Tony Iommi - Tech Session by Nick Jennison

Welcome to the "Tony Iommi - Tech Session" by Nick Jennison, an exceptional series of guitar lessons available at Licklibrary.com. These lessons are meticulously designed to provide you with note-for-note insights into the unique playing style of Tony Iommi, the legendary guitarist of Black Sabbath. Our course covers various essential aspects of guitar playing, focusing on rhythm parts, lead parts, and performance techniques. By the end of these lessons, you'll be able to replicate Iommi's iconic sound and understand the techniques that have influenced countless guitarists worldwide.

Rhythm Parts

In the rhythm sections of this course, Nick Jennison breaks down Tony Iommi's distinctive approach to creating powerful and memorable riffs. You'll delve into techniques like power chords, barre chords, and palm muting. These techniques are fundamental in shaping the heavy, driving sound characteristic of Iommi's playing.

Power Chords: Learn to harness the raw power and simplicity of power chords, which are the backbone of many rock and metal riffs. Mastering power chords will give you the ability to create a solid and punchy rhythm foundation.

Barre Chords: Discover how barre chords can provide versatility across the fretboard, allowing you to play various chord shapes with ease. This technique is crucial for playing rhythm guitar in different musical contexts.

Palm Muting: Explore the dynamics of palm muting to add a percussive element to your playing. This technique helps in controlling the sustain and volume of your chords, giving your riffs a tight and rhythmic feel.

Lead Parts

The lead parts of this course are where you will dive deep into Tony Iommi's soloing techniques. Nick Jennison covers a range of skills including string bending, hammer-ons, pull-offs, and vibrato. These techniques are integral to achieving the expressive and melodic quality of Iommi's solos.

String Bending: Learn the art of string bending to add emotion and depth to your solos. This technique allows you to manipulate the pitch of the note, creating a vocal-like quality in your playing.

Hammer-Ons and Pull-Offs: Enhance your legato playing with hammer-ons and pull-offs, enabling smooth transitions between notes and increasing your playing speed without sacrificing clarity.

Vibrato: Master the vibrato technique to infuse your notes with character and sustain. Vibrato is key to making your solos stand out and resonate with the listener.

Performance

Seeing the techniques in a performance context is invaluable for any guitarist. Nick Jennison not only teaches these techniques but also demonstrates them in full performances. This approach allows you to see how each technique is applied in real musical scenarios, providing a comprehensive understanding of how to integrate these skills into your own playing.

Benefits of Learning Techniques in Performance Context

Watching Nick Jennison perform helps bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. You'll gain insight into the nuances of timing, dynamics, and expression that are crucial when performing live or recording. This holistic approach ensures that you not only learn the techniques but also understand how to use them effectively in various musical situations.

Guitar Techniques Covered

Below is a list of the guitar techniques covered in the "Tony Iommi - Tech Session" by Nick Jennison:

• Vibrato
• String Bending
• Hammer-Ons
• Pull-Offs
• Power Chords
• Barre Chords
• Palm Muting

Embark on this journey with Nick Jennison and unlock the secrets behind Tony Iommi's legendary guitar playing. Enhance your skills, gain confidence, and transform your guitar playing with techniques that have defined rock and metal music for decades.