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Feb 4, 2012
How To Improvise Guitar Solos: Complete Lesson For Writing Your Own Solos On The Spot
Learning how to improvise guitar solos is an integral step as an accomplished lead guitarist. Being able to sit down, grab a guitar, and perform in an unplanned jam session will raise your value as a musician tremendously.
Jan 17, 2012
Lead Guitar Patterns: Learning To Improvise Your Own Guitar Solos
Learning a few lead guitar patterns makes improvising your own guitar solos a fun and easy process. Many scales used in guitar solos can help us create and improvise complete guitar solos from nothing.
Jan 14, 2012
Advanced Shred Guitar Technique: Your Guide To Mastering Shred Guitar Tricks
Advanced shred guitar technique involves sweep picking, finger tapping, legato techniques, and fast picking. To really shred guitar fast, you will need to master each of these techniques. A hang up on just one of them can slow you down fast.
Jan 14, 2012
Two Handed Tapping On Guitar: How To Do Advanced Finger Tapping Guitar Tricks
Two handed tapping on guitar is an advanced finger tapping technique that looks cool and sounds totally unique. If shred guitar is your thing, be sure to learn this visually stunning approach to playing shred guitar in a unique and creative way.
Jan 14, 2012
Lead Guitar Exercises: Speed Boosters For Shred Guitar
Lead guitar exercises keep guitar players at top performance. Use guitar exercises every day to increase speed and strength.
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Sep 24, 2011
Silence Of Daylight Tabs: Castlevania Tabs, Simons Quest Tabs
Check out these Silence Of Daylight Tabs for a complete Castlevania guitar lesson. Learn to play video game themes on your guitar from Castlevania 2.
Sep 23, 2011
Bloody Tears Tabs: Video Game Guitar Tabs, Castlevania Tabs
Bloody Tears tabs is a complete lesson for this awesome theme from Castlevania 2: Simon's Quest. You will have to execute lots of finger tapping and use unusual chord shapes to duplicate this theme.
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Sep 23, 2011
Video Game Guitar Tabs: Castlevania Music, Video Game Tabs
Maybe learning video game guitar tabs won't impress your girlfriend, but it will be fun and awesome for us fans of old-school video games! Learn songs from Castlevania, Final Fantasy, and more!
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Sep 20, 2011
What format are your eBooks in?
hello. i just bought the Ultimate Lead Guitar Method with all the bonuses that came with it. so my question is..do I need to download the pdf format or
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Sep 20, 2011
Dorian Mode For Guitar: How To Use The Dorian Mode For Soloing
Learning the Dorian mode is easy and natural. You can use it to play solos and melodies, usually in minor keys. The Dorian scale is similar to the minor scale, which you may already know.
Sep 16, 2011
Guitar Solo Lesson: Insane Guitar Solo, Guitar Shredding
This insane guitar solo lesson will reveal how to shred guitar in the style of Nathan McDonald. Learn to use sweep picking, finger tapping, and fast chromatic scale licks.
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Sep 16, 2011
Nathan McDonald Guitar Lessons: Insane Guitar Solos, How To Shred Guitar
Learn to shred with Nathan McDonald guitar lesson. Learn the philosophy of becoming your own best guitarist, some crazy solos, and reasons to become your own best.
Sep 16, 2011
Guitar Music Theory: Understanding Music Theory For Guitar
Is guitar music theory really necessary to play guitar like the pros? Well, not ultimately. But it will dramatically increase your understanding of music, how it's made, and why.
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Sep 15, 2011
Musical Note Values: Note Value Chart For Guitar, How To Read Guitar Notes
Musical note values are an integral part of learning rhythm and timing. Memorize this note value chart so you can read notes more effectively.
Sep 15, 2011
How To Read Guitar Notes: Learn Guitar Notes, Guitar Note Chart
Learning how to read guitar notes is easy. You just have to memorize them. Learning real music notes unlocks the ability to learn music theory and understand the science of music.
Sep 9, 2011
Boss Guitar Pedals: Are These Guitar Foot Pedals Worth It?
Are Boss guitar pedals really worth buying? I say they are. They last forever, have good sounds, and are road worthy.
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Sep 6, 2011
Electric Guitar Starter Kits: All You Need To Start Playing Guitar Today!
