Country Guitar In 6 Weeks - Week 2
Lessons Included in this Course
Course Content Overview
This week’s lesson is a deep dive into the art of country guitar soloing, focusing on the scales, techniques, and phrasing that define the genre. You’ll learn how to navigate the fretboard with ease and construct solos that are both melodic and expressive. The course is designed to be both challenging and rewarding, providing you with the tools to take your playing to the next level.
Here’s a breakdown of the lesson contents:
- **Three Octave Horizontal Pentatonic Scale:** Master the major pentatonic scale across three octaves, opening up the entire fretboard for your solos. You’ll learn to play this essential scale in two different keys, giving you the versatility to play over a wide range of country songs.
- **Advanced Picking Techniques:** Develop your picking hand with a focus on alternate picking, a crucial skill for playing fast and clean country guitar licks. You’ll learn exercises to improve your speed, accuracy, and control.
- **Solo Construction:** Learn how to build compelling solos using a variety of techniques, including repetition, slides, hammer-ons, and pull-offs. You’ll discover how to sequence your ideas and create solos that tell a story.
- **In the Style of Dickie Betts:** Master three licks in the style of the legendary Allman Brothers guitarist, Dickie Betts. These licks will give you a taste of the Southern rock-infused country style and provide you with some classic vocabulary to add to your arsenal.
This Course is Ideal for Players Who...
This course is perfect for guitarists who have a basic understanding of country rhythm guitar and are looking to take their first steps into lead playing. It’s particularly well-suited for those who want to:
- Learn the fundamentals of country guitar soloing.
- Expand their knowledge of the major pentatonic scale.
- Improve their picking technique and overall fretboard dexterity.
- Learn how to construct melodic and engaging guitar solos.
- Incorporate the sounds of classic country and Southern rock into their playing.
What will I achieve from completing this course?
‘Country Guitar In 6 Weeks - Week 2’ provides a clear and structured path to mastering the essentials of country lead guitar. With Steve Trovato’s expert instruction, you’ll receive the guidance and feedback you need to make real progress in your playing. The course features high-quality video lessons with close-up shots of both hands, as well as backing tracks to practice your new skills in a musical context. This Lick Library course is more than just a collection of licks; it’s a comprehensive learning experience that will empower you to become a confident and expressive country guitarist.
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Country Guitar In 6 Weeks - Week 2
Dive into the heart of country guitar with "Country Guitar In 6 Weeks - Week 2," a comprehensive guitar lesson designed to enhance your playing skills with a focus on specific techniques that are pivotal in mastering the country genre. This week's lesson is meticulously crafted to broaden your musical vocabulary and technique, ensuring you gain confidence and skill in playing. These lessons are taught by Steve Trovato.
Lesson Overview
Three Octave Horizontal Pentatonic Scale and Variation in Two Keys
The three octave horizontal pentatonic scale introduces guitarists to a broader range of the fretboard, encouraging the exploration of melodic possibilities in two distinct keys. Learning this scale and its variations enhances your ability to navigate the guitar neck with ease and fluidity, essential for improvisation and soloing in country music.
Picking Techniques
This lesson delves into various picking techniques, including alternate picking, which is crucial for achieving speed and precision. Mastering these techniques will allow you to articulate notes more clearly and develop a more versatile picking style, suitable for both rhythm and lead playing.
Building Solos Using Repetition, Slides, Hammer-Ons, Pull-Offs, and Sequences
The art of solo construction is explored through repetition, slides, hammer-ons, pull-offs, and sequences, offering a structured approach to creating memorable and expressive solos. These techniques contribute to a more dynamic and expressive playing style, enabling you to craft solos that captivate and tell a story.
Three Licks in the Style of Dickie Betts
Learn three signature licks inspired by the legendary Dickie Betts, designed to infuse your playing with the distinctive flair of Southern Rock and Country. These licks not only pay homage to Betts' iconic style but also serve as a valuable tool in developing your own unique sound.
Benefits of Using a Backing Track for Practice
Practicing with a backing track is an invaluable component of this lesson. It simulates a real-life playing environment, allowing you to apply the techniques you've learned in context. This not only improves your timing and groove but also enhances your ability to play with other musicians, preparing you for live performances or jam sessions.
Conclusion
"Country Guitar In 6 Weeks - Week 2" is an essential step in your journey to becoming a proficient country guitarist. By focusing on these key techniques, you'll unlock new levels of creativity and expression in your playing, laying a solid foundation for future musical endeavors.
Guitar Techniques Used
By integrating these techniques into your practice routine, you'll not only enhance your skillset but also develop a deeper understanding of the country guitar genre, enabling you to express yourself more fully through your instrument.
About The Tutor
Tutor Profile
Steve Trovato
To fans of country music, Steve needs no introduction and as an educator Steve holds a fulltime position in the Studio Jazz Department of Southern California. Steve has had a huge impact on the guitar learning scene with his old country guitar video and his Voodoo Blues series of books...