Quick Licks - Gary Moore Volume 2: A Journey Through Blues Guitar Mastery

Embark on an exciting journey of musical discovery with "Quick Licks - Gary Moore Volume 2", a comprehensive guitar lesson package focusing on the legendary blues guitarist Gary Moore's style. This course is meticulously designed for guitarists aiming to infuse their playing with Moore's signature intensity and emotion, offering an insightful look into the heart of blues guitar. These lessons are taught by Jamie Humphries.

What You Will Learn In This Course

35 killer rock licks in the style of Gary Moore. This course also includes a backing track to play over. The techniques you will learn include:

• Up Tempo Blues
• 8 Bar Blues
• String Bending
• Sustain

Technique Breakdown

Up Tempo Blues Mastery

Dive into the energetic world of up tempo blues, a genre where rock's vigor meets the soulful depth of blues. This course brings you an array of licks embodying this genre's rhythmic drive and raw power. These licks are crafted not only for speed but also for conveying feel and timing, essential elements for any guitarist looking to enhance their soloing with energy and excitement.

Exploring the 8 Bar Blues

The 8 bar blues, a compact variation of the traditional 12 bar blues, offers a unique and punchy approach to blues song structures. In this course, you'll master licks tailored for this format, equipping you with the skills to fluently express yourself within its distinctive progression.

The Art of String Bending

String bending, a vital technique in blues, captures the expressive, vocal-like quality of the guitar. Gary Moore's expertise in this area, ranging from subtle nuances to dramatic, full-note bends, was unparalleled. This course teaches you the intricacies of string bending, allowing you to inject your solos with profound emotional depth.

The Power of Sustain

Sustain, the ability of a note to resonate over time, is crucial in crafting those long, melodious lines that were a hallmark of Moore's style. This course reveals techniques to maximize your sustain, enabling a more resonant and expressive guitar tone, whether through your playing technique or the use of effects.

The Importance of Practicing with a Backing Track

Using a backing track is an essential practice tool, aiding in developing timing, rhythm, and improvisation skills. It offers a practical way to apply learned licks in a musical context, readying you for real-life playing scenarios. Practicing with a backing track is not only productive but also a fun and engaging way to experience making music.

Gary Moore's Iconic Guitar Style

Gary Moore's playing was characterized by his intense vibrato, powerful string bends, and emotive phrasing. His solos were stories told through the guitar, each note chosen for its melodic and expressive quality. This course aims to impart not just the notes, but also the passion and unique approach that made Moore's style so influential and celebrated.

Benefits of These Techniques for Guitarists

By mastering the licks and techniques in "Quick Licks - Gary Moore Volume 2," you will:

• Gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of blues phrasing and expression.
• Broaden your improvisational lick repertoire and enhance your songwriting skills.
• Elevate your technical skills and agility on the guitar.
• Absorb the stylistic nuances of a blues rock legend, enriching your own playing style.

Comprehensive List of Guitar Techniques

Throughout "Quick Licks - Gary Moore Volume 2," numerous key guitar techniques are explored and practiced. Here's a list for your reference and further study:

• Vibrato
• String Bending
• Sustain
• Alternate Picking
• Hammer-ons
• Pull-offs
• Slides
• Bluesy Bends
• Double Stops

As you delve into these lessons, remember that the ultimate goal is to integrate these techniques into your own playing, forging a unique and personal guitar voice. Let Gary Moore's legendary blues inspire and guide you on this musical adventure!