Ted Greene’s Chord Chemistry: Add9 Chords (Part 9C) - Exploring A & E Shapes and Inversions

[@JasonCareyGuitar]

Add9 chords bring so much texture to your playing-they’re some of my personal favorites to explore! Which voicing or inversion stands out to you in this lesson? Let me know how you’re incorporating them into your playing below! 🎸

[@jamesford8701]

This series is so awesome!!! Thank you

[@JasonCareyGuitar]

Thank you so much, James! 🙏 I’m thrilled you’re enjoying the series-it’s been an incredible journey exploring Ted Greene’s work with all of you. 🎸 Your enthusiasm keeps me inspired to keep going! Have you tried out any of the voicings we’ve covered so far? Let me know how it’s going!

[@georgehatwor8856]

Thank you!

[@JasonCareyGuitar]

You’re very welcome, George! 🙏 Thanks for watching-hope you’re enjoying the series. Let me know if you have any questions or favorite moments! 🎸

[@Phrygian12]

At 6:01, that voicing of an E/9 can be heard on Allan Holdsworth’s song “White Line.” He does a weird thing where he shifts through the harmony during the solo section. I can't remember off the top of my head. I find it pretty neat that a legend like Allan Holdsworth has also spent time with this book. There's an interview out there where he talks about Ted Greene and I want to say Ted has also talked about Allan.

[@JasonCareyGuitar]

@Phrygian12 Wow, what a fantastic observation-thank you for sharing that! The E/9 voicing at 6:01 is such a gem, and it’s incredible to know it can be tied to Allan Holdsworth’s White Line. His harmonic shifts are mind-blowing, and it’s no surprise he explored similar concepts to those in Chord Chemistry. I love hearing about these connections between Ted Greene and Allan. If you come across that interview, I’d love to check it out-what an inspiring meeting of musical minds. Thanks again for bringing this up and for your support of the series. Happy Picking!

[@Phrygian12]

@ No problem! I love this video series you've been doing! If I can find the interview, I’ll share it. Allan Holdsworth had his own system, but I think the interviewer had asked him if he’s heard of Ted Greene. Which brought up the book. Keep up the amazing work with this video series!

[@JasonCareyGuitar]

@Phrygian12 Thanks so much for the kind words and support! 🙏 I really appreciate you following along with the series. It’s incredible to think about artists like Allan Holdsworth diving into Ted Greene’s ideas-such an inspiring connection! If you find that interview, definitely share it with me! Keep learning and exploring-let’s keep this journey going together. Happy Picking!

[@cloudff7293]

Jason you are awesome, thank you so much for this brotha! Also is that pick guard made of leather? It looks beautiful on that Tele!

[@JasonCareyGuitar]

Thank you so much for the kind words! 🙏 I'm so glad you're enjoying the series-it’s been amazing to share this journey with everyone. 🎸 And great eye! The pickguard is indeed leather, and it’s extra special because I hand-cut and tooled it myself, tracing it from an original Tele black guard. It not only looks unique but feels incredible when playing-adds such a personal vibe to the guitar. 🎶 How’s your exploration of Ted Greene’s material going? Any favorite chords you’ve discovered so far?