Quick Licks - In The Style of Dimebag Darrell: Mastering Metal Guitar Techniques

Learning Dimebag Darrell's guitar techniques offers more than just an arsenal of licks; it's an invitation to step into the shoes of a legend. It provides insight into the creative mind of one of metal's most revered guitarists and offers a profound level of understanding of what makes guitar solos truly memorable. This lesson course is taught by Andy James.

What You Will Learn In This Course

35 killer metal licks in the style of Dimebag Darrell. This course also includes a backing track to play over. The techniques you will learn include:

• Fast Guitar Licks
• Wide Interval Stretches
• Wide Vibrato
• Shred Guitar

Technique Breakdown

Fast Guitar Licks

When it comes to the world of heavy metal guitar, speed is often a distinguishing factor. Our lesson series will teach you not just to play fast, but to do so with precision and clarity. Developing speed on the guitar requires a strong foundation in alternate picking and legato techniques, which will be thoroughly explored. These techniques will allow you to deliver rapid-fire notes with ease, a hallmark of Dimebag Darrell's playing.

Fast guitar licks are not only impressive, but they also develop your dexterity and coordination. These skills transfer to all aspects of guitar playing, making complex passages more manageable and enhancing your overall fluency on the fretboard.

Wide Interval Stretches

Dimebag Darrell's style was notable for its use of wide interval stretches. These are leaps in pitch that go beyond the typical scale patterns. Learning these stretches increases your finger independence and allows you to create licks that stand out due to their unique structure and sound.

By mastering wide interval stretches, you can break out of conventional scalar playing. It expands your creative palette and gives you the tools to write more interesting and engaging melodies.

Wide Vibrato

A signature element of Dimebag's lead style was his wide, aggressive vibrato. Our lessons dive deep into the technique of widening your vibrato while maintaining control over the pitch and rhythm.

A well-executed vibrato can breathe life into a note, making it sing. It adds emotional expression to your solos and is a vital tool in your expressive arsenal.

Shred Guitar

Shredding is a guitar-playing technique that involves a combination of fast licks and advanced guitar skills. In the "Quick Licks - Dimebag Darrell" series, we dissect the components of shred guitar, teaching you the mechanics behind rapid alternate picking, legato runs, and sweep picking.

Learning to shred is about more than just playing fast; it's about mastering your instrument. It challenges you to raise your playing standards and helps you develop a level of finesse and control that will permeate every aspect of your guitar playing.

Practicing with a Backing Track

Our lessons include backing tracks tailored to Dimebag Darrell's style. Practicing with these tracks helps you apply the licks in a musical context, improve your timing, and learn how to structure your solos effectively. Moreover, it makes your practice sessions more engaging and enjoyable. Playing over a backing track forces you to listen and adapt to other instruments. This practice is critical for developing good musical instincts and for preparing you to play with a band.

Dimebag Darrell's Guitar Style

Dimebag Darrell was known for his ferocious riffs and mind-bending solos that defined a generation of metal guitar. His ability to combine grooves, intricate riffs, and searing solos into a cohesive musical vision was unparalleled. He wasn't just playing notes; he was crafting a narrative with his guitar.

Guitar Techniques Used in Lessons

The following is a comprehensive list of guitar techniques that are covered in the "Quick Licks - Dimebag Darrell" lesson series. These techniques are essential for any guitarist looking to delve into the realm of metal and beyond.

• Vibrato
• Alternate Picking
• Legato
• Wide Interval Stretches
• Shred Guitar Essentials
• String Bending
• Two-Handed Tapping
• Harmonics
• Whammy Bar Tricks

By mastering these techniques, you'll not only pay tribute to the incredible legacy of Dimebag Darrell but also significantly advance your own guitar playing. Join us in celebrating the music and style of one of the greats, and elevate your guitar skills to a whole new level.

* THIS PRODUCT IS NOT ENDORSED BY OR MADE IN ASSOCIATION WITH PANTERA, NOR DOES DIMEBAG DARRELL PERFORM OR APPEAR ON THIS COURSE *