6 GUITAR SOLO TIPS YOU MUST KNOW!!

[@GuitarPilgrim]

The backingtrack I created for this video is available here: tinyurl.com/5566z756

[@yussxf3946]

short nail++

[@ignacioluque1968]

Excelente!!

[@CeleritasSquared]

8:14 Cat walking by outside the window 8:45 Same cat does it again I think you should interview this cat and see what he knows.

[@LearnerChess]

*Exclusive Videos, Tabs & Chord Sheets* Maybe my idealism _and_ socialistic tendencies are showing -- or, possibly, it's simply me being only one step away from being a homeless person -- but isn't one use of patrons so that they (the well-to-do folk) help cover the cost for everyone?

[@mattgray6587]

Great lesson!

[@mr_bluesrocker4230]

BB was so good in phrasing and silence because he used all pauses to smile to all these girls in public ;)

[@Dougie.Douglas.]

What BB King song was used in this video

[@TKanal3]

I feel Paul David vibes here

[@christianmayfield1101]

Haha same

[@verandi3882]

Ya , weird european accent lol

[@LucasLucasMusic]

But he is way better.

[@lynksdisease8795]

100% haha "Listen to great -Players- KZbinrs & take their tricks & turn them into your own"

[@m3kili3]

Beat me to it! LOL

[@Corn3liu]

Absolutely clear, concise and well explained, with pertinent examples. Not too long, not show-off, actually quality content and explanations, right on point. THANK YOU!

[@tomerwin1472]

Whenever he says “don’t do this type of solo” *I WISH I WAS GOOD ENOUGH TO DO THE BAD SOLOS*

[@metalfaceoff945]

LMAOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

[@richardervins]

Not one of today‘s guitar heroes didn‘t start off with playing „bad solos“ at first. There will be a turning point soon enough. Depends on how much you want it. 😁

[@jasilhemd6813]

😊👍👍👍

[@CeleritasSquared]

"You want to build up towards a climax, rather than to start with one." That's what she said.

[@annepepper8805]

had the exact same thought haha, not with a specific gender in mind but definitely with sex haha

[@HeadbangersLocal]

Story of my life... :(

[@YOGAMUDRAVIDEOS]

Excellent video. Thank you.

[@adaptiveagile]

@@HeadbangersLocal Story of my wife.

[@wingsfan99994u]

Said Michael to everyone....

[@Fedor8888888888888]

I'll be honest, at first I thought this would be just another guitar video with vague or unoriginal tips, but I was really impressed! While it's not necessarily anything groundbreaking in terms of soloing, this vid does a great job of breaking down the tips and providing really good concrete examples. Within seconds I had picked up my own guitar and was playing along.

[@chevyethridgechula2298]

Ya

[@chevyethridgechula2298]

Me too

[@atilimbo]

Totally agree!

[@impulsez6774]

𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗱

[@danielvalles9554]

Same, honestly.

[@SimpleManGuitars1973]

Great Players who use these principles 1. Start Simple: B.B. King 2. Phrasing: Billy Gibbons and David Gilmour 3. Dynamics: Buddy Guy and SRV 4. Vibrato: Gary Moore and Angus Young 5. Repetition: Mark Knopfler 6. Mix It Up: Wes Montgomery and Django Reinhardt

[@acoffeewithsatan]

Another notable master of repetition (in a good way) is Tony Iommi, most of his songs go around those iconic riffs, building up throughout the song.

[@Grants_jams]

Best at all of these? Derek trucks

[@nigelhoffmann]

That's crazy, I was thinking Mark knopfler when he was playing the repetition part.

[@finlaybalfour1064]

Good list: to get that classic Knopfler repetition, have a listen to the "Telegraph Road" solo

[@jamesfalconi8533]

Santana is the king of repetition, I bet 90% of players could sing you his trade mark repeated licks in Oye Como Va or Black Magic Woman!

[@duncan.5228]

A natural teacher. You get the message across superbly, and you can play. Thank you.

[@mikaellovkvist6292]

I wholeheartedly agree with that statement. And he has such passion and enthusiasm for teaching. It’s really beautiful and inspiring. And yet, at the same time, he’s such a great guitarist that part of me feels like ‘dang, I wish that he would tour and record records, also.’ (And maybe he does). He’s a great teacher, and a great player. Truer than true.

[@amdenis]

Honestly, one of the first ‘tips’ video that had very useful tips that were all very well explained.

