Learn To Play Guns N' Roses

Guitars Lessons by Danny Gill

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Guitar Lesson Course Overview

When you think about iconic guitar riffs, blazing solos, and earth-shattering tones, one band that inevitably comes to mind is Guns N' Roses. With the enigmatic Slash at the helm of the guitar department, the band has produced some of the most timeless and intricate guitar pieces in rock history.

Licklibrary.com proudly presents the "Learn To Play Guns N' Roses" series where you will join Danny Gill taking you through an in-depth, note-for-note journey of five seminal tracks that helped define a generation.

Guitar Lessons Include:

Sweet Child O' Mine

Welcome to the Jungle

November Rain

Paradise City

Don't Cry

Lesson Performance Notes

Sweet Child O' Mine

Beginning with a delicate arpeggiated introduction, "Sweet Child O' Mine" showcases Slash's masterful use of scales, particularly the natural minor and pentatonic. The memorable intro is an excellent study in arpeggios. The blistering solo involves string-bending to perfection, combined with swift alternate picking and emotive vibrato.

Welcome To The Jungle

Rife with power-chords and aggressive palm-muting, "Welcome To The Jungle" is a rhythm guitarist's dream. Its bridge section showcases whammy-bar tricks, while the solo illustrates the prowess of pinched harmonics.

November Rain

A magnum opus of sorts, "November Rain" is an epitome of Slash's varied playing styles. The piece features baroque-inspired arpeggiated chord progressions, mellow finger-picking in the verses, and an epic climax solo where legato technique shines.

Paradise City

The blend of major and minor scales in "Paradise City" sets a vivid soundscape. Not to be missed are the track's syncopated intro riff, an exercise in syncopated rhythms and the blazing outro featuring tremolo picking.

Don't Cry

The melancholic aura of "Don't Cry" is set by the delicate use of the pentatonic scale. The song provides an immersive learning experience on slides, double stops, and of course, the soulful bends in its tear-jerking solo.

Slash: The Maestro Behind the Strings

Any discussion about Guns N' Roses' guitar work is incomplete without celebrating the genius of Slash. His innate ability to combine technical proficiency with soulful musicality sets him apart. From his top hat to his low-slung Gibson Les Paul, he embodies rock 'n' roll. Through these lessons, you'll not only learn the notes but also gain insight into Slash's unique approach to the instrument, crafting sounds that are both raw and refined.

Guitar Techniques Covered:

For an exhaustive learning experience, this series dives deep into a variety of guitar techniques, including:

So, gear up and embark on this exciting journey with Licklibrary.com to master the essence of Guns N' Roses' legendary guitar work. Whether you're a budding guitarist or a seasoned player, these lessons promise to refine your skills and imbibe the spirit of rock 'n' roll in you.

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Technical Details

  • Code

    RDR0035

  • Artist

    Guns N' Roses

  • Media

    Online Stream, Download, 2x DVD set

  • Media format

    PAL Only

  • Genre

    Rock, Hard Rock

  • Skill level

    Suitable For All

  • EIN No

    5060088820445

  • TAB NOT Included

  • NB: If purchasing as 'DVD', please ensure that your DVD player fully supports the 'Media format' (PAL Only) that this product is available in, as indicated above.

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Guns N' Roses Volume 1 - Backing Tracks

Five backing tracks to some classic Guns N' Roses tracks including Welcome To The Jungle, Sweet Child O' Mine, Paradise City, Don't Cry and November Rain.

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About The Tutor

Tutor Profile

Danny Gill

Danny Gill is, without a doubt, the most loved tutor by our community. With an incredible array of DVDs and web lessons for LickLibrary covering a wide variety of topics all of which he covers with incredible detail, it's no wonder he carries as much respect as he does. As...

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