Hey Friend,

Today, you can review the B minor barre chord exercises. Like all of the minor barre chords we've looked at so far, you use an open E minor shape for your root 6 barre chords, and you use an A minor shape for the root 5 minor barre chords.

Since the minor barre chord is a review for most of you, let's get right to the fun stuff.

Here are some exercises for changing between the D major and B minor chords, using their triads and various inversions.

As I said the other day, this is one combination you will see time and time again, especially in Rock. Once you listen to the MP3, I think you'll know what I mean. Granted, there may also be a chord or two in between, but playing through the exercise will help your fingers get used to the shapes.

With that said, don't forget that many times, a power chord is all you need. You can very easily play a D5 power chord and move to a B5 chord quickly, and it will provide everything you need for the song. Most of the time we're going to have a bit of crunch on our guitar amps, and a power chord is perfect for the situation. Even when you don't, the note combination of the 1 and 5 scale degrees provides a strong sound. 

 Alright folks, play around with those, maybe grab another chord like G or A and mix it in with D and B minor for a little fun outside the exercise. Feeling really rambunctious? Play the following power chords:

I can't resist a good riff. Do you recognize the progression? Tell me what the song is if you think you do...

Peace~

Dave