Rick Parfitt's Rhythm Method: A Comprehensive Guitar Course

Discover the secrets to Rick Parfitt's iconic guitar rhythm with LickLibrary's exclusive course, "Rick Parfitt's Rhythm Method". This meticulously crafted tutorial series dives into the core of Rick's rhythm guitar techniques across five legendary tracks: "Mystery Song", "Caroline", "Whatever You Want", "Rain", and "Hold Ya Back". Each lesson is a step into the world of rigorous rhythm guitar playing, offering learners an unparalleled opportunity to master the techniques that made Rick Parfitt a legend.

Mastering Techniques Through Iconic Songs

"Mystery Song" Technique Breakdown

Dive into the "Mystery Song" with a focus on power chords and palm muting, teaching you the art of creating a driving rhythm that's both powerful and precise. Understanding these techniques helps in adding a solid backbone to any rock song, ensuring that you can deliver performances with the right punch and texture.

"Caroline" Technique Exploration

"Caroline" introduces you to open-string riffs and syncopated rhythms, challenging your timing and dexterity. Learning these techniques enhances your ability to play more complex rhythms and improves your overall timing, making your playing sound more professional and tight.

"Whatever You Want" Technique Deep Dive

The lesson on "Whatever You Want" emphasizes string bending and double stops, crucial for adding emotion and expressiveness to your playing. These techniques are fundamental in making your guitar "sing", allowing you to inject personality into your performances.

"Rain" Technique Focus

"Rain" brings attention to the use of arpeggios and chord progressions, essential for understanding the harmonic framework of songs. Mastering these techniques will elevate your ability to create more melodic and intricate rhythm parts, enriching your overall sound.

"Hold Ya Back" Technique Insights

Lastly, "Hold Ya Back" delves into slides and hammer-ons, techniques that introduce smoothness and fluidity to your playing. These are key in transitioning between chords and notes seamlessly, offering a more dynamic and expressive playing style.

The Value of Backing Tracks for Practice

This course also includes a backing track for each song, providing a vital tool for practice. Playing along with backing tracks simulates a real-band environment, helping you improve your timing, rhythm, and ability to play in sync with other instruments. It's an effective way to prepare for live performances or band rehearsals, ensuring you're confident and ready to rock.

A Tour of Rick's Guitar Rig

An exclusive feature of this course is a comprehensive tour of Rick Parfitt's guitar rig, offering insights into the equipment that crafted his signature sound. Understanding his setup gives you the knowledge to replicate his tone, and possibly inspire you to experiment with your own rig to find your unique sound.

Guitar Techniques List

Here's a compilation of the key guitar techniques you'll master through "Rick Parfitt's Rhythm Method", complete with resources to explore them further:

• Power Chords
• Palm Muting
• Open-String Riffs
• Syncopated Rhythms
• String Bending
• Double Stops
• Arpeggios
• Chord Progressions
• Slides
• Hammer-Ons

By embarking on this course, you not only learn to play note for note after the legendary Rick Parfitt but also gain a deep understanding of the techniques that make rock rhythm guitar so exhilarating. Whether you're a beginner looking to start on the right path or an experienced player aiming to refine your skills, "Rick Parfitt's Rhythm Method" is your gateway to mastering the art of rock rhythm guitar.