Learn To Play Queen
Song Lessons in this Course
This Course is Ideal for Players Who...
Our "Learn to Play Queen" guitar course is designed for intermediate to advanced guitarists who want to challenge themselves with sophisticated arrangements and diverse playing styles.
Perfect for Guitarists Who:
- Are fans of Queen and classic rock music
- Want to develop their understanding of harmony and arrangement
- Are interested in learning the innovative techniques of Brian May
- Learn best through comprehensive, note-for-note online guitar lessons from Licklibrary.com
This course goes beyond simple tab reading to give you a complete understanding of Brian May's musical genius. You'll gain insight into his compositional approach, his use of the Red Special's unique tonal qualities, and the techniques that made Queen's guitar work so distinctive and influential. Enroll in Licklibrary.com's "Learn to Play Queen" course today and discover how to bring regal sophistication to your guitar playing.
What will I achieve from completing this course?
Learning to play Queen's music will expand your technical abilities and creative thinking as a guitarist. This course offers a masterclass in arrangement, harmony, and the art of crafting guitar parts that serve a larger musical vision. By the end of this course, you'll be able to perform these five iconic tracks with precision and musicality, and you'll have developed a versatile skill set that enhances every aspect of your playing.
Technical Skills You'll Develop:
- Advanced understanding of harmonics and their musical applications
- Mastery of double-stop techniques for creating rich, layered sounds
- Precise alternate picking for fast, articulate passages
- Dynamic control for expressive performance across different musical styles
- Understanding of complex chord progressions and key changes
- Ability to create and perform multi-part guitar arrangements
- Skills that transfer to a wide range of rock and progressive music
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*This product is not endorsed by or made in association with
Queen
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Queen
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Learn to Play Queen
LickLibrarys Michael Casswell presents "Learn to Play Queen," a comprehensive online guitar course engineered for Queen enthusiasts and guitarists of all levels. This course meticulously dissects some of Queen's most iconic songs, lending you the rare opportunity to decode the guitar genius of Brian May. You will dive deep into the songs: "Hammer to Fall," "Bohemian Rhapsody," "Crazy Little Thing Called Love," "Tie Your Mother Down," and "Now I'm Here." So, strap up, pick your guitar, and prepare to embark on this rock 'n' roll journey.
Brian May and His Unique Style
In the annals of rock history, Brian May's contributions stand out for his distinctive sound and unorthodox guitar techniques. Known for his homemade 'Red Special' guitar, May's unique tonality arose from his innovative use of harmonics, his dynamic control of vibrato, and his masterful understanding of scales and chord progressions. This course aims to encapsulate the essence of May's guitar work and transfer it onto your fingertips.
Hammer to Fall
"Hammer to Fall" is a testament to Queen's hard rock roots. This song primarily operates in the key of E and features a mix of E major and minor pentatonic scales. The solo, a vibrant fusion of pull-offs and slides, is a golden opportunity to delve into May's unique melodic sense.
Bohemian Rhapsody
"Bohemian Rhapsody" represents the epitome of Queen's progressive and symphonic rock style. The composition presents an array of intricate chord progressions and key changes. Here, May showcases his ability to complement a complex melody with a fitting guitar part. The solo demonstrates tasteful use of the Bb Major scale, filled with dynamic bends and vibratos.
Crazy Little Thing Called Love
"Crazy Little Thing Called Love," with its rockabilly style, is a testament to Queen's versatility. The song offers a fantastic introduction to open-string riffs, and the D major pentatonic scale is key here. In the solo section, May utilizes double stops to create a sound that harks back to the heydays of rock 'n' roll.
Tie Your Mother Down
"Tie Your Mother Down" is Queen at their most raucous. The main riff, based on the A minor pentatonic scale, is aggressive and driving. The solo showcases May's exceptional skill in string bending and syncopated rhythms. This song offers a great study in how to combine rhythm and lead parts seamlessly.
Now I'm Here
"Now I'm Here" showcases the band's hard rock side with a simple, pounding riff in the key of A. May's solo in this song makes ample use of slides and hammer-ons, demonstrating his command of both technical and emotive playing.
Guitar Techniques in This Course:
- Vibrato
- Alternate Picking
- Pull-offs
- Slides
- Hammer-ons
- Double Stops
- String Bending
- Syncopated Rhythms
- Open-String Riffs
By the end of this course, you will not only learn to play these fantastic songs, but you'll also have gained a broader understanding of May's distinctive guitar techniques. "Learn to Play Queen" is not just a course but a celebration of the unparalleled creativity and sheer genius of Brian May and Queen.
About The Tutor
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Michael Casswell
It is with great sadness that we post the news of Michael Casswell's tragic death in a swimming accident while on holiday in Spain. All of us at Licklibrary are shocked and saddened by MIke's passing, and our deepest sympathies go out to his family at this difficult time. Michael...