[@RandomChessTalk]

You are one of the best guitar teachers on KZbin. That is because you can understand, notice, differ, isolate, play and teach every little detail. True perfectionist you are sir, what a great opportunity to have you on KZbin. And over that, you have specific pleasant energy as a person

[@delvoniaquasbex5902]

'Specific pleasant energy'. THAT'S what my guitar playing's been lacking! No wonder the other guys in the band get all the girls.

[@Ron-rl4dq]

A Master Jedi, I would say!

[@bernddorst6300]

A solo that's gonna touch you is a solo which sounds like human conversation. Do this in the frequencies of the human voice and phrase it like talking. Speed doesn't help, Just try to tell a story by playing your guitar.

[@slowhand5922]

Couldn't have say it better!!!

[@annyebei]

Noted! 🙏

[@THECOSMONAUT100]

Bernd Dorst B.B. King once said something like this

[@Misstiaa]

Bernd Dorst well said 👏🏽👏🏽

[@mindtricky]

Eddie Van Halen has a weird human conversations then...

[@sonarsinger]

I've been playing guitar for 35 years and you are an excellent teacher! The difference between a good and a great guitarist are many subtle nuances. These are great tips for aspiring guitarists. Subscribed

[@Beat-zk4fq]

I am a drummer who also likes guitars. The breathing method is important for playing the guitar. It is the same as a drum.I support you from Japan.

[@castleanthrax1833]

Q. Waddya call a guy who hangs round musicians? A. A drummer. Sorry. Couldn't resist. ✌️🇦🇺

[@jonham8469]

Man, these Dutch guys sure do master English well.

[@joemunkey30]

@Pete is never wrong The Scottish!

[@jorgek92]

@Pete is never wrong Ah hae a scottish mucker Ah used tae travel wi'. burds loo'd his accent. it was sickenin'

[@xaj1543]

Jon Ham Yes, they speak better English than the average American😂

[@bluestarinn]

@Pete is never wrong Lol what about us Aussies?

[@bluestarinn]

@Pete is never wrong F''''''k me dead your right!

[@adriangonz8910]

I watch this video once a month to refresh these concepts. This is community service man, thanks a million

[@withheldattorney5493]

The way you speak is very soft and calm , you made me watching the whole video only by your narration ! Great video by the content too

[@djohn029]

Excellent stuff, thanks Pilgrim, one of my fav Clapton albums...great delivery.....on vocal and guitar!

[@sterilesteve5565]

He talks like he is telling you to play

[@withheldattorney5493]

BootzTV indeed

[@joshuadavis3684]

Lol I watched at 75% speed first time to finish and I agree.. LOL

[@jonathantony7242]

Kinda sounds like Robin Williams giving a lesson.

[@williamseling7957]

I'm a good rhythm player, chord player, not great at solos. These 6 super simple tips changed the way I practice 100%! So simple but so effective! Thank u so much! Bbking was great example to really understand.

[@alexander_winston]

Really really solid lesson. Thank you!

[@GuitarPilgrim]

Thank you Alexander, much appreciated so glad you enjoyed!

[@hkguitar1984]

Must agree, so helpful showing "Bad" examples with good.

[@infinitemusic528]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKfcpah3ir9pqLc

[@folchandre]

I were just thinking of what word should I use to describe this lesson and you nailed it, thanks

[@DaHoFaSho]

Dude, this was so insightful. I’ve been struggling trying to make the guitar sing the way I think it should. So it’s just nice to hear it explained, very well in fact, from a different perspective. Thank you!

[@dccrank3557]

I just found this guy. 3 vids in a row. Wow.. A great player, and great tips! Thanks man!

[@chakijzftw]

same, he's very charismatic and lays everything out in an easy and understandable way. subbed instantly

[@stefanbrowne]

Your editing and delivery of the lessons was outstanding. Will definitely be looking you up for more. Thanks

[@N0sV0sEl3s]

First time I've ever seen anyone play BB King stuff and actually sound like him

[@Magnetron33]

That's what I thought from the 1st note

[@reineh3477]

Real good if you think of that he has single coils while B.B had humbuckers.

[@lafeeshmeister]

Amen. That sounded more like BB than almost anyone else who tries to play like him.

[@aeondream]

listen to Chris Cain

[@lafeeshmeister]

@@aeondream Great advice. Chris Cain is a superb blues player. But I think that Cain's version of BB King is slightly more "Cain" than it is "BB." In contrast, this video's BB impression is both less original (the player puts less of himself into it) and more accurate as a replica of BB's tone, rhythm, dynamics, and style.

[@atomicfriendo]

The best parts of all my guitar solos are the notes I don't play

[@jakobhovman]

Yep..."More between the lines"...!

