Quick Licks - Gary Moore: Capturing the Essence of Blues Rock Guitar

"Quick Licks - Gary Moore" is a meticulously crafted guitar lesson series taught by Danny Gill that delves into the powerful and emotive style of the legendary blues-rock guitarist. Renowned for his expressive playing and soul-stirring solos, Gary Moore's techniques are essential for any guitarist looking to explore the depths of blues rock. This series focuses on four key aspects of Moore's playing: string bending, sustaining notes, blues phrasing, and legato.

What You Will Learn In This Course

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

• String Bending
• Sustaining Notes
• Blues Phrasing
• Legato

Technique Breakdown

String Bending

String bending is a vital technique in Gary Moore's playing, used to infuse his solos with emotional depth. These lessons explore the nuances of bending strings to different pitches, adding expressiveness and a vocal-like quality to your playing. You'll learn how to execute bends with precision and feel, mirroring Moore's ability to convey intense emotion through his guitar.

Sustaining Notes

Gary Moore was known for his ability to sustain notes, making them resonate with remarkable emotional weight. This series teaches you the techniques to achieve long, singing sustain, including proper finger placement, vibrato, and amp settings. Mastering the art of sustaining notes will allow you to create solos that speak directly to the listener's soul, much like Moore's iconic playing.

Blues Phrasing

Blues phrasing is about expressing ideas and emotions musically. Gary Moore's phrasing was exceptionally expressive, often telling a story with each solo. In these lessons, you'll delve into the art of crafting phrases that have a beginning, middle, and end, learning how to use dynamics, timing, and note choice to make your guitar playing more conversational and impactful.

Legato

Legato, which involves playing notes smoothly and connectedly, is a technique that Moore used to add fluidity to his playing. This part of the series focuses on hammer-ons, pull-offs, and slides, teaching you to play with a smoothness that allows melodies to flow effortlessly. Incorporating legato into your playing will not only enhance your technical skills but also add a level of sophistication to your solos.

Practicing Over a Backing Track: The Real-World Application

Each technique in the series is practiced over a backing track, providing a real-world context for the skills you're learning. Playing with backing tracks helps you understand how these licks and techniques fit within a song, improving your timing and feel. It also offers a more engaging and practical approach to learning, preparing you for live performances and jam sessions.

Gary Moore’s Guitar Style

Gary Moore's guitar style was a powerful blend of technical prowess and deep emotional expression. Known for his work in genres ranging from hard rock to blues, his playing was characterized by intense vibrato, dynamic bends, and soulful phrasing. Studying Moore's style provides insights into playing guitar with both feeling and precision, making it a valuable learning experience for aspiring blues-rock guitarists.

The Benefits of Learning These Techniques

By mastering these techniques, you will:

• Enhance your ability to convey emotion through string bending.
• Learn to sustain notes for greater emotional impact.
• Develop expressive blues phrasing that tells a story.
• Gain fluidity and smoothness in your playing with legato techniques.

Guitar Techniques Used in "Quick Licks - Gary Moore"

Upon completing "Quick Licks - Gary Moore," you will have honed your skills in the following techniques:

• Vibrato
• Alternate Picking
• Legato
• Double Stop Bends
• Unison Bends
• Trills
• Tremolo Picking
• Pull-offs
• Rakes
• Pre-Bends
• Hammer-ons
• Double Stops
• Slides
• Sustain
• String Bending
• Bluesy Bends

"Quick Licks - Gary Moore" is an essential course for guitarists seeking to capture the essence of Moore's iconic blues-rock style. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, these lessons provide a comprehensive guide to mastering some of the most expressive and impactful guitar techniques in rock and blues music.