The "Hey Joe" Exercise (Jimi Hendrix)

Hey, Josh from Broadcast Guitar here. This is Part 1 of a live deep dive into "Hey Joe" by Jimi Hendrix. For full lesson, click here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/1409110... View the full Broadcast Guitar live program:   / broadcastguitar   0:00 Intro 1:45 The Hot Topics 2:20 Josh plays the tune 16:36 Moving up the neck 17:02 How to pivot opening chords 19:06 How to play in any key In this lesson, we break down “Hey Joe” — a Hendrix classic (and a cover tune) with one of the most intriguing chord progressions in rock history. We take a theory-first approach, exploring the flat 6, flat 3, flat 7 movement in E major, and why this song defies typical key analysis. From voice leading to the circle of fourths vs. fifths debate, this session will reshape how you hear and navigate chord progressions. Perfect for players looking to understand chord relationships beyond standard diatonic progressions Learn to hear and play through the “Hey Joe” progression in any key Understand how Hendrix connects chords using shared tones and melodic logic Topics Covered: Chord progression breakdown: E → C → G → D → A → E Navigating from a major I chord to a flat VI chord The circle of fourths vs. fifths – and how to use both Hearing and identifying common tones between chords Using the E major scale to map out altered chord functions Building Hendrix-inspired two-note voicings across the fretboard Want the full lesson, handwritten tabs, and interactive live classes? Head over to the Broadcast Guitar Patreon and start your free trial today:   / membership   ------------------------------------------------------- Broadcast Guitar is a live program. Music theory and improvisation for guitarists. If you'd like to join our niche community of musicians and work together, start your FREE trial today here:   / collections   I offer a 5-minute intro meeting with all new Broadcast Guitar members to meet and chat before jumping into the program. Feel free to reach me at: [email protected] Broadcast Guitar includes a deep dive on a Song of the Week. Each live class concludes with an optional Q&A to chat concepts, give practice tips, share performances with fellow members, and the opportunity to attend live Special Guest interviews with professional musicians.