[@unclefrankindia]

Ha

[@jeffsfunbox1]

Highly recommend , one of the few who actually know what he is talking about and can back it up! BRAVO

[@mmfkzt658]

This is the best guitar guy I've seen. Informative, gives great examples, and has great tips. We are always learning. After 25 years I'm always amazed at how much you can still learn. Thanks Guitar Pilgrim! You rock.

[@abashedstorm]

This. Is. So. Gooood. Lesson-wise Video-editing wise Brief Solid

[@LongStraightLines]

What a beautiful guitar tone!

[@michaelharacopos6550]

damn this is the best guitar advice i've ever heard

[@AlexisMigueles]

I Agree

[@ChessCat1500]

You know what's a better advice..?? Quit playing

[@GuitarPilgrim]

Deus ex best game ever.

[@champnessjack1154]

Great lesson, thank you! For those like me who'd like to break open these riffs to see how they tick, here are their times: (KZbin playback speed control is our friend): 0:55 - 1:08 B.B. King 1:36 - 1:48 Stevie Ray Vaughan 2:45 - 2:59 B.B. King again, but slower 3:42 - 3: 50 Guitar Pilgrim's example of 'don't play non-stop', but full of good stuff 4:00 - 4:11 More B.B.King 4:46 - 4:53 5:25 - 5:30 5:35 - 5:45 Dynamics Counterexample 10:05 - 10:13 You Can Repeat 11:03 - 11:17 Doubling Up 11:23 - 11:36 An Eric Clapton Trick

[@J1_joefler]

Champness Jack what BB King is that solo from ? Would like to learn it

[@ryanboshell6124]

Joseph Oyedepo not sure but listen to ‘need your love so bad’ by Peter Green.

[@PRS2009]

Dude.. I somewhat consider myself a halfway decent solo guitarist, but this what the absolute best way I've seen someone describe how to put some soul into a guitar solo. Bravo man, you got a new fan for sure.

[@Coach_Brian]

"...The face.. you HAVE to make that face. " Truest thing ever said on the internet.

[@FedeVicente88]

I love the concept of "telling a story" by using solos and licks. Great lesson.

[@maciejzotowski480]

You made me write my first solo, that I'm proud with. Thank you!

[@nicholashope8307]

I do not know your real name "Guitar Pilgrim" but from my lips to God's ears, your one hell of a player and a teacher and He should add more unto your skill. I just gave you a standing ovation in my room

[@maratduisebayev]

Nicholas Hope day

[@nicholashope8307]

@@maratduisebayev What? I didn't get that

[@javierloya4086]

Thanks a lot for the guitar lesson, there’s so much knowledge to learn to play the guitar appropriately. I’ve been playing guitar for 40 years and i never thought about these techniques.

[@edmundverwey617]

I am 69, not being playing very long, lead that is, and in this 12 minutes and 36 seconds I have learned more than in the ENTIRE time I have been playing or trying to play lead guitar. Thank you very much. This IS very educational and very, very interesting. Big fan of BB King.

[@DavidAndersoniiVI]

"Impossible not to make faces", that cheered me up on an otherwise depressing day! Thanks, you seem like a really cool cat!

[@andrewwilliams1986]

Best breakdown of soloing I've ever seen. Nice. Brought together all the stuff I've learnt into one neat package. Cheers for the share brother.

[@SomeoneSmarter]

I have learned more in this video than I have in the last 15 years of "jamming" away to blues backing tracks. Thank you Sir.

[@gabrielperrymusic]

Great video. I really enjoy your teaching style. Not only are you a great teacher, you're a great player. These two qualities aren't often found in the same person/guitarist.

[@kickinbackinOC]

This is for me the best guitar instruction on YT. There are many great teachers, but Guitar Pilgrim speaks to my level, is very inspiring and easy to understand. Some people are great players, and some are great teachers To be both is rare! Guitar Pilgrim is that rare person who embodies both traits.

[@JensLarsen]

Solid video lesson Thom! 👍😎

[@GuitarPilgrim]

Thank you Jens, much appreciated! very glad you enjoyed!

[@Kanad_Ray]

Hii I am from India and just subscribed your channel. Well, I have been playing guitar for several years now. I am self-taught, so progress is slow naturally. This is one of the best soloing tips I have ever heard, not too much technical mumbo-jumbo short and solid. These are some of the conceptions I was lacking and I sounded very muddy. Thanks a lot brother. Looking forward for much more helpful stuff like this from you. Stay safe and healthy.

[@GuitarPilgrim]

Thank you for you kind comment Kanad. I'm very glad to help, that's why I made the video! I hope, one day to visit your beautiful country! Lot's of love from Ireland!

