3 Great Tips That Could Improve Your Guitar Solos

[@brownie_the_3rd]

Tip #4: Whenever possible, incorporate Purple Rain into your solo.

[@indiefruit]

That little 1-7-1-7-1-7-2 works so well with any major chord structure

[@commentfreely5443]

i vibrato with my 3rd finger not the others. it has most feel.

[@quantumlevelhealing]

Lol! 😁 Darn right! 👌

[@ChrisBuckGuitar]

Thank you Pete, you’re too kind mate ☺️ Fantastic video!

[@robertmoore3643]

He's not wrong, man. Watching your right hand is both frustrating and inspiring :-)

[@gbarge4]

It's the feel. By the way, check Chris with Dan and Mick on That Pedal Show and you'll see astonishing playing and, as usual, inspiring discussion of tone. That Chris is a genuinely great dude also shines through as well. Thanks, Chris.

[@MrBossei]

So refreshing to hear Peter play. No technique to impress, just to enhance the melody. And so much feel. A truly great musician. Thanks!

[@JamieClark]

Incredible. When I have to name my favorite guitarists of all time, these days I’m saying “Hendrix, Frusciante, and Danish Pete” No joke. I miss Guitar Paradiso *so* much.

[@urbo92]

Dimebag, Morello and Pete

[@mr501mc]

Definitely one of my favorites, especially his chordal stuff.... 🤤

[@cdelcollado]

Peter Honoré and Chris Buck.

[@landon.cunningham]

Guthrie Trapp and Danish Pete

[@escortrsts2]

Paradiso with Pete and Mick was so good!

[@jbolo5378]

I need a Pete and Chris Buck jam.

[@hafidiamine]

that would be orgasmic !

[@nowwhat1]

Plus Ariel ;)

[@willgoodfellow3144]

I'll be hanging with Pete and Chris next weekend- excited to see them Jam together.

[@ChrisBuckGuitar]

J Bolo Sounds good to me 👌🏻

[@steve1969pierce]

great idea!!!

[@robdownes5159]

Whenever I listen to Pete play it always makes me go and play guitar, which always makes me sad that I can't play as well as him. Such a vicious cycle

[@Gloomshimmer]

just dont use such much vibrato in your "improwizaschion"

[@1funkybasslady]

This is a GREAT lesson! To put it in a nutshell, I always tell my wind instrument students to play their instrument as though they were a singer singing a beautiful ballad. Do this by using vibrato - at varying speeds and NEVER like a machine gun! - dynamics and feeling (emotion). In the case of the guitar as Pete is saying, “feel” and “touch” on the guitar strings adds an important element to the mix. Without these components to one’s playing, it is not music, it is a technical exercise. Music is supposed to evoke an emotional response in the listener. If a player can’t do that, they aren’t a true musician, they are a technician. Some players think that flying fingers and lots of distortion makes them some kind of music “God.” In reality it is merely covering up the fact that they can’t feel the music, and they are incapable of comprehending and using the techniques Pete is talking about here. Just stomp on those effects pedals, crank the volume up to 12, and fly the fingers and you have arrived. NOT!! To a true musician that is just noise which is totally devoid of human emotion. It just leaves me cold wanting for something far more musical and tasteful. Pete is a musician’s musician. His playing is so very tasteful and loaded with the stuff that tugs on the heart strings! Class act to be sure! Thanks Pete for demonstrating some very important techniques which make listening to your playing such an immersive exciting experience - especially for we experienced musicians who are “in the know” about what makes music come alive. I hope these tips will wake up some young inexperienced aspiring players to hear the true artistry involved in great guitar playing. Pete whenever I am looking for the best Anderton’s videos I look for the ones you, Rabea and Ariel are involved in. 🤩. Please keep ‘em coming! 👏🏻👏🏻

[@thefloop2813]

