"Age of Chivalry": A Study in Modal Melody for Rock Guitar

Immerse yourself in modal guitar writing with Age of Chivalry — a Renaissance-inspired rock guitar piece from the album Christendom Reborn. Based on a Renaissance lute piece, this composition centers on A as a modal final, weaving between A Aeolian and A Dorian to create a haunting, expressive sound.

Rather than relying on chord progressions, the piece develops through melodic contour, intervallic repetition, and modal phrasing. It’s a valuable study for guitarists looking to break free from functional harmony and explore melodic invention grounded in mode—not predictable chord progressions.

While the technical demands of the piece are well suited for advanced beginners and intermediate players, even advanced guitarists will derive a wealth of information from this study.

This download includes:

• Tablature
• Backing track (AIFF, WAV, and MP3 files)

Perfect for players interested in modal composition, lyrical phrasing, and expressive vibrato.

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