Buying a guitar can be daunting. The convenience of electric guitar starter kits can make the process easier, but there are two sides to every coin.
Sep 6, 2011
Easy Guitar Licks: How To Play Easy Blues Guitar Using The Pentatonic Blues Scale
These easy guitar licks are for someone just starting out learning how to play lead guitar. How do I know they are easy? I double checked by turning my guitar around and playing them left handed.
Sep 4, 2011
Guitar Practice Scales: Highly Effective Exercises For Learning How To Play Guitar Scales
Use these guitar practice scales for mastering the major scale on guitar, strengthening your fingers, and gaining muscle memory for playing scales fast.
Sep 3, 2011
Hangar 18 Guitar Solo Lesson: Marty Friedman Style Guitar Solos
Learn the unique Hangar 18 guitar solo. Complete lesson on Marty Friedman style soloing with Hangar 18 solo tabs.
Aug 31, 2011
Guitar Exercises: Strength-Building Exercises For Increasing Finger Speed
These unique guitar exercises are made to build your strength on the guitar. The result: increased finger speed, picking speed, and stamina.
Aug 30, 2011
Guitar Practice Tips: Learn How To Practice Guitar Correctly And Get The Most Out Of Your Practice Sessions
Read through these guitar practice tips to get the most out of your practice sessions.
Aug 28, 2011
Complete Cemetery Gates Solo Tabs: Learn How To Play Just Like The Recording
This lesson is a complete walkthrough for the Cemetery Gates solo by Pantera. Learn this solo note for note with 100% accurate tablature transcribed by Nathan McDonald.
Aug 27, 2011
How To Change Guitar Strings: When To Change Your Strings And How To Do It Right
Learning how to change guitar strings is a big part of playing guitar. It helps tremendously to know how to do it yourself. You will save money otherwise spent on having someone else do the work for you.
Aug 23, 2011
Guitar String Names: It's More Important Than You Think!
Memorizing your open guitar string names is the first step to a larger understanding of the guitar itself. When you want to memorize your open string names, use these tips to make it easy.
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Aug 23, 2011
Elixir Guitar Strings: Are They Worth It?
To find out if Elixir Guitar Strings are really worth the extra cost, read this review for tips on getting the best electric guitar strings without paying too much money.
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Aug 9, 2011
Guitar Setup Tips -- Simple Steps For Maintaining Your Electric Guitar For Every Day Use
Use these simple guitar setup tips to keep your instrument in perfect working order, so you always sound your best every night!
Jun 21, 2011
How To Be A Rockstar
How to be a rockstar. Guidance for those of you who feel driven to succeed.
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Jun 18, 2011
Them Bones Solo -- Learn One Of The Best Alice In Chains Guitar Solos
Them Bones solo lesson: Learn one of the best all time Alice In Chains guitar solos -- We walk you through the solo every step of the way.
Jun 17, 2011
Easy Guitar Scales -- The Secret To Mastering Guitar Scale Patterns
Learn some easy guitar scales that every guitar player should know. Use guitar scales for building finger strength and speed.
Jun 10, 2011
Why Do You Play Music?
Discover why you play music. Is it for the right reasons?
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May 28, 2011
Guitar EBooks -- Discover Complete Guitar Lessons EBooks for Learning Guitar
Discover guitar eBooks on effective-lead-guitar.com. Choose from guitar lessons ebooks for learning guitar scales, playing professional guitar solos, and building strength and speed!
May 17, 2011
About Electric Guitar Pickups: How To Achieve Your Best Guitar Pickup Tone!
By learning all about electric guitar pickups, you will get the best guitar pickup tone ever, learn to use your guitar pickups selector switch to fit any song, and understand more about how your electric guitar works -- Learning about guitar pickups is easy!
May 14, 2011
Major Scale On Guitar: Best Major Scale Exercises
Learning the major scale on guitar is easy! Use major guitar scale exercises for improved finger independence, speed, and finger strength!
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May 12, 2011
How To Play Lead Guitar: Essential Lead Guitar Lessons For Becoming The Best Lead Guitarist You Know, Learning Any Guitar Solo, And Getting Your Highest Paying Gigs Ever!
