Gary Moore Lesson with Andy Aledort - How to Play Like a Rock Legend!

Andy Aledort goes IN DEEP with the guitar playing of virtuoso legend, Gary Moore. In this exclusive lesson, Andy Aledort teaches you how to sound and play like Gary Moore!

[@blakewhittington4336]

Andy is a great teacher. I never go away without something from his lessons

[@hoosierdaddy2308]

Love Andy's lessons. RIP Gary. He was a maestro for sure!

[@azguitar]

I'm glad you did a tribute to Gary Moore with this lesson. But honestly, Gary is probably one of THE most difficult players to cop, only because his talent was so immense. Jeff Beck and Eric Johnson level. HIs playing is not easily analyzed because it's not just note "A" to note "B", it's the sheer CONVICTION that Gary put into each note. I saw Gary Moore live in 1987 in Tucson, Arizona, and I was stunned by the sheer ferocity of his playing. A few months later, I was off to GIT in Los Angeles to study with Paul Gilbert, Norman Brown, Steve Travato, Carl Verheyen and many other fantastic guitarists. I've hung out with some greats, but nobody had the sheer power of Gary Moore. Trust me on this. Also, Gary's voice was fantastic! The best way to incorporate Gary's style into your own, is to LISTEN to his recordings and study his live performances. I've been inspired by Gary for 30 years...I hope you get inspired too!

[@trufisp1]

+azguitar Gary was inspirationally emotive,expressive guitarist...comparing him to Eric Johnson is silly, and leads me to believe GIT does not offer comparative analysis,or you skipped those offerings ....i'm not even going to bring up the overrated, repetitive Beck....

[@azguitar]

+trufisp1 Actually, Jeff Beck was a huge influence on Gary Moore, as well as Hendrix, Peter Green and Clapton. To call Jeff Beck "overrated", is somewhat amusing, yet saddening to realize that you actually feel this way. Maybe take another listen/look to Beck? By the way, "The Loner was written by an ex Jeff Beck bandmate, and "Shapes of Things to Come" was a Yardbirds/Beck tune that Gary Moore covered so well. Gary's solo on "Shapes", is one of the finest rock guitar solos. Period.

[@trufisp1]

I'm aware of Mr. Moore's influences, again your attempt to equate his ''skill level'' with Eric's is simply wishful thinking.Gary ( who i love ) could not play a single song from the Johnson catalog , and it would laughable and amusing to think about Beck or Clapton's attempt . ''Period''.

[@azguitar]

They had different skill sets. I'm a huge Eric Johnson fan, and I've hung out with him several times. Great guy too. I commented more on the talent level of these players. I believe they ALL have immense talent, neither one is more or less talented than the other. They are ALL unique artists. And all of them are challenging to emulate for different reasons. Gary's talent level was right up there with the world's finest guitarists.

[@wayneblanchard97]

+azguitar - Just a minor correction; the Yardbirds' tune was 'Shapes of Things', not 'Shapes of Things To Come'. There is a Jeff Beck guitar tab book available, that contains - erroneously - the music for 'Shapes of Things To Come', which is a totally different song and had nothing to do with the Yardbirds. How such an error could happen is incredulous, but shows the editors didn't know their stuff. Or the author didn't proof the final draft. Jeff had no personal involvement with the book.

[@Mark_Thompson_Author]

Although my favourite guitar player is Mick Taylor, I was lucky enough to sit about 10 feet from Gary while he entertained his wife and a bunch of his friends for his birthday at my friend's jazz club - 606 Club in Chelsea, London (I think it was 2001 or 2002) - he was, simply put, the most amazing guitar player I've ever seen (along with Jeff Beck) - he simply played blistering solos and intricate picking and chord work and NEVER hit a single duff note during the entire set.... amazing to watch - and an honour to be one of about 150 people in such an intimate setting. R.I.P. Gary - And thanks so much Andy Aledort, you brought back such fabulous memories....

[@WinstonsBogey]

You are a great player and a great teacher Andy. You nailed Gary Moore's tone and style.

[@Corey_G]

Victims of the Future - one of my favorite rock albums.

