The Root 5 Pentatonic Scale
July 7, 2011 1 CommentThe root 6 pentatonic scale may be the most important scale we’ll need to know, but the root 5 shape is not far behind. Learn all about this scale in this lesson!
Pentatonics
Iron Maiden Style Bending Riff
July 6, 2011 No CommentsWe’re putting the unison bend to work with this old school metal example in the style of Iron Maiden. This one’s definitely a challenge, but we know you can do it!
ZZ Top Bending Riff
July 6, 2011 1 CommentGet some practice bending with this Texas inspired blues-rock riff from ZZ Top.
Start Wailing – Intro to Bending
July 5, 2011 No CommentsAt the heart of making your guitar wail is the bend. We’ll show you the proper technique to make bending as easy as possible.
Lenny Kravitz Style Hammer On Riff
July 5, 2011 No CommentsHammer ons are notorious for creating a solid groove and funky vibe. Today’s riff is a rockin’ yet funky inspired Lenny Kravitz lick we hope you enjoy!
Foreigner Style Double Stop Riff
July 5, 2011 1 CommentTime to get some practice in with those double stops. This riff is in the style of Foreigner who would use double stops to give their pop songs some added edge.
Super Rock With Double Stops
July 5, 2011 No CommentsToday we’re leaning about double stops – an easy way to make riffs instantly sound heavy and rockin.
Make Your Notes Sing With Vibrato
July 5, 2011 No CommentsFor our next technique we’re going to look at vibrato, one of the great tricks behind making your solos sing.
Aerosmith Style Hammer On Riff
July 5, 2011 1 CommentTime to put those hammer ons to use! This time we’ll be looking at an Aerosmith style riff that showcases Joe Perry’s smooth playing style.
Blondie Style Pentatonic Riff
July 5, 2011 No CommentsLearn a Blondie style riff that features major pentatonics, a technique very common to this New Wave pioneer.
Temptations Style Pentatonic Riff
July 5, 2011 No CommentsLearn a major pentatonic riff in the style of the Temptations. Get your Motown on!
Intro to Major Pentatonics
July 5, 2011 No CommentsIn this lesson we’re going to venture into the world of major pentatonics. The effect will be that our solos and leads will take on a more upbeat sound!
Linkin Park Style Pentatonic Riff
July 5, 2011 No CommentsHere is a very different approach to pentatonics where instead of picking single melody notes we play between two notes. The effect is awesome so let’s go!
Sound Crazy – Cross String Pattern
July 5, 2011 No CommentsThis next sequence gives the pentatonic scale a sound unlike anything you’ve ever heard. If you like the bizarre, out-there, avant-garde stuff you’re in for a treat!
Shredding Baby Steps – Up 3 Down 1 Pattern
July 5, 2011 No CommentsIn this lesson we’re looking at another pentatonic sequence, this time the 3 up 1 down pattern. Another great one used by legends like Jimmy Page
Shredding Baby Steps – Up 4 Down 1 Pattern
July 5, 2011 No CommentsThis is our first sequence and a very common one for solos. Practice slowly, as riffs like this will help to improve technique and speed.
The Most Important Scale Ever
July 5, 2011 1 CommentBookmark this lesson, it might be the most important one you’ll ever have. Learn the one secret behind all soloing, lead guitar, jamming and more.
Allman Bros. Style Pentatonic Riff
July 4, 2011 No CommentsToday we’re going to look at a southern style riff ala the Allman Brothers. So let’s get going!
Hendrix Style Pentatonic Riff
July 4, 2011 No CommentsThe pentatonic scale is for everybody, especially masters like Hendrix! Today we’ll look at how he might have used this versatile scale.
Death Cab Style Pentatonic Riff
July 4, 2011 1 CommentHere’s a pentatonic riff in the style of Deathcab for Cutie. Channel your inner Ben Gibbard!