Entirely agree, all but the distortion being used to hide stuff comment. Thats about as a wrong a statement as you could make about distortion or high gain sounds. Not only does it compress the hell out of the sound, making even the slightest mis placed notes and unwanted transient harmonics and unwanted ringing strings just as loud as any thing else your playing, forcing you to play much cleaner then you actually would need to if you werent using the distortion, it's also a helluva lot trickier to get the sound itself "right" in a way that isnt unpleasant to the listeners. (unless its just a terrible quality distortion sound). I honestly chuckle every time i see someone claim people use distortion to hide something in their playing. It's quite the opposite actually. Clean tones hide sloppy playing lol. To me that statement just says "Im insecure about my playing ability and also have no idea what im talking about" That being said, this point has nothing to do with the quality of music, and feel a given guitar player has as well, not even in the slightest, and claiming that it does quite literally will destroy your credibility as a musician in most peoples eyes. Not just the meatheads cranking gain to 12 every time they play. Nor do these statements intentionally detract from the quality of any players such as Pete. Who i agree is an absolute legend. Most people in the heavy crowd are also really cool, really down to earth relaxed, non judgmental people. VERY unlike yourself.

[@TenThumbsProductions]

Great tone man, really cool guitar too, thanks!

[@jasonrayburn5551]

Wanted to let you know that The Dane is an awesome pedal. Has great sounds and is crazy dynamic. Absolutely love it!! So ya know you have a signed pedal make it to Oklahoma in the US. Loved the message on the back. Good luck to you, I always look forward to your videos..

[@MarkJohnson-es1qc]

Totally agree with your assessment of The Dane. Now I know that here are at least 2 signed pedals in Oklahoma.

[@IPushHard]

Great tips! ...and that Duesenberg sounds stellar. Beautiful man! Thanks

[@carsandguitars2361]

This man is living proof that gear does not affect tone he could make a yard stick and yarn sound amazing. Its in your hands. He makes every piece of gear sound amazing watch the vids. From squires to gibsons absolutely amazing. I practice everyday in hopes of half this mans talent. With a little jimmy and stevie and i will be happy. I stopped changing gear and concentrated getting out of bad habits. Best advise i give now is YOUR TONE COMES FROM LOTS OF PRACTICE NEVER GIVE UP KEEP PLAYING. THANK YOU SIR. GREAT VID EXCELLENT PLAYING

[@oisinmcphillips2090]

I'd like to add something that I've learned, is that escalation is important. Starting your solo with a burning fast shreddy lick is great, but if you spend the rest of the solo doing your best B.B King, it's not gonna work, and vice versa. Know when to play fast and when to slow down. A solo that's 100mph all the time has nowhere to go, and a solo that has no escalation, be it in terms of speed or harmonic complexity, has little impact.

[@colaboytje]

Or as John Mayer said, if you come out screaming, you've ended your solo.

[@oisinmcphillips2090]

@@colaboytje very true, but of course context is king.

[@danielhoskins4690]

Oisin McPhillips there is a really good live recording of Peter green with the bluesbreakers playing Stormy Monday which is a great example of that.

[@officialWWM]

Thank you Sensai

[@BenK.]

It´s probably the biggest lesson I learnded from John Mayer. I see it all the time, that people play with their ego rather than with their heart.

[@judosailor]

Every time I watch one of your videos I start out thinking, man, this guy is too advanced for me to get much out of this. And then I end up getting a lot out of it anyway!

[@colaboytje]

About the vibrato: I think every players has it's own vibrato signature. If you listen to Mark Knopfler, his vibrato is so recognisable. It's pretty fast most of the time, even in slow songs. He does change tempo, but it's so recognisable. Just like BB king. That's mainly how I know it's BB playing (very fast and deep).

[@argocat99]

Thank you Pete, you're an amazing player, a melodic dream...

[@KailynsJoy]

"Tone is in the fingertips" I never knew what this meant until I watched Danish Pete demonstrate every guitar and pedal and amp under the sun but still have that deft touch. Dynamics is probably the most important lesson I've learned recently with my soloing. Vibrato is a constant battle. Great lesson 😊

[@MykelObvious]

Please make a video like this once a week! You have made me a better player every time I watch a Danish Pete Tuition video! Please do many, many, many more of these!!!

