Back to the 1960s, and The Mamas & The Papas, John Phillips classic, Monday, Monday.
Monday, Monday is Grammy Award winning song written by John Philips and recorded by The Mamas & The Papas. It appears on their 1966 album 'If You Can Believe Your Eyes and Ears', and became a big hit in many countries.
This lesson breaks down the progression and arrangement which has several twists and turns, resulting in many chords, including barre chords. It shows how Philips plays it, but offers a few easier options as well. On the other hand the strumming at the speed of 8th's is fairly simple, with maybe a little challenge if you include a 'bounce' as done on the original recording.
