Learn to Play Ozzy Osbourne on Guitar with LickLibrary.com

LickLibrary.com's comprehensive course "Learn to Play Ozzy Osbourne" offers you an immersive and detailed experience, allowing you to delve into the legendary music of Ozzy Osbourne and his renowned guitarist, Randy Rhoads. You'll join tutor Danny Gill to walk the paths of timeless classics like "Mr Crowley", "I Don't Know", "Dee", "Crazy Train", "Shot in the Dark", and "No More Tears". Each song is broken down, note for note, to provide an in-depth understanding of the scales, chord progressions, solos, and techniques that define the guitar work in these songs.

Mr Crowley

This iconic song is a showcase of Rhoads' brilliant use of the diminished scale, mixed with natural minor, creating a sombre and atmospheric piece. The song features challenging techniques like arpeggios, vibrato, and pull-offs, along with an exceptionally memorable solo. Rhoads' meticulous use of the technique of sustain in his solo gives the notes a lingering presence that is synonymous with this track.

I Don't Know

"I Don't Know" offers a dynamic blend of power-chords, slides, and pull-offs, building the song's forceful rhythm. The use of the minor pentatonic scale lends a bluesy feel to the song, which is contrasted by the heavy rock rhythm sections. The solo, with Rhoads' characteristic mix of fast alternate picking and heavy vibrato, is a study in tension and release.

Dee

A gentle instrumental piece and a tribute to Rhoads' mother, "Dee" is predominantly played in the D major scale. It utilizes the technique of finger-picking, creating a beautiful, harp-like texture. The chord progression, primarily using barre chords and open-string riffs, is a wonderful study for beginners to understand the movement between different chord shapes.

Crazy Train

"Crazy Train" is a textbook example of Rhoads' ability to blend classical influences with heavy metal. The use of the F# minor scale and syncopated rhythms drives this track. The song’s main riff, a series of palm-muted power chords interspersed with the quick, staccato open-string riffs, is instantly recognizable. The solo, featuring a mix of double-stops and tremolo picking, is a masterclass in building tension and drama.

Shot in the Dark

"Shot in the Dark" uses the G# minor scale and is driven by a power-chord based riff, introducing elements of palm-muting. The solo in this song, filled with vibrato and double-stop bends, shows the more melodic side of the lead guitarist.

No More Tears

"No More Tears" features the use of E minor scale along with the iconic opening bass riff, translated brilliantly on the guitar using slides and hammer-ons. It’s a melodic powerhouse with an extensive solo, which utilizes techniques like sweep picking and tapped harmonics.

Randy Rhoads – The Guitar Hero

Randy Rhoads was an influential guitarist who played a crucial role in shaping Ozzy Osbourne's music. His distinct blend of classical music elements with heavy metal, his extraordinary scales, and his innovative techniques gave a unique flavor to Ozzy's music. Rhoads' virtuosity was not confined to just rapid-fire solos and complex riffs; it was also evident in his nuanced understanding of melody and rhythm, and how he used different techniques to serve the songs.

In this course, you'll learn not just the notes that Rhoads played, but also understand why and how he played them. His contribution to Ozzy's music was not only significant; it was revolutionary. Rhoads' style continues to inspire countless guitarists today, and through this course, you can carry forward his legacy in your own playing.

Techniques You'll Learn

This course will guide you through a wide range of techniques that are crucial to understanding and mastering the guitar parts in these songs. Below is a list of the techniques that you'll learn:

1. Vibrato
2. Alternate Picking
3. Legato
4. Tapped Harmonics
5. Double-Stop Bends
6. Unison Bends
7. Pinched Harmonics
8. Trills
9. Tremolo Picking
10. Chord Progressions
11. Arpeggios
12. Dive Bombs
13. Harmonics
14. Pull-Offs
15. Power Chords
16. Palm Muting
17. Barre Chords
18. Two-Handed Tapping
19. Sweep Picking
20. Rakes
21. Slides
22. Sustain
23. Hammer-Ons
24. String Bending
25. Open-String Riffs
26. Finger Picking

LickLibrary's "Learn to Play Ozzy Osbourne" course offers you a deep dive into these iconic songs, giving you a unique opportunity to enhance your playing and improve your understanding of guitar music theory. With each lesson, you'll take a step closer to mastering the style and techniques of one of rock's greatest guitarists, Randy Rhoads.