Guitar Solos In An Hour - No Scales, No Confusing Theory

Learn to create melodic lead guitar solos so you can leave the pentatonic scales behind

What you'll learn

Free yourself from pentatonic scale playing

Use a simple 4-step method for melodic solo creation - no theory, no scales

Match your solo phrases to each chord in the progression (playing the changes)

Create and play flowing, improvised guitar solos all over the fretboard

Requirements

Knowledge of Major and Minor barre chord shapes

Description

You know by now that learning scales is not a musical approach to creating guitar solos.In under 60 minutes, you'll learn a unique method for creating memorable guitar solos, moving beyond the limitations of pentatonic scales to unlock a wider world of creative possibilities. Forget about memorising endless scale shapes – this course focuses on a simple "cluster" system to allow you to move freely across the fretboard, playing melodic phrases that perfectly match the chord progression you are soloing over.Here's what you gain from this course:Ditch the scales: Learn why traditional scale-based soloing can be restrictive and discover a more effective and musical approach. Master major and minor cluster shapes: These easy-to-learn shapes provide the building blocks for crafting compelling solos over any chord progression. Effortlessly navigate the fretboard:  Understand how to connect cluster shapes and create smooth transitions between musical ideas. Expand your soloing vocabulary: Still using those same old licks? Explore techniques to add flavour and interest to your playing.Unlock the secrets of musicality: Develop your ear and learn to make informed note choices that sound both intentional and inspired.Example Solos and solo breakdowns: Learn the licks from these solos and get the explanations of how they were created in relation to cluster shapesTAB, Printables and Backing Tracks: to give you the best resources to practice, remember and succeed.This course is perfect for guitarists of all levels who want to:Break free from pentatonic boxes and unlearn their scale-based soloing approach.Enhance their improvisational skills.Create more interesting and sophisticated solos. Want an actionable 4-step method to get results within an hourTHIS COURSE IS NOT for guitar players who:Want to learn more scale shapesWant to go deep into music theoryWant to spend hours and hours lessonsEnrol today and begin your journey toward becoming a confident and expressive guitar soloist!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Section 2: Why understanding Major and Minor chords matters in soloing

Lecture 2 How to build Major and Minor chords

Section 3: Practical Application

Lecture 3 Introduction to Major clusters

Lecture 4 Major cluster shapes and their relationships to barre chords

Lecture 5 D Major cluster exercises

Lecture 6 G Major cluster exercises

Section 4: What other notes can I use? The 2 buckets

Lecture 7 Other notes

Lecture 8 EXAMPLE SOLO over D-G plus licks breakdown with TAB

Section 5: Understanding Minor clusters

Lecture 9 Introduction to Minor clusters

Lecture 10 D Minor cluster exercises

Lecture 11 EXAMPLE SOLO over Dmin-G plus licks breakdown with TAB

Section 6: Solo creation steps summary and final thoughts/tips

Lecture 12 Summary of steps and final thoughts

Intermediate guitar players stuck playing pentatonic scales,Guitarists wanting to create good solos without learning more scales or confusing theory,Players wanting to understand the basic tools and techniques required to create melodic guitar solos,Those new to soloing - this is a great first step