[@MoneyBooBoo]

I absolutely love this lesson. Thanks Andy. I've been practicing this on and off for over a year now and can trail blaze this up and down the neck.

[@rgbrin]

Thank you Andy...I have always loved Gary's playing and style..

[@geoc3956]

Great stuff Andy, thanks. I'm a huge fan of Gary's and his playing. It is very cool to see someone understand and break it down.

[@terinafanai2262]

RIP Gary Great lesson from a great teacher.

[@uttz9]

Thank You Andy and Guitar World. Great look at Gary's style. I feel in love with his playing when a friend lent me the live album. In other words i played it all day and everyday for many a moons. So sad to have lost him.

[@precisionbrown6829]

Me too. I got it from a friend a DVR actually borrowed the midnight blues band live from 1990 and it's still my morning Wakeup and practice tape.

[@manuelernestovalenzuela9169]

Fantastic teach leads in most simple to advanced guitarist Thanks.a Lot.

[@AndyAledort777]

Thx Manuel very glad you dig it! Gary was phenomenal & a very inspiring player...

[@seanandben]

Greetings from The Republic of Ireland. Gary first started playing with "the Irish" Skid Row at 16. They were managed by Clifford Davis, who also managed Peter Greene's Fleetwood Mac. Peter Green was in very bad mental shape when Gary was pestering him to sell his Les Paul. Peter eventually sold it to Gary for £400, but later tried to buy it back on numerous occasions. Gary refused. Great lesson, and I always enjoy your lessons and information - kudos to you.

[@higodebuddha9230]

The first Record i ever bought in my Youth, actually it was a Cassette, was Wild Frontier. That one is still my favorite Album from Gary Moore (R.I.P.)

[@dan9521]

The messiah will come AGAIN, but you will probably be decieved and think the one who will call himself messiah IS the one im talkin about.

[@MichelCernev]

Thank you Guitar World to share this brilliant video. It's awesome and that particular Guitar player, Andy Aledort he is sharp as razer, brilliant musician guitar player and a good teacher I wish I knew him personally. Thank you Andy, you made. My regards from Australia : Mich.

[@pieroog]

Gary Moore...... simply the best

[@IamBetaCloud]

Bravo Andy, Gary was the best!

[@67er_matze97]

wonderful lesson on one of the greatest musicians ever !!

[@cryptocruiser4179]

Thank You Andy! Still got the blues one of my favorites as well as number one Parisienne Walkways !!!

[@alanscott7798]

Great transcriptions and lessons Andy, and a fab guitarist in your right.

[@kennycaligula3081]

Man. You have the tone nailed. Between your technique and the gear it’s 💯

[@constantinemathews9683]

Great intermediate to advanced guitar lesson! I loved the way that the lesson is taught with respectfully not infringing on copyrights. Very well done!

[@trevorenglish9355]

Good tips here for Gary's technique. I will certainly be looking at them closely. Saves hours listening over and over, clicking back and forth, trying to catch his riff. Andy has done all the hard work and we have to be grateful for that. Thanks. My pinkie is pretty useless after an accident, so I have been drawn to Gary Moores technique as its common knowledge that he did not use his. (I just edited "does not use his" to "did not use his". Still cant believe he is dead) . Thanks again to Mr Aldedort

[@JohnSKihm]

Beautiful guitar, and cool lesson! I loved the intro background/history of Gary Moore. Learned a lot from this one

[@grayotis]

Very good lesson, man. Your ability to transpose and break it down into digestible bits is a testament of your own immense technique and understanding. And whoa! Gary Moore played in a way that we all wanted to play. I like that he approached the blues rock genre with the same aggressiveness as he did with metal. Thanks again. I feel the need to practice now.

[@jillybabesno1]

Iv only just recently seen some of Gary 's playing and ur right it is a tragedy am just glad that he is on here for eternity so everyone can still enjoy his playing and his ora. Loved this lesson I'm new to u too so good day! I thought ur voice was like the radio part in reservoir dogs cool man and uv got a great music mind and can explain it clearly thanx Al keep watching. I'd think Gary would be very touched by ur show of respect.

[@johnny6148]

great playing. thank you. been learning the song. love the chord changes.