[@banjoboys]

No 1 plugging in your guitar

[@DavidImrie]

Always Loved your playing pete. Still waiting for a chilled Jazzy/Mayer esque LP from you :)

[@nickardasis4]

Pete, you've been a big inspiration to me since I discovered you. An off-topic question though, how's the v40 Deluxe compared to a Fender Deluxe reverb or a Hot Rod Deluxe? I tried it and I kinda fell in love with it but the price difference is quite big compared to a Fender and I don't know what to buy. Can't wait for your next video.

[@TheWiccanGirl]

This brings back memories of when I had lessons on vibrato, I remember him saying it was like I was playing a violin. Great video Pete, i love the chord progressions you come up with, very inspirational.

[@jimfromoh8944]

Jeez us Pete, that first two minutes, wow. Lay a Van Morrison-esque vocal over that and it's instant legend.

[@ferest1081]

Chris Buck is my favorite! Such emotional playing!! Danish Pete is pretty good too ; ) nice video Pete

[@mitchellwieler]

First! Beautiful playing as always Pete! 🎸🎵🎶🔥

[@stefanlangstrup]

The most humble guy! Has worked so hard on that guitar!

[@alanredversangel]

4. Don't play anything that someone couldn't air guitar to.

[@ToddMelanson]

That guitar is sexy AF. And your touch is really great. Liked and subbed. Keep up the good work. From Minneapolis, MN...USA.

[@scottdavidson226]

This guy is becoming one of my favorite players

[@Kurt9099]

Pete, you are fast becoming one of my favorite players. I love playing along with you in these jams and getting inspired by your lines and meoldies.

[@CharlesHarrisonMusicTuition]

Some incredibly mischievous advice, you naughty Danish boi. Cheers

[@JFK1180]

Pete. Your sense of melody and touch is a marvel to behold.

[@stephendawson5809]

Nice tips .I keep playing the same stuff over and over.I will take onboard your coments and hopefully sound just a little like you bud.Cheers

[@lordseph]

All I'm saying is, every time I watch Danish Pete, I end up picking up my guitar after. Thanks Pete!

[@niguel4438]

Very useful thanks Pete. Have you heard Tom Buvorac (American session guitarist) play? His is a great example of the touch play you mentioned.

[@ProbableCauseBluesBand]

I’ve learned a lot recording myself everyday on video. I lay down loops with a Beatbuddy and a synth pedal. Then solo over them. I overplay and I need more licks in my bag…

[@scoutrifle6827]

When I showed a previous guitar teacher that I was getting good vibrato by pressing and releasing pressure on the string, he told me, "Stop doing that-nobody does that. It won't work." Thanks for proving I was right, Pete!

[@acpinion1]

I could be wrong...I think you must have some US southern soul in you. It is a pleasure to watch "and " hear your playing. Kudos young man. You are an inspiration

[@yzimsx]

Robben Ford said that your vibrato is your sound, so there's no right or wrong ... but I disagree. Many players have a stiff rapid shaking buzz vibrato, too fast, uncontrolled and constantly sharp, horrible.

[@luisvolpon1598]

Great tips! I can keep watching your videos all day long. You make it seem so simple lol. Thank you, I got something else to practice. 🎸🎸🎸

[@jonleask]

Danish Pete plays with his soul instead of his hands. Incredible to watch. #goals

[@Chalky138]

Great video Pete ...anyone know the chord progression and can share it ? Yours gratefully !

[@GeorgMaier-Guitarist]

Nice one! Another good way to practice your Vibrato and get a good feel for it, is to practice it with a metronome. Maybe 8th notes "down and down and.."

[@andymellor9056]

The Vibrato control tip got me. Especially leaving a pause between the attack and the inception of the vibrato. Need to practice slowing down and chilling out.

[@jonnylennox2504]

Anyone smarter than me know what these chords are? I've been pausing the video for ages but cant quite get them all.