[@mixed34]

I read many positive comments on this video before I watched it. I agree. Complete and enjoyable presentation and content! Thanks for the vid!

[@scottybee33]

Been playing for years, and I just made this a "fav" b/c it's ALWAYS worth repeating these foundational building blocks. Thanks !

[@indyvin]

Very entertaining and informative. I learned more from this than the last 10 lessons I watched. Subscribed. Thanks.

[@forestoffools7871]

Very useful advice. I like this guy's approach. No hipster beard, fancy threads or overly contrived jokes

[@megadave1197]

You mean like Paul David’s 😂

[@doughall1138]

Great explanation on subjects that get overlooked a lot. Keep up the good work

[@kleinzak8437]

Love it, love it, love it. Teaches the principles whilst leaving me with the freedom to experiment and discover the rest myself. THANK YOU!!🙏🙏

[@farko63]

For me on e of the best teacher of Guitar on there !!!!!!!! Perfect language ,great culture, quality video, and he explain the FEEL ...all this with passion. SO Great !

[@timg7942]

Glad to see blues is still appreciated these days

[@tonypurcell1049]

Wise words indeed.....where have you been all my guitar playing life Lol Extremely useful, to the point and actually helpful to all guitar students, a great vid.

[@GuitarPilgrim]

Thanks Tony, I'm glad you liked the video! Best to you!

[@Martyballin]

Damn, those first few phrasing licks sounded so good! I may have no choice but to subscribe

[@abcguitar4836]

Great techniques that no one can learn overnight. But you told in nutshell to follow otherwise difficult to acquire without long term practice. Thanks a Lot...!

[@nikkosoriano]

Wow! I’ve learned a lot by watching your video. You explained these tips very well and you literally show us how and why. Thank you very much!

[@TheSenoarend]

Here from the Netherlands I give you....10 pointes.

[@MikeGervasi]

The way you shifted from BB to SRV was great.

[@fernandomiranda8125]

very nice video. Very didactic. Thanks for sharing such great material for free.

[@mikec3454]

Been playing guitar for over 20 years and found this video had many useful reminders for even a more season guitar to remember.

[@laylaalm4340]

wow this was incredible, every tip was great, and the examples really helped solidify it all ! Thank you!!

[@RooTHackera]

You are a good teacher. Thank you.

[@hgostos]

8:05 says "don't do this" then, he sounds great. Even when he tries to sound bad, he can't!

[@ah5308]

It comes with years of playing and some people just have that "soul" in their finger tips, it doesnt matter if they only hit a single note with no nuance, the note comes out inspired.

[@briank8809]

8:53 "remember, the goal is to mix things up. you want to be unpredictable". "number 5, repetition."

[@davehygaard2]

I’m not even a guitar player and I am inspired by you. You are a master in this field, celebrate someone who is on there divine path what a great mind you have thank you again🙏

[@estoicx3241]

You are such a good teacher. I already learn bunch of stuffs and skill but still I'm going back back to basics. Those essential teniques helps alot and make more good guitar player. Nice PPaps!

[@pamelapopo8627]

This guy is GREAT ! 👍 He's got humour and mostly shows how to build an interesting, expressive solo 😮 instead of playing as fast and loud as possible - for example : 240 bpm : 🎼 |♬ ♬ ♬ ♬| 😕 Music is emotion, not a competition ! 👊 Congratulations and thanks for this video ! 🙌 See you soon 😊

[@RockingDyde]

This tutorial was one of the better ones I've seen in a long time. Even tho I've known and used all these tips for ten years, I found this video cool and interesting B)

[@fusese_jnr]

I feel like am good to go. Very helpful. I love this men.

[@jradamo]

Excellent teaching and playing. The sense of humor and humility you show are a nice touch too! Thank you.

[@JonosTrainVideos]

U r GREAT!!! You really Communicate a message both with your words and your playing GREAT TEACHER!!!!

[@jakeschleifer1303]

Anyone else actually really like the solo at 1:12! Sounds like jimmy page lol

[@jaedenlayne7377]

jake schleifer exactly what I was thinking. Sounds raw.

[@iblockpuncheswithmyface1490]

SRV.

[@TheAlexdecb]

I actually like it, but it's true that it wouldn't feat the content like that. it doesn't sound right at all to start the solo that way, (just my opinion), but it's pretty cool anyways

[@gautierreynes9237]

@@iblockpuncheswithmyface1490 Yeah I hear SRV

[@apolloptx]

Sometimes Jimmy would just rip a 10 second shred at the beginning of the solo to let off some steam.