[@AvalarProductionsInc]

Thank you very much for this great lesson!

[@blackdog19-64]

Thanks Andy! This is great! I'm just here to learn something. There is a lot to get from all this. A very abundant amount to enjoy learning here. Thanks again, I always love to watch you teach, So very informative.

[@RSCL_BEATZ]

This is the stuff I have been waiting for!

[@cmcculloch1]

really genuine tribute - good work Andy

[@voronOsphere]

Thanks, Andy! Your lessons are great!!!

[@PeterKertesz2013]

the education at the beginning is very much appreciated,just like the awesome lesson.Thanks!

[@precisionbrown6829]

Thanks awesome configuration !

[@stevecullison894]

Outstanding Andy Aledort, and thanks for taking the time to show this lesson. I've played this song for years and although technically was mighty close It took the long way around the barn to get there. Thanks for the heads up and much appreciated!

[@priceamp]

Nice. Thanks Andy. You really know your stuff.

[@theshyguitarist]

Nice tone.

[@MichaelReeseGuitar]

This is Great Andy! Thank You and looking forward to meeting you at the SRV Tribute in August!

[@MrNumber1gator]

Awesome wonderful as always!!!!!!!

[@johnmac9002]

Very well done Andy!!!

[@paulterry1921]

Always enjoyed your transcriptions, wonderful insight to a wonder player... Been a massive influence on me! .thanks!

[@ronaldshumaker5217]

love your playing !

[@owenchapman971]

My favourite Gary moore period is the 80s. Those albums are in my opinion his most intense and most exciting.

[@reginaldoguitar]

Great Master!

[@guitarworld]

In honor of the anniversary of Gary Moore's death, check out this in-depth lesson on "How to Play Like Gary Moore" with Andy Aledort!

[@xrhstos7003]

I can't believe it. My birthday is on 9th February.

[@AmDsus2Fmaj7Am]

Guitar World Can you guys get Andy to do a whole DVD on Gary Moore? :D

[@guitarplayer8918]

+xrhstos7003 9th February? lol that sounds weird.

[@vicpnut1]

Guitar Player yeah what about the 6,7, 8th February's ? Lol like 8 February's went by and the 9th one is it lol 😂

[@philfrank9226]

Is this really in depth?

[@flexman22]

Thanks!

[@mikeobrien2489]

Andy is a Master Virtuoso who made one of the best Jimi Hendrix instruction cd series that is a masterpiece in theory and technique.

[@tubeamp2872]

That was incredible I had to stop 20 times to get on my les paul I always wondered how he got that tone to bend and now you show me fret the note with little finger. Omg that's a good technique

[@precisionbrown6829]

Great stuff thanks!

[@alwilliams1997]

Great tribute

[@ronaldshumaker5217]

Good to see you Andy,hope your doing well 👍

[@Centovalli2009]

great lesson thanks a lot matthias

[@WimBlock]

Thank you!

[@rpmblues7018]

Hey Andy great stuff.

[@RSCL_BEATZ]

Yer awesome Andy!

[@jimmygrant3151]

This is great, thanks for the insight. I do wish you would have covered the other half of playing like a rock legend, and that is how to achieve the great tone...pickups, pots, caps, amp head settings, effects chain...etc...

[@marino4691]

i watched this video and him playing - some magic happened - need to learn a lot more^^

[@racerx8335]

Gotta love andy. he s the best

[@ela122860]

Impressive !

[@SkvvintZ]

this video is great! 👍

[@eaglewindrider7700]

Man o Man wish I had all this info available in my younger days... Anyway enjoy your vids.. No BS straight to the point with a appreciated History lesson. I read Gary's Autobiography what a story his rough life is what brought the Blues out in him. I have never heard anyone better on a Les Paul than Gary. I subd this channel.. hope it is still valid.

[@peterringwald9334]

Excellent:-))

[@patricklefebvreguitar5744]

Great video

[@markmarsh27]

AT LAST! ... a teacher for players who can play. ... Most tutorials on KZbin move at kindergarten speed and make you wanna stab yourself in the eye. ... YOU'RE THE MAN ANDY. ..... subscribed!

