Learn To Play Classic Rock Guitar Solos Volume 3

Guitars Lessons by Jamie Humphries

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Learn To Play Classic Rock Guitar Solos Volume 3

Discover the essence of rock with "Learn To Play Classic Rock Guitar Solos Volume 3", a comprehensive guitar course designed to elevate your playing skills through iconic solos and timeless techniques. This meticulously crafted program covers a wide range of classic rock anthems, offering detailed lessons on each song's unique guitar work. Whether you're a beginner aiming to step into the world of rock guitar or an intermediate player looking to refine your skills, this course has something for everyone. This course is taught by Jamie Humphries.

Solos Included in This Course

  • Jimi Hendrix - Little Wing
  • Jimi Hendrix - Hey Joe
  • Europe - The Final Countdown
  • Pink Floyd - Time
  • Queen - Bohemian Rhapsody
  • Lynyrd Skynyrd - Freebird
  • Van Halen - Eruption
  • Ozzy Osbourne - Mr Crowley
  • Deep Purple - Highway Star
  • Bill Hayley - Rock Around the Clock

Lesson Breakdown

Little Wing

Dive into the soulful expression of "Little Wing" with lessons focusing on string bending and vibrato, enhancing your emotional expression and control over the guitar. Mastering these techniques allows players to infuse their music with a depth of feeling, mirroring the expressive power of this classic track.

Hey Joe

"Hey Joe" introduces the fundamentals of chord progressions and clean, articulate strumming. Learning this song benefits guitarists by building a solid foundation in rhythm and harmony, crucial skills for any aspiring musician.

Final Countdown

Experience the exhilarating world of keyboard-turned-guitar riffs with "Final Countdown." This lesson emphasizes mastering arpeggios and power chords, offering the thrill of playing an iconic rock anthem while solidifying your technique and timing.

Time

Delve into the intricate textures of "Time" with a focus on dynamic control and syncopated rhythms. These skills not only enhance your timing and precision but also improve your ability to convey emotion through dynamics.

Bohemian Rhapsody

"Bohemian Rhapsody" provides a comprehensive workout with its diverse sections, focusing on harmonics, legato, and sweep picking. Learning this masterpiece helps in developing versatility, technical proficiency, and a deeper understanding of musical complexity.

Freebird

"Freebird" is your gateway to mastering slide guitar and double stops, offering a unique flavor of southern rock. These techniques broaden your expressive palette and introduce the nuanced art of slide playing.

Eruption

Dive into the world of advanced guitar techniques with "Eruption." This lesson covers two-handed tapping, dive bombs, and whammy bar tricks, pushing the boundaries of what you thought possible on guitar.

Mr Crowley

"Mr Crowley" focuses on the dark art of trills and minor scale runs, essential for adding speed and intensity to your playing. This song is a masterclass in building tension and creating solos that captivate.

Highway Star

"Highway Star" emphasizes the fusion of speed and melody through alternate picking and scale runs. Mastering these techniques will not only increase your speed but also your ability to integrate melodies into your solos seamlessly.

Rock Around The Clock

This lesson brings the essence of rock 'n' roll to life, focusing on boogie-woogie rhythms and swing timing. "Rock Around the Clock" is a fun introduction to the rhythmic drive and upbeat energy of rock 'n' roll guitar.

The Power of Practicing with a Backing Track

Incorporating a backing track into your practice sessions transforms your learning experience. It not only simulates the dynamics of playing with a band but also improves your timing, rhythm, and ability to adapt to different musical contexts. Practicing with a backing track encourages creative improvisation and helps in internalizing the structure and progression of songs, making it an invaluable tool for any guitarist looking to enhance their performance skills.

Essential Guitar Techniques Covered


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Technical Details

  • Code

    RDR0067

  • Artist

    Various

  • Media

    Online Stream, Download, DVD

  • Media format

    PAL Only

  • Genre

    Rock

  • Skill level

    Suitable For All

  • EIN No

    5060088820810

  • 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.

About The Tutor

Tutor Profile

Jamie Humphries

Jamie is one of the mainstays of LickLibrary, having a stream of hugely successful best selling DVDs, Jamie is best known as Brian May's sideman who he's played shows with all over the world. Aside from this Jamie is a hugely popular clinician working all over the world with Ernie...

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