Lead Guitarists. Ever want to learn how to play lead guitar and play whatever you imagine, becoming literally the best guitarist you know? These free lead guitar lessons offer you hand-picked, advanced guitar lessons that will increase your credibility in your music community and make you the most wanted band member!
Apr 21, 2011
Guitar Tab Books: Metallica Tab Books, Megadeth Tab Books, And More!
Get official guitar tab books for learning the songs correctly! -- You won't have to guess at incorrect internet tabs! Why are real guitar tab books so much better than free internet tabs? You can collect all your favorite bands -- Metallica tab books, Megadeth tab books, and more!
Apr 20, 2011
How to Play Guitar Like Protest The Hero: Complete Lessons for Lead Guitar
Want to learn how to play guitar like Protest The Hero? Undertake the ultimate challenge with the coolest tricks used by the band's guitarists Tim Millar and Luke Hoskin. This is one of the only places where you will find COMPLETE guitar lessons for this band's songs.
Apr 14, 2011
How To Use A Metronome: Metronome Reviews, Best Metronome Downloads
Learning how to use a metronome is easy! Just start slow and play to the click. Your guitar practice habits will shape your future as a musician! Use your metronome every day to get the best results and sound 10 times better.
Apr 7, 2011
Get The Best Guitar Apps For Your iPhone! -- Guitar Apps Review
Check out the guitar apps review below for all the best applications for you iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch! Your iPhone makes learning guitar fun and easy -- Get the best guitar iPhone apps for increasing your learning on the guitar!
Apr 6, 2011
Guitar Practice Amplifiers: Maybe The Best Practice Amp Is A Cheap One?
Guitar practice amplifiers should be affordable, small, and practical. Don't spend wads of cash on a practice amp -- The best practice amp for you may just be a small, cheap one. It gets the job done!
Apr 6, 2011
Is Guitar Truss Rod Adjustment Necessary? -- Learn How To Adjust The Truss Rod Correctly!
The number 1 reason for guitar truss rod adjustment? -- You have tried everything else! Don't break your guitar! Learn how to adjust the truss rod correctly when you have exhausted all other options.
Mar 3, 2011
How To Set The Intonation On A Guitar: Tips To Getting The Perfect Guitar Set Up For Your Guitar
Learning how to set the intonation on a guitar is one of the most important steps to achieving the PERFECT electric guitar setup! Setting up a guitar incorrectly can result in problems across the neck, inability to get in tune, and general frustration. Don't let it happen to YOU!
Mar 2, 2011
Review Of Song Surgeon -- Is Song Surgeon Any Good?
This review of Song Surgeon reviews one of the best ever pieces of slow down music software. Learn guitar by ear the easiest way possible by slowing down any song with Song Surgeon.
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Feb 24, 2011
How To Play Lead Guitar -- Best Lead Guitar eBook For Learning Advanced Guitar Techniques
Learn how to play lead guitar -- your complete resource for mastering advanced guitar techniques using: All the best pages from effective-lead-guitar.com, Shred guitar lessons for sweeping and tapping, Learn how to play guitar solos like the pros -- All the best pages in one complete lead guitar eBook!
Feb 3, 2011
Beginner Guitar Books -- Best Guides To Learning Guitar For The Absolute Beginner
Find the best beginner guitar books at effective-lead-guitar.com! These books will get you past the hump of being a beginner and on the fast track of learning guitar!
Feb 3, 2011
Beginner Electric Guitar: Everything You Need To Start Learning Guitar
Beginner electric guitar lessons are easy to come by, but where should you start? Use this guide to learn all about best beginner guitar brands, reading guitar tabs, and the best beginner guitar books, without all the confusion!
Feb 1, 2011
Got Bad Guitar Playing Habits? -- Guitar Practice Tips Guaranteed To Get Results!
Do you have bad guitar playing habits? Your guitar habits define how good you are -- Don't underestimate the importance of having the right guitar practice habits N-O-W!
Jan 31, 2011
How Long Until You Stop Making Mistakes?
I've been playing for about a year and a half and I still make mistakes regularly, like at least one every five minutes of playing. I'm getting a bit frustrated,
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Jan 31, 2011
Is there an easy metal guitar solo for me to learn?
I would like to learn a cool metal guitar solo, but I'm not so good with soloing yet. Can anyone recommend a guitar solo that is easy to play and would
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