[@sollyharr]

I'll give you guys a tip for free.. find the pick that suits your playing best...it will take a while to develop your technique but once your up and going the perfect pick is your biggest buddy...( watch Pete do a vid on this one he wont because he doesn't use the same pick ) 😂

[@GMec78]

As Steve Vai would put it, your vibrato must me harmonic and melodic or you might as well be poking the strings with a stick

[@laurensbronsveld]

Those licks without vibrato were painful to listen to. Need them vibratos😁 thanks for the vid:)

[@drittal]

That’s one hell of a way to start your cool and rainy Sunday morning. Great feel.

[@MrSkunk1964]

i have to agree with the comments below. i have come back to guitars shortly before the lockdown. so thankful i did. part of that awakening is this channel. and youtube . this chap is really good. such talent and humbleness. pity he does not prefer les pauls. i will forgive lol. keep the tunes rollin.

[@corynorell3686]

Playing with your fingers like that really does make it sound more vocal.

[@LysanderLH]

The simple answer to becoming a better player, is clearly to own hundreds of effects pedals and a few expensive amps.

[@leewintle3506]

What is that beautiful chord progession at the start of the video!? Awesome and informative video - thank you!

[@vernonhoover1387]

Thanks so much Pete for helping get all this stuff inside of me get out.every time I sit down with these videos of yours,a bit more surfaces every time.I so dig the attack of your lessons and the approach you use.I'm almost 60 and come from an Ohio farmers town and am filled with the blues inside.and with your insipration,more and more shows all the time.thank you so much for being a mentor of music to me.your style and experience is second to none in my book and you take your time to help teach others to play.what an extraordinary muscisian! Keep up the great work and God bless you and yours.

[@casey9020]

Vibrato is like oxygen; you can’t live without it for very long

[@70snuttodd95]

Pete you humble badass, much respect

[@jayadams681]

Naturally talented,humble and so very generous. We need more like you. Cheers fella.

[@Jay-vs4fi]

Great great video! I'm blessed to of had my grandad teach me these techniques when I was younger. This video is top class :) very direct and chilled out.

[@Eventual420]

You're welcome! You may underestimate your fan base Pete. We truly are inspired by said vibrato, melody, and dynamics in your playing. You've got some cool licks to back it all up, plenty of blues and harmonic styles intertwine from your knowledge base. Always great to watch you play.

[@sarnies7219]

Only recently discovered Pete via the Anderton’s channel.....omg what a stellar guitarist, love the melodic phrases and awesome touch. Has the touch and feel of another Pete - Peter Green no less and I can’t think of a higher compliment to pay! Greeny is my all time favourite guitarist, DP is right up there and I can’t get enough.....what we need is a Danish Pete album as soon as possible!!!

[@lotusmark2]

One word, “Tasty” epic mate

[@7387470]

Thanks for the help, always find myself over playing. Always have to remind myself that sometimes less is more.

[@macbor]

Pete, I love your guitar playing for a long time, but today I fell in love with Duesenberg Paloma. Thank you very much :)

[@Jackal799]

Cheers from the USA. Love your playing. You responsible for me buying a Duesey lol. Keep it up!

[@glenben92]

Something very interesting that he missed was breathing and I've noticed this in my own playing. Breathe with the music, he does it at about 10:00 & you can hear him using timed breaths. I only recently realised I did this and it helps get 'in the zone' so to speak & feel the music more

[@ambu6478]

Thanks Peter for any guitar instruction(s) you can share with the rest of us!!

[@EM-df6mo]

Excellent video Pete, good stuff coming out of you and Rob bouncing ideas off each other. Two gentlemen with different styles and really putting good information into the hands of the rest of us through excellent demonstration. May you have continued success sir. As always thank you for your gracious efforts.

[@256k_]

that guitar is the best looking guitar i've ever seen. it's a shame i'll never get to own one but i'm thankful i know it exists.

[@Fraaip]

Time to deck my Strat for tip 2 I guess lol...

[@karlclark8625]

Great tips, but the teaching delivery could be better.

[@paulsonn1308]

After covid ill fly to the UK just to buy a dane if you would sign it haha

[@leibundgu0]

I need urgently the chords from the Intro - pleeease...

[@marmadukewinterbotham2599]

Watch/listen to Peter Green; it's all there. Feel. Understatement.

