Quick Licks - Alexi Laiho

Quick Licks - Alexi Laiho: Master Metal Techniques

Delve into the fierce realm of metal guitar by studying the iconic style of Alexi Laiho with our "Quick Licks - Alexi Laiho" lesson series. This specialized collection offers detailed breakdowns of fast-paced licks and complex techniques that are essential for any aspiring metal guitarist. By embracing Laiho's approach, you'll refine your skills and add a fresh edge to your soloing capabilities. This course is taught by Andy James,

What You Will Learn In This Course

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

• Metal Soloing
• Scales
• Alternate Picking
• Two Hand Tapping

Technique Breakdown

Metal Soloing

Alexi Laiho's soloing techniques are at the core of his distinctive sound. Metal soloing requires precision, aggression, and the ability to weave melodic passages through rapid-fire phrasing. By dissecting these solos, you will gain insights into constructing solos that are both technically demanding and musically compelling. The lessons explore the balance between melody and mayhem, a hallmark of Laiho's style.

Scales

Understanding and mastery of scales are fundamental in metal guitar playing. These lessons explore various scales used in metal soloing, including the harmonic minor and Phrygian dominant, which are pivotal for creating that quintessential metal sound. Learning these scales in depth will give you the necessary tools to understand Laiho's fretboard navigation and how to apply them creatively in your playing.

Alternate Picking

Alternate picking is a technique where the pick strikes the strings in an alternating down-up fashion. It's crucial for the speed and precision required in metal music. Our lessons break down Laiho's ferocious picking technique, guiding you to increase your speed without sacrificing clarity or articulation.

Two Hand Tapping

Two-hand tapping is not just a flashy technique but a way to create complex and extended arpeggios that are otherwise unattainable. Laiho's application of tapping injects a sense of virtuosity into his playing. The lessons focus on integrating this technique into your own solos, allowing for expanded musical expression.

The Benefit of Learning These Techniques

By mastering these licks and techniques, you will not only pay homage to a metal legend but also enhance your musical vocabulary. This mastery allows for greater improvisational skills and a better understanding of the metal genre's musical language. It provides a solid foundation for creating your own unique solos and songs.

Practice Over a Backing Track

Using a backing track is an effective practice method as it simulates a live band scenario. It forces you to maintain timing, groove, and develop a stronger sense of melody and harmony within the context of a song. Practicing with the included backing tracks prepares you for real-world playing situations and improves your ability to interact musically with other musicians.

About Alexi Laiho and His Style

Alexi Laiho was renowned for his blistering speed and precision. His style combined the melodic elements of traditional heavy metal with the aggression and technicality of modern metal. Learning his guitar licks offers a window into his approach to songwriting and soloing, characterized by rapid alternate picking, complex scales, innovative tapping, and an unmistakable flair for metal showmanship.

Techniques Used in "Quick Licks - Alexi Laiho"

The lessons will cover a range of techniques. Here’s a list for reference and further study:

• Metal Soloing
• Scales
• Alternate Picking
• Two Hand Tapping
• Harmonics
• Hammer-Ons
• Pull-Offs
• String Bending

By learning and incorporating these techniques into your playing, you can channel the fierce spirit of Alexi Laiho's guitar work, bringing your metal soloing to new heights of proficiency and intensity. Join us at Licklibrary.com and embark on your journey to mastering metal guitar with the "Quick Licks - Alexi Laiho" series.