Lead Guitar Harmonies Course Overview

LickLibrary's "Lead Guitar Harmonies" course is expertly crafted for guitarists aiming to excel in harmony guitar soloing. This in-depth course explores various harmony techniques, theoretical foundations, and practical applications to enhance your guitar skills. By focusing on key areas such as diatonic harmony, parallel harmony, and solo performance, complemented by a specially designed backing track for practice, this course provides a unique learning journey for guitar enthusiasts. Each technique is thoroughly explained and demonstrated, ensuring learners grasp the benefits and practical applications of each skill. This course is taught by Danny Gill.

Course Overview

Mastering Harmony Guitar Soloing

Harmony guitar soloing involves playing different notes in unison across multiple guitars, creating a layered and complex sound. This course guides you through the process of creating harmonies that are both beautiful and complementary, enriching your solo performances. Mastering this technique will allow you to add depth and interest to your music, making your guitar solos stand out.

Fundamental Music Theory

Understanding the basics of music theory is essential for any guitarist interested in harmony guitar soloing. This section of the course covers vital theory concepts, such as scales, modes, and harmony construction. Grasping these concepts is crucial for creating expressive and technically proficient musical pieces.

Exploring Diatonic Harmony

Diatonic harmony focuses on the notes within a specific scale or key and their relationships. This course section delves into how to effectively use diatonic harmony in your playing, enabling you to produce solos that are both melodically and harmonically compelling. Mastery of diatonic harmony is key to writing music that flows seamlessly.

The Magic of Parallel Harmony

Parallel harmony involves different parts moving in the same intervallic relationship throughout a piece. This technique adds a distinct texture to your music, making your guitar solos uniquely captivating. The course teaches you how to employ parallel harmony effectively, especially useful in genres that favor rich, textured sounds.

Crafting Memorable Solos

The ability to play solos is the ultimate expression of the techniques covered in this course. You will learn how to create solos that are not just technically sound but also emotionally resonant. This segment is designed to empower you to express your musical ideas fully, crafting solos that deeply connect with your audience.

Benefits of Practicing with a Backing Track

Using a backing track for practice is invaluable for improving solo performance. It helps in developing timing, rhythm, and dynamics, offering a realistic band-playing experience. The backing track included in this course is tailored to the lessons, providing practical application opportunities for what you've learned, enhancing your musicality and performance skills.

Guitar Techniques Used in Lessons

• Vibrato
• Alternate Picking
• Legato
• Pull-offs
• Hammer-ons
• Slides
• String Bending
• Bluesy Bends
• Dual Guitar Harmonies

The "Lead Guitar Harmonies" course from LickLibrary stands as the definitive resource for guitarists keen on advancing their harmony soloing and theoretical understanding. With comprehensive lessons on harmony techniques and an accompanying backing track, students are equipped to elevate their guitar playing to the next level.