[@guitarifuldexter6366]

Who else thinks that he has the best tone ever?

[@friarbishme]

Top tips thank you, the importance of the little things added should not be underestimated. It is what separates good music from great music

[@kykechibu]

DA bishmyster no doubt on that man

[@friarbishme]

@@kykechibu amazing guitar skills btw :)

[@EclecticEssentric]

Definitely valuable input. I played guitar for 27 years, now I am learning it and all these simple things help.

[@machia0705]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🎸 This lesson seems simple but watch it carefully, it’s packed with powerful information. Thanks from NJ, USA.

[@jsudra]

very useful advice, ill be ever more conscious about these things when playing. Cheers!

[@GuitarPilgrim]

My pleasure Jay, I am glad to help! Greetings from Ireland!

[@robotrobotmainmain1013]

Very emotional explanatory. I really love the way you show BB technique, the silence, because sometimes musicians forget silence is music too. Breath is an essential part of my work; chinesse medicine. Congratulations!. You have harmonies in your soul !. Thanks 🙏

[@GuitarPilgrim]

Thank you Alejandro, what a great comment to receive, much appreciated! Best to you!

[@robotrobotmainmain1013]

Guitar Pilgrim Best regards from Chile!...

[@danc3746]

No one is better at phrasing then David Gilmour. Great video!

[@mikeporter6786]

Entry or expert these are great tips and reminders. Thanks again for your efforts.

[@imannonymous7707]

Guitar pilgrim you are a an amazing teacher and guitarist. With a fantastic ear for great material

[@jwilliamcosby]

Subscribed! Good lesson. Your teaching pace helped me a lot. Thanks, man!

[@GuitarPilgrim]

My pleasure J, I'm glad you enjoyed! Best to you!

[@jessewoodward5056]

Once u really feel what ur playing all of this will become second nature.

[@1974xaviers]

Great tips.....you have done a great job ....👍

[@GuitarPilgrim]

Thank you P J, I am glad to help! Greetings from Ireland!

[@brostoevsky22]

Thanks for the ideas to spice up my solos and lead guitar skills. I've been grinding through scales in different positions and playing them with jamming tracks. Your advice will make my playing more dynamic.

[@mairenared]

Excellent video full of great tips. I totally agree with you about silence. Sometimes the notes you don't play are more important than the ones you do.

[@ViniAndradeMusic]

Can you do a video on how to solo on major and minor scales? I'm used to see a lot of vids teaching how to solo on penta/blues but I don't see videos about the major and minor scales and I am particularly struggling with these. If you could do it it would help a lot!!!

[@GuitarPilgrim]

Hi Vinicius,I will definitely do a video on that in the future, stay tuned!

[@chrysology]

Jokes. Humour is a great way to teach and memorable. Thanks for this.

[@rickster58]

This is really good information for players of all levels

[@johnpeterscharnhorstott8947]

Clean english, clean play, one of the best around KZbin. Thanks, man!

[@joshuapitz4906]

Dude!!!! You are one hell of a guitarist!!!! Your vibrato is INSANE!!! Great videos too!! Im definitely a fan

[@thesumx19]

Must be hard being this guy and not being able to do demonstrate what a bad solo is. All of his solos sounded fairly good no matter how bad he wanted them to sound.

[@5thbassdrum]

I can play SRV licks without making a face. I tighten my butt cheeks though , I can crush a walnut with my ass then lol:) Great video man :)

[@74dartman13]

Lmao!😂

[@overcoercion590]

I have a jar that needs opening....😉

[@ffgggkok]

@@overcoercion590 ohh god

[@heathermullins926]

Rofl

[@reefdiver200ft]

Man, that is just too much information LOL!

[@Rammetallist]

9:39 Ожидал, что он повторит эту фразу. Был готов словить кринж (да, вот так модно говорить в феврале-марте 2020 года). =) Видео очень интересное и информативное. Спасибо большое!

[@bastdan]

Absolutely great improvisation class. Congrats, man!

[@FilipeVidalVideos]

Simply and important tip's ! Tks ! Send my good vibes from Portugal!

[@jeremyburr3718]

"Do this" Sounds great "DON'T do THIS" Also sounds great Me: Wayment...

[@urago69]

Very constructive advice with excellent examples to help all guitarists that may be stuck in some stylistic rut. I'll definitely put all of these tips to use. What's the worst that could happen?

[@GiorgioConedera]

Amazing tips!!! Thanks!!

[@eugenegarcia1777]

This is Gold!! A foundation of a beautiful instrument that we call GUITAR. thanks Mr. Pilgrim