Steve Lukather - Tech Session - Guitar Course

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Steve Lukather - Tech Session

Unlock the secrets of a true guitar legend with the “Steve Lukather - Tech Session,” an exclusive online guitar course from LickLibrary. This comprehensive program is your guide to mastering the versatile techniques and sophisticated musicality of Steve Lukather, the iconic guitarist of Toto and a first-call session musician for countless blockbuster artists. If you’ve ever been captivated by his fluid legato, expressive vibrato, and impeccable rhythm playing, this course provides the in-depth instruction you need to elevate your own skills. Guided by the expert instruction of Sam Bell, you will dissect the core components of Lukather’s style, from his signature solos to his masterful command of tone and groove. This is more than just a collection of licks; it’s a deep dive into the musical mind of a master, designed to enhance your technical proficiency and expand your creative horizons.
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Lessons Included in this Course

1 Lesson
2 Performance

Course Content Overview

This course offers a structured and detailed exploration of the essential techniques that define Steve Lukather’s legendary guitar playing. Each lesson is crafted to provide you with practical skills and a deeper understanding of the concepts behind his genre-blending style. You will learn to execute complex phrases with precision and infuse your playing with the same level of musicality that has made Lukather a guitar icon.

Here’s a breakdown of the lesson contents:

  • Vibrato: Master the art of expressive and controlled vibrato to make your notes sing.
  • Alternate Picking: Develop the speed and accuracy needed for Lukather’s intricate and fast-paced lines.
  • Legato: Learn to play with a smooth, fluid legato technique, incorporating hammer-ons and pull-offs for seamless phrasing.
  • Tapped Harmonics: Add a unique and ethereal texture to your playing with this advanced harmonic technique.
  • Double-Stop Bends: Create rich, harmonized melodies with precise and soulful double-stop bends.
  • Unison Bends: Add power and intensity to your solos with perfectly executed unison bends.
  • Pinched Harmonics: Learn to produce aggressive, squealing harmonics to punctuate your phrases.
  • Trills: Inject energy and excitement into your playing with rapid and controlled trills.
  • Tremolo Picking: Build tension and create dramatic, sustained effects with expert tremolo picking.


This Course is Ideal for Players Who...

This course is perfectly suited for intermediate to advanced guitarists who are looking to move beyond the fundamentals and explore more sophisticated techniques and musical concepts. It is especially beneficial for those who want to:

  • Develop a more versatile and adaptable playing style.
  • Master advanced rock, blues, and fusion guitar techniques.
  • Improve their improvisational skills and melodic phrasing.
  • Understand how to create a professional and polished guitar tone.
  • Learn the secrets of a world-renowned session guitarist.
  • Expand their repertoire with challenging and rewarding material.


What will I achieve from completing this course?

The “Steve Lukather - Tech Session” stands out by offering a practical, in-depth analysis of a true guitar virtuoso’s style. Instead of simply demonstrating licks, this course breaks down the fundamental mechanics and musical thinking behind Lukather’s playing. With Sam Bell’s clear and methodical instruction, you will gain a true understanding of how to apply these techniques in your own music. The course features high-quality video lessons with close-up camera angles, detailed explanations, and performance examples that put everything into a musical context. This structured approach empowers you to not only emulate Steve Lukather but also to integrate his concepts into your unique voice as a guitarist, helping you become a more confident, expressive, and complete musician. ’’’

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Steve Lukather - Tech Session by Sam Bell

Lesson Overview

Welcome to the "Steve Lukather - Tech Session" by Sam Bell, an in-depth guitar lesson series meticulously designed to bring you closer to the legendary playing style of Steve Lukather. This course is ideal for guitarists looking to expand their technique repertoire and master some of the most intricate and expressive elements of guitar playing. The lessons cover a range of techniques and are complemented by a performance that showcases these techniques in a musical context, making it easier to understand their practical application.

Lesson Breakdown

Vibrato

Vibrato is one of the essential techniques for adding expressiveness to your playing. In this session, you will learn how to control the pitch oscillation smoothly and musically. Mastering vibrato enhances your ability to convey emotion through your playing, making each note more dynamic and soulful.

Alternate Picking

Alternate picking is a fundamental technique that involves alternating down and up strokes with the pick. This method is crucial for speed and accuracy in your playing. By practicing alternate picking, you will develop better control and precision, which is essential for fast and complex passages.

Legato

Legato playing involves a smooth, flowing connection between notes, often using hammer-ons and pull-offs. This technique allows for a fluid, seamless sound that can add a lyrical quality to your solos. It is particularly useful for creating fast, flowing lines without the harsh attack of picking each note.

Tapped Harmonics

Tapped harmonics are an advanced technique that involves tapping the string at specific fret locations to produce bell-like, ethereal tones. Learning this technique will expand your tonal palette and allow you to add unique textures to your playing.

Double-Stop Bends

Double-stop bends involve bending two strings simultaneously, creating a rich, harmonised sound. This technique is great for adding depth and complexity to your solos. It requires precise control to ensure both notes bend accurately to pitch.

Unison Bends

Unison bends are a powerful technique where two notes are bent to the same pitch, creating a strong, unified sound. This technique can add intensity and drama to your solos, making them more impactful.

Pinched Harmonics

Pinched harmonics are produced by lightly touching the string with the thumb or finger after picking, creating a high-pitched, squealing sound. This technique adds a sharp, aggressive edge to your playing, perfect for emphasising certain notes or phrases.

Trills

Trills are rapid alternations between two notes, typically using hammer-ons and pull-offs. This technique adds a burst of energy and excitement to your solos, making them more lively and dynamic.

Tremolo Picking

Tremolo picking involves rapidly picking a single note or chord, creating a sustained, tremulous effect. This technique is useful for adding tension and excitement to your playing, especially in fast passages.

Performance Context

One of the highlights of the "Steve Lukather - Tech Session" is the inclusion of performance segments by Sam Bell. These performances are not just showcases of technical prowess but also illustrate how the techniques taught in the lessons are applied in real musical situations. Seeing these techniques in a performance context helps students understand their practical use and integration into musical pieces, making the learning process more comprehensive and engaging. It also demonstrates the expressive potential of each technique, inspiring students to incorporate them into their own playing.

Guitar Techniques Covered

This comprehensive lesson series not only teaches you how to execute these techniques but also shows you how to apply them musically, giving you the tools to enhance your guitar playing significantly. Dive into the "Steve Lukather - Tech Session" by Sam Bell and take your guitar skills to the next level!

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