I first started playing drums by copying my favorite songs. I was just making noise and having a good time. It was years later that I picked up the guitar.
The most exciting aspect about this is that it was never about the instrument I was playing; rather, it was simply about learning how to communicate emotions through music. I understood the kick of the drums, the hi-hat, and the snare by feel—just like as a kid I understood when someone would raise their voice to me or convey a certain tone.
So, while I was learning all of this, I was also absorbing certain basic concepts that were useful without requiring me to do so.
Unfortunately, a lot of individuals are discouraged from pursuing their music liberties after receiving training. A typical instructor pays little attention to our objectives.
Guitar Skills
Awesome guitar skills are nothing until you make music with them. It is all about making music.
It is, It's been, and it will continue to be that way.
We'll eventually forget how simple it all is, and we'll start digging for more to later find out that it was all about creating music.
We've all been there: showing off starts to feel more vital, and the more abilities we acquire, the better we feel. But most of the time, we don't know our present audience, and so we start to sound like we're just trying to impress everyone. People can sense it, and they will eventually dislike you.
Talent can't guarantee success; keep that in mind at all times.
If you want to know whether or not you're on the right track, just ask yourself if what you're playing is something that you'd listen to in your car or with friends. If you answered yes and are being honest, you're probably on the correct track. However, if your answer isn't convincing enough, stop immediately; this is a clear indication that you've started focusing too much on technique and have begun to overlook the musical aspect of it.
There are methods to flaunt oneself without falling into the trap that is, in most cases, motivated by ego.
In this course, we'll go through ways to show off your existing skills while still maintaining the impression that you're a true artist rather than simply another guitar player.
This is crucial since understanding to listen to your audience rather than attempting to wow them will determine how successful you will be. No one cares about how excellent you are; they care only about how you make them feel. If you make them feel good by playing great music, they will be your lifelong supporters.
People on average are very competitive. They won't like it if you just mention that you're superior to them. Whether they play guitar or a similar instrument or even have a brother or a buddy who they admire, they will not appreciate it if you imply only that you are better than them.
If you make them feel uncomfortable in any way by attempting to demonstrate your skills in front of them, they will most likely never be your supporters.
Chapter 2 Overview
In this chapter, we'll go over the exercises and training you'll need, warm-ups, technique, speed improvement, muscle memory, fretboard knowledge, and everything else you need to play almost anything on guitar.
When we take a look at the vast world of music, there are only a few chords and chord progressions that hit songs are developed with; as well as some of the finest guitar scales for lead guitar.
Guitar Exercises
The greatest approach to exercise your fingers is to just play guitar, and play often, but there are a few exercises that I've completed in the past that have produced noticeable results. These exercises will make your playing considerably simpler.
Many guitarists exercise their fingers less than they should, as a result of practicing more frequently. This is fine as long as you are playing at a high enough level for your fingers to continue to maintain their endurance and dexterity. However, regardless of how much I play, some exercises turn out to be critical for my fingers to keep improving, allowing me to play more easily and not just maintain my current level of competence.
If we work out regularly, our bodies will be simpler to carry out routine activities, etc. regardless of how much we do every day.
There are numerous ways to exercise your fingers, just as there are many methods to work out our bodies. In this course, we'll cover the ones that I believe produce the greatest results.
Guitar Chords & Scales
A guitar chord is a combination of two or more notes played simultaneously. A scale, on the other hand, is a sequence of notes that are played one after the other.
A chord progression is simply a series of chords that are played in a certain order.
There are many different chord progressions that can be used in songs. Nonetheless, chord progressions are at the heart of every song, therefore a chord progression may also influence how popular a song can be.
As I said in the "Trust the process" section, many people get caught up in learning hundreds of chords and chord progressions when they believe it will aid their success, not knowing that some of the most popular songs of all time are using the same progression over and over just in a different key.
In this course, we'll go over these chords that have been used in some of the most popular songs since that is where musical success is found.
Rhythm & Lead Guitar
Some people believe that the rhythm guitarist's duty is limited to playing chords. A rhythm guitarist provides the harmonic and rhythmic foundation of a song.
A lead guitarist performs melodic lines to enhance the song's melodies, solos, and fill-ins.
The difference between the two may lead to a different lifestyle, depending on your preference.
This is one of the most crucial decisions you'll have to make since they both offer distinct options and outcomes. However, this may be something you choose as you get further along. Whatever draws your attention will have more power over you.
Chapter 3 Overview
In this chapter, we'll look at what it takes to produce your own music, as well as the equipment you'll need and how to get your tunes discovered by the appropriate audience.
There's a misconception that you need a lot of gear for a music studio, but this isn't true. We'll set those beliefs straight by producing a song from start to finish.
Studio Equipment
Studio equipment.
Creating Your Own Music
Songwriting and production.
Share It With The World!
Share it with the world.
Extras
Extras.