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Learn To Play The Beatles
Guitar Lesson Course Overview
Licklibrary.com proudly presents "Learn To Play The Beatles," an outstanding guitar tutorial package featuring Michael Casswell, for Beatles enthusiasts. This course is designed to guide you through some of The Beatles' most iconic tracks, offering note-for-note lessons for five unforgettable songs: "Back In The USSR," "I Feel Fine," "Paperback Writer," "A Hard Day's Night," and "Ticket To Ride." Below is a breakdown of each song with detailed analysis.
Guitar Lessons Include:
Back in the USSR
I Feel Fine
Paperback Writer
A Hard Days Night
Ticket to Ride
Lesson Performance Notes
Back In The USSR
This classic song includes an energetic rhythm and a powerful drive. The guitar work features open-string riffs and fast alternate picking, which can be a thrill for many guitarists to learn. The solo is bluesy, utilizing string bending and vibrato techniques that contribute to the overall groove.
I Feel Fine
"I Feel Fine" is renowned for its catchy riff and unique guitar tone. The solo is a blend of melodic phrasing and rhythmic syncopation, with clever use of slides and pull-offs.
Paperback Writer
This song showcases McCartney's bass lines, but the guitar part shines equally bright. An expressive solo filled with bluesy bends and harmonics, reflecting Harrison's flair for musical storytelling.
A Hard Day's Night
Famous for its opening chord, this track is a must-learn for every Beatles fan. The solo consists of double-stops and arpeggiated chord progressions that are simple but effective.
Ticket To Ride
A song characterized by its distinctive rhythm and melodic riffs. This solo emphasizes note choices, with techniques like tremolo picking and chord progressions to produce a memorable sound.
Lead Guitarist Contribution
George Harrison, the lead guitarist, was an innovator and an essential part of The Beatles' sound. His contribution is not just about solos; it's about tone, feel, and the musical choices that made The Beatles' songs timeless. His use of dual guitar harmonies, chromaticism, and altered tunings was both influential and inspirational.
Techniques Used
This comprehensive lesson package includes a wide variety of guitar techniques that will challenge and develop your playing. Here is a list of techniques used across these lessons:
- Vibrato
- Alternate Picking
- Legato
- Tapped Harmonics
- Double Stop Bends
- Unison Bends
- Pinched Harmonics
- Trills
- Tremolo Picking
- Chord Progressions
- Arpeggios
- Harmonics
- Pull-offs
- Power Chords
- Palm Muting
- Barre Chords
- Slides
- String Bending
- Syncopated Rhythms
- Open-String Riffs
"Learn To Play The Beatles" offers a golden opportunity to delve into the intricate guitar work that defines the Beatles' sound. With this course, you can explore their music through well-structured lessons that combine accurate transcriptions, theoretical insights, and practical application. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, these lessons will offer both challenge and fulfillment. Join us today and take your guitar playing to the next level with the timeless music of The Beatles!
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Technical Details
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Code
RDR0097
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Artist
The Beatles
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Media
Online Stream, Download, DVD
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Media format
PAL Only
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Genre
Pop
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Skill level
Suitable For All
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EIN No
5060088820902
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TAB NOT Included
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About The Tutor
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Michael Casswell
It is with great sadness that we post the news of Michael Casswell's tragic death in a swimming accident while on holiday in Spain. All of us at Licklibrary are shocked and saddened by MIke's passing, and our deepest sympathies go out to his family at this difficult time. Michael...