Learn To Play Classic Rock Guitar Solos Volume 2
Song Lessons in this Course
This Course is Ideal for Players Who...
This course is designed for intermediate to advanced guitarists who have a solid foundation in rock guitar and are ready to challenge themselves with more complex and demanding material. It’s the perfect next step for those who have completed Volume 1 or for any player who wants to master some of the greatest guitar solos ever recorded.
Perfect for Guitarists Who:
- Are ready to move beyond basic rock solos and tackle more advanced material.
- Want to learn the signature techniques of guitar legends like Slash, David Gilmour, and Stevie Ray Vaughan.
- Are looking to develop their sense of melody, phrasing, and emotional expression.
- Want to understand the more complex harmonic and melodic concepts behind these iconic solos.
This course is your ticket to a new level of guitar mastery. You’ll not only learn to play these ten incredible solos, but you’ll also gain a deeper appreciation for the artistry and innovation of the guitarists who created them. By the end of this course, you’ll be a more confident, expressive, and versatile guitarist, ready to take on any solo that comes your way.
What will I achieve from completing this course?
By completing this second volume, you will not only add ten more legendary solos to your repertoire, but you will also master a new set of advanced techniques that will elevate your playing to a professional level. By the end of this Licklibrary course, you will have the ability to perform these complex solos with accuracy and emotion, and you’ll have a deeper understanding of the melodic and harmonic concepts that make them so powerful.
Technical Skills You’ll Develop:
- Advanced String Bending and Vibrato: Develop a more nuanced and expressive touch, mastering the subtle bends and vibrato that define the styles of David Gilmour and Gary Moore.
- Dual Guitar Harmonies: Learn the art of creating harmonized lead lines, a key element in songs like Thin Lizzy's "Whiskey In The Jar."
- Tapped Harmonics and Pre-Bends: Add a new layer of sophistication to your playing with these advanced techniques.
- Chromatic Runs and Arpeggios: Increase your speed and accuracy with complex melodic patterns and arpeggiated phrases.
- Legato and Slides: Master the art of smooth, flowing lead lines for a more professional and polished sound.
- Dynamic Control and Phrasing: Learn to tell a story with your solos, using dynamics and phrasing to create emotional impact.
Shuffle Rhythms and Blues Phrasing: Get to grips with the Texas blues style of Stevie Ray Vaughan and add a new dimension to your rhythm and lead playing.
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Learn to Play Classic Rock Guitar Solos Volume 2
Embark on a thrilling journey with tutor Jamie Humphries, through the captivating world of rock with Licklibrary.com's "Learn to Play Classic Rock Guitar Solos Volume 2". This exquisite collection is designed to introduce you to the intricate techniques and iconic solos that define classic rock, with note-for-note guitar lessons for seminal songs from rock legends such as Guns N' Roses, Gary Moore, Toto, Thin Lizzy, and Pink Floyd.
Sweet Child O Mine by Guns N Roses
To start, let's dive into one of the most iconic guitar solos of all time – "Sweet Child O' Mine". Slash, the lead guitarist for Guns N' Roses, employs a mix of minor pentatonic and natural minor scales in this song. The solo begins with a breath-taking two-string sequence that sets the stage for the rest of the solo. This exercise will improve your string skipping and alternate picking, which are fundamental techniques for any aspiring rock guitarist.
Still Got the Blues by Gary Moore
Next up is Gary Moore's heartbreaking ballad "Still Got the Blues". Moore uses a mix of minor pentatonic and blues scales to create the hauntingly beautiful solo that forms the centerpiece of this song. His technique incorporates tasteful bends, emotional vibratos, and silky smooth legato runs, making this song an excellent exercise for guitarists looking to enhance their expressive techniques.
Rosanna by Toto
The third song in this volume is "Rosanna" by Toto. Steve Lukather, the lead guitarist, uses a mix of major and minor pentatonic scales, along with mixolydian modes for a bluesy feel. The solo features intricate tapping sequences, rhythmic slides, and a melodic theme that is weaved throughout the piece. Working on "Rosanna" will greatly improve your fretting hand's dexterity and timing.
Whiskey in the Jar by Thin Lizzy
"Whiskey in the Jar" by Thin Lizzy features dual guitar harmonies, a signature element of their sound. Lead guitarist Scott Gorham utilizes the major pentatonic scale to deliver a captivating solo that involves chromatic runs, pre-bends, and unison bends. The song offers an excellent study in creating memorable melodic motifs.
Comfortably Numb by Pink Floyd
Finally, we delve into one of the most expressive guitar solos in rock history - "Comfortably Numb" by Pink Floyd. David Gilmour's solos in this song are a perfect study of how to use the pentatonic scale to create highly emotional music. His meticulous use of slow bends, delayed vibratos, and dynamic control is a masterclass in expressiveness.
Guitar Techniques Employed
Each of the guitar solos analyzed in this volume involves several unique guitar techniques, which are elaborated below.
- Vibrato
- Alternate Picking
- Legato
- Tapped Harmonics
- Pre-Bends
- Unison Bends
- Slides
- Chromatic Runs
- Dual Guitar Harmonies
The course also equips you with essential theoretical knowledge like understanding of major and minor pentatonic scales, blues scales, and natural minor scales.
In conclusion, "Learn to Play Classic Rock Guitar Solos Volume 2" is much more than a set of guitar lessons; it's a journey through the heart of classic rock. By deconstructing these timeless solos, you'll gain a deep understanding of the techniques, scales, and musical sensibilities that made these songs classics. This volume is a treasure trove for any guitarist looking to master the art of the rock guitar solo.
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...