[@Whitewallsessions]

Marmaduke Winterbotham Understatement/restraint is so often overlooked. It takes some balls to play something simple with intent and just let it hang there without rushing on to something more flashy. Peter Green is one of my favorites for this very reason.

[@jayadams681]

Less is more. A lesson to be learned.

[@Andredecan]

Great video as always. Bon Jovi Lie to Me is a great example of a melodic solo. One of my favs!

[@brotendo]

Chris Buck only plays in two modes: soft, and softer.

[@thegruntledmonk3832]

Hey Pete, it worked for BB King for 50 years. :)

[@joelhensley5322]

He's not saying never use vibrato he is saying practice not using it and changing it up...developing a feel for the vibrato itself

[@jbinfrance]

Love to hear you play Pete. For me you are the star player of Andertons. I try to learn from you but know I'll never be as good.

[@PhreddCrintt]

Your Chris Buck reference is wonderful Peter.

[@JonnysWorldofMusic]

9:56 is where he start breathing the blues! 😍😍😍 Thank you so much Pete! Lovely lesson!

[@MrAntpre]

Great ... more tips and lessons please

[@remyQuillmeister]

Any chance you could give tips on dialing in the amp to get that sound?

[@tusharkakshapati7610]

the singing part was a great tip, that changes everything finding melody. Thanks Pete!

[@hanskung3278]

That's a nice looking guitar, what kind is it?

[@pauldncn1]

Nice time Pete cuts through without drowning everything else and those little windows you leave are great Thanks you

[@Bealzeebozzo]

#JapanesePeteLovesDoppelgangers

[@ppshill9863]

Beautiful playing sir fipping great

[@crompton5751]

what are the chords you are playing at the start, a cool lesson would be chord voicing and when and why you use them, thanks for the lessons

[@lightfoot413]

Thanks Pete..Good tips

[@mpactdesignmedia]

Musician Language: "Da doo-doo-doo, da dah-dah-dah" - Gordon Sumner "Blah, Blah, Blah" - Alex Lifeson "Fuh-Flup, plup-plup-plup-plup" - Peter Honoré

[@jamestonguet1737]

beautiful playing as always

[@Spike543]

Another great video Pete , thanks 👍🏻

[@mford9029]

Thank you for the nice lesson. No need for a “sorry”

[@TheOnlineBusker]

This is fucking great Pete! I feel like I'm hanging out with you on a Sunday morning....why, it's almost like we're mates!!! Ok no it's not.

[@ramonwillemsen]

Putting the first 2 minutes on endless repeat!

[@stevieboy444]

Wow! World class tuition...that's easy to understand....& makes a big difference really quickly. Thank you!!

[@joeltaylor4821]

Hey Pete, glad your going by your full name now. I don't think Danish Pete was such a good name to be recognized under. I found your channel by fluke. Keep the lessons and music coming.

[@fritsvanzanten3573]

Could you do a video comparing Clapton style with Peter Green style. What are the differences. I have a John Mayall compliation album featuring both, and they're so different. Maybe together with Ariel, one of you being Clapton, one of you being Green. "Well, Clapton does this, starts at..., where Green would do... (unless the Captain can manage to get both of them to come to Guildford, of course).

[@hollywoodactress]

Great 3 tips, and awesome to hear Chris buck mentioned. A fantastic guitarist. Don't forget he is playing live in London Hoxton Square this Friday 21 Sept, about £10 a ticket. Anyone local to London should go and check it out!

[@xRepoUKx]

"Jump straight to the point" - I'm not sure you could ever do this Pete :D

[@lordtrimly]

Very good advice thanks.

[@ColoradoDreamin]

So.. I came to this video because I was so amazed by the solo you played while doing a shoot out for Andertons (16:02- The Ultimate Modelling Amp Shootout) and I am not sure if I should laugh, or cry, because it was a darn shoot out video, and yet it was 20 seconds of musical brilliance. It's like finding poetry in a bubble gum commercial... lol Anyways, you sound amazing, and I'm hoping to learn from you by watching more of your jazzy sounds!