Tom Quayle - Mastering Time & Feel - Guitar Course

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Tom Quayle - Mastering Time & Feel

Elevate your guitar playing to a new level of rhythmic sophistication with Lick Library’s ‘Tom Quayle - Mastering Time & Feel,’ a definitive online guitar course for those who want to move beyond the notes and truly master the groove. Led by the internationally acclaimed fusion virtuoso Tom Quayle, this course delves into the essential, yet often overlooked, skills of timing, feel, and rhythmic control. If you’ve ever felt that your playing lacks that professional polish or that your solos don’t quite sit in the pocket, this is the course for you. Tom Quayle, known for his impeccable legato technique and profound musicality, will guide you through a comprehensive curriculum designed to develop your internal clock and transform your phrasing. This is your chance to learn from a modern master and unlock the secrets to playing with authority, precision, and soulful expression.
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Lessons Included in this Course

1 Time Feel While Improvising
2 Keeping Time in Silences
3 Swung 16th Notes
4 Developing Swing Feel
5 Working With Subdivisons
6 Time Feel on Long Phrases

Course Content Overview

This course is a deep dive into the art and science of rhythmic mastery, providing you with the tools to develop an unshakeable sense of time and a sophisticated rhythmic vocabulary. You will learn to not only play in time but to play with time, manipulating it to create tension, release, and emotional impact. The lessons are structured to build your skills from the ground up, ensuring a solid foundation in rhythm before moving on to more advanced concepts.

Here’s a breakdown of the lesson contents:

  • Developing Your Internal Clock: Learn to feel the pulse and subdivide with precision, the bedrock of all great rhythm playing.
  • Time Feel While Improvising: Discover how to maintain a strong rhythmic connection while improvising, ensuring your solos are always compelling and coherent.
  • Mastering Swing and Swung 16th Notes: Internalize the feel of swing and apply it to your playing for that classic, groovy, and laid-back feel.
  • Working with Subdivisions: Explore the world of rhythmic subdivisions, from simple eighth notes to complex polyrhythms, to add a new layer of sophistication to your playing.
  • Time Feel on Long Phrases: Learn to maintain a consistent and compelling time feel over extended musical phrases, a hallmark of professional-level playing.
  • Performance Context: See these concepts in action as Tom Quayle applies them in a musical context, bridging the gap between theory and real-world application.


This Course is Ideal for Players Who...

This course is designed for intermediate to advanced guitarists who are serious about taking their playing to the next level. It is especially beneficial for those who want to:

  • Develop a rock-solid sense of time and groove.
  • Improve their improvisational skills and play with more confidence and authority.
  • Explore the rhythmic complexities of jazz, fusion, and other advanced musical styles.
  • Break free from robotic, metronomic playing and develop a more human, expressive feel.
  • Understand the rhythmic concepts used by the world’s greatest guitarists.


What will I achieve from completing this course?

‘Tom Quayle - Mastering Time & Feel’ is a game-changing course that addresses a fundamental aspect of musicianship that is often neglected. Tom Quayle’s reputation as a world-class educator is well-deserved, and his ability to break down complex concepts into manageable steps is second to none. The course features high-quality video lessons with multiple camera angles, ensuring that you can see exactly what’s going on. The inclusion of backing tracks and practical exercises allows you to immediately apply what you’ve learned and track your progress. This isn’t just a collection of exercises; it’s a complete system for developing your rhythmic feel and musicality. With the guidance of a true master and the comprehensive resources of Licklibrary.com, you’ll be well on your way to mastering the elusive art of time and feel.

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Tom Quayle - Mastering Time & Feel

Welcome to "Tom Quayle - Mastering Time & Feel," an exceptional guitar lesson series on LickLibrary.com designed to elevate your guitar playing by mastering essential time and feel techniques. Tom Quayle, a virtuoso guitarist renowned for his technical prowess and musicality, leads these comprehensive lessons. This series covers critical aspects of time feel and rhythmic control that are fundamental to expressive and dynamic guitar playing.

Time Feel While Improvising

Time Feel While Improvising is a crucial skill for any guitarist aiming to play fluently and musically. Tom Quayle demonstrates how to maintain a strong sense of timing during improvisation, ensuring your solos are rhythmically compelling. Learning this technique will help you stay in the pocket, making your improvisations more engaging and coherent.

Keeping Time in Silences

Keeping Time in Silences focuses on the importance of internal timing during rests and pauses. Tom Quayle shows how to keep the groove alive even when you're not playing, ensuring seamless re-entry into your playing. This skill enhances your overall musicality and ensures that your performances maintain their rhythmic integrity.

Swung 16th Notes

Swung 16th Notes are a staple in jazz and fusion styles, adding a unique, groovy feel to your playing. Tom Quayle teaches how to effectively swing your 16th notes, creating a laid-back yet driving rhythm. Mastering this technique will give your playing a more sophisticated and nuanced character.

Developing Swing Feel

Developing Swing Feel dives deeper into the essence of swing, an essential component of jazz and blues. Tom Quayle's approach helps you internalize the swing feel, making your playing more dynamic and expressive. This technique is invaluable for creating a sense of movement and excitement in your music.

Working with Subdivisions

Working with Subdivisions is about breaking down beats into smaller units, allowing for greater rhythmic precision and creativity. Tom Quayle explains how to navigate different rhythmic subdivisions to create complex and interesting patterns. This skill is fundamental for enhancing your timing accuracy and rhythmic versatility.

Time Feel on Long Phrases

Time Feel on Long Phrases focuses on maintaining consistent timing over extended musical phrases. Tom Quayle teaches techniques to keep your time feel steady and reliable, even in longer passages. This ability is crucial for delivering smooth and professional-sounding performances.

Performance Context

One of the highlights of this series is the inclusion of performance demonstrations by Tom Quayle. Seeing these techniques applied in a musical context is incredibly beneficial for students. It not only provides a clear example of how the techniques should sound but also inspires and motivates you to incorporate these methods into your own playing. Watching Tom Quayle perform helps bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application, making the learning process more effective and enjoyable.

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"Tom Quayle - Mastering Time & Feel" is an invaluable resource for any guitarist looking to deepen their understanding of rhythm and timing. With Tom Quayle's expert guidance, you'll develop the skills necessary to play with precision, creativity, and expressive power. Join us at LickLibrary.com and take your guitar playing to the next level!

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