Real World Guitar with Rob Garland

Discover the dynamic variations in fast scale runs, from 32nd note bursts to sudden changes in direction. It's not just about speed, but about the exciting nuances that bring music to life.

Lesson link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3r1PED5-PQ&list=PLIb-QWoMzfdg2RFYDq6ubdkH6J3yOvs4G&index=15

In this lesson, I'll break down an amazing fast run from Dann Huff, which comes from the intro to the Giant song 'I'm A Believer.' No, not the Monkees. Even if you've never heard the song, the concepts I discuss from it will help you create faster, more musical guitar solos.

We'll cover efficient alternate picking, how mixing 16th and 32nd notes creates excitement, and why changing the sequence as it climbs up the neck sounds far more musical than simply repeating the same pattern.

Explore the opening solo of Giant's 'I'm a Believer,' perfect for Dan Huff fans. Learn efficient picking, blending 16th and 32nd notes for a dynamic feel, and how a sudden speed burst creates excitement. Master this technique for your own playing.

Discover how to play every major 7, minor 7, and dominant 7 chord using the CAGED system. Learn the notes on the neck to master all 12 chord types with just a few shapes.

Unlock the subtle art of guitar double stops! Discover the ghost note technique and Eddie Van Halen's signature bends and vibrato on the third fret of the A string. Elevate your playing.

Ever wondered how to add that soulful blues sound? Try this D7 chord voicing. Move it up two frets for E7. It's a versatile trick for any blues player looking to spice up their solos, especially when you need that down-home feel.

Explore the distinct sounds of major 7th and minor 7th chords. Discover the theory behind their construction, with major 7th chords offering a smooth, jazzy warmth and minor 7th chords providing a different, often melancholic quality. Understand the notes that create these foundational harmonic textures.

Discover how to effortlessly move CAGED shapes up the neck to play E major 7, A minor 7, and dominant 7 chords in the key of E. Learn the secrets of the CAGED system for improvisation and chord construction.