Learn to Play Easy Acoustic Rock Volume 3: A Journey Into Musical Mastery

Unlock the mystery of your favorite acoustic rock songs with "Learn to Play Easy Acoustic Rock Volume 3" from Licklibrary.coms very own Jamie Humphries. This comprehensive and all-encompassing product delivers guitar lessons that dive deep into the very essence of some of the most iconic rock songs.

1. Layla by Eric Clapton

The heartfelt, acoustic rendition of Eric Clapton's "Layla" makes use of the D minor pentatonic scale, resulting in a richly emotive piece. Clapton's contribution to this song lies in his ability to weave the electric intensity of blues with the softer elements of rock. As you dissect the rhythm and lead parts, you'll uncover a variety of techniques such as slides, pull-offs, and hammer-ons, all essential for delivering the song's soulful rendition.

2. Wonderwall by Oasis

Oasis' "Wonderwall" offers a solid base for learning the acoustic guitar. Played primarily in the key of E minor, the song's charm lies in the dynamic mix of barre chords, open-string riffs, and the use of a capo on the second fret. Noel Gallagher's composition techniques, with his emphasis on power chord progressions, lend the song its unforgettable anthem-like quality.

3. Maggie May by Rod Stewart

Rod Stewart's "Maggie May" is an excellent track for exploring folk rock. The song, mostly revolving around the A Major scale, presents an exquisite mix of arpeggiated chord progressions and open-string riffs. The lead guitar, played by Martin Quittenton, weaves intricate melodic phrases and an unforgettable solo that complements the song’s rhythmic backbone.

4. Fields of Gold by Eva Cassidy

Eva Cassidy's cover of "Fields of Gold" showcases a distinct finger-picking style that imbues the track with an ethereal quality. This Sting's classic, played in the key of G Major, is an excellent way to practice chord transitions, sustain, and open-string riffs. The guitar’s delicate accompaniment underlines the emotional depth of the song.

5. Fragile by Sting

"Fragile" is a testimony to Sting's ingenuity in using the guitar to enhance the storytelling element of songwriting. Played in the key of E minor, the piece focuses on finger-picking, arpeggios, and syncopated rhythms to create a tender and introspective mood. This song provides a nuanced study of incorporating melodic and harmonic elements in rhythm guitar playing.

These are just a few highlights of what you'll learn in "Learn to Play Easy Acoustic Rock Volume 3." Each lesson provides meticulous note-for-note instruction, allowing you to grasp not just the notes but the essence of each piece.


The Techniques in Store

The following is a non-exhaustive list of guitar techniques that you'll encounter and master in this course:

Licklibrary.com's "Learn to Play Easy Acoustic Rock Volume 3" offers you the opportunity to walk in the shoes of renowned guitarists, and take your understanding of guitar techniques and song construction to a whole new level. Embrace the journey to musical mastery today!

About The Tutor

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Jamie Humphries

Jamie is one of the mainstays of LickLibrary, having a stream of hugely successful best selling DVDs, Jamie is best known as Brian May's sideman who he's played shows with all over the world. Aside from this Jamie is a hugely popular clinician working all over the world with Ernie...

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