[@southernmonkey64]

Lucky enough to see him with Thin Lizzy in The Warehouse,in New Orleans 1979, july 17 hot hot hot....the show and the temp! SMOKIN

[@moekancha]

bb lang do you have a selfi for proof .

[@Elienguitar]

Andy has the hairstyle of wearing sunglasses on his head without actually wearing them.

[@tubeamp2872]

BTW ANDY damn that was good

[@KidGalore]

Andy, could you share your amp and effect settings? Love the sound you're getting

[@Triumphinchrist1]

Awesome playing & tone.What amp & effects are you using to sound so close to the real deal?

[@dannymcmince]

Sadly missed, music lives on!!

[@PieIX]

Thanks very much Andy. I do own your Kings of the Blues instructional cd's and thanks very much for this. I imagine you are using a pedal to get your OD sound ? Which one, if I may ask.?

[@1straycat99]

I SEEN YA BEFORE AWESOME ON THIS VIDEO.. PART WAY INTO IT ,,AND YEA HOW GARY DID THAT 1ST AND 2ND FINGER PEN-TONIC . I JUST DO IT OLD WAY ...BUT HE HAD THE BEST MELODYS MAN ...AND THE 1/4 STEP BENDS VIBRATO SUPER ..HE HANDLED THAT THING LIKE A TOY

[@danaeverhart6487]

Love that GIBSON MADE IN THE U.S.A. TRUE TONE LES PAUL!

[@dongkysp8870]

Very nice.. thank you. What string gauge do you use?

[@rolandramirez4557]

That bridge pickup is ridiculously buttery

[@MJMImages]

What pedals, amps and settings are you using?

[@slowlearner4721]

Chronology is a bit amiss.....Gary's first band was the power-trio Skid Row (no nothing to do with the american band of the same name that came later) who he played with long before Jon Hiseman's Coliseum II........just for the record.

[@darioprieto142]

Great tone!!! What are you using???

[@rafapak]

nice sound on video, what amp did you use ?

[@thorstensteinmann75]

I know I'm way to late, but can one still get the sheets for this?

[@darkotodorovic2720]

Whose pedal you use for this good sound , please

[@TheGazz74]

What effects are you using

[@flowtennispro]

You are a fantastic guitar teacher, i ve learned alot. thanks Andy. i hope you got paid for your videos somehow

[@johnnybaynes4861]

What pedals are you using?

[@fretboarder4752]

sounds cool. is that a Gibson r8

[@astablishment2697]

what were you playing through?

[@gw2031]

For me ? What made Gary so special ? Sure there are many great players / technicians and you can learn and incorporate their techniques buy what you can't copy is the source where it comes from ,,their personality,,,obviously i don't know what happened in Gary,s life that made him pour so much soul into his guitar but the music we love is the kind that forms emotional attachments with us and with songs like Parissiene walkways,Still got the blues,The prophet etc,,,he touched us with beautiful melodies,add in his blistering technique to the mix and it created the guitar legend Gary Moore,,it,s no secret that present day guys at the top end of well known players list are playing Gary Moore songs in their sets,,,Gilbert,Via Nuno etc.

[@riffdigger2133]

Did this come with a Guitar World mag tab as the screen will flash a title, 5A etc. Fingering is too fast to see, but the KZbin viewer menu can slow down to 0.25, 0.50 etc.

[@m0j0lukac]

Go to the website and do a search and u should be able to find the article.

[@guitarrock58]

I've been trying to play like Gary for 4 years now and if any one wants some more tips on playing like Gary Moore, here is my advice: 1.Get a good tone from a good guitar, I use a jackson and it's not the best for blues. 2.Work A LOT on your bends and vibrato, it's a fine art, not just a random vibration of the string. 3. Make the notes cry, give them the longest sustain before the next note and so on. This has helped me a lot and I would say I am at 70 % of playing like him. But no one will ever reach his level of course , cause he's a legend !

[@andymccallum8090]

So your telling me your 70% as good as one of the greatest guitar players of all time?

[@rockdinosaur666]

It's been asked in previous posts, without a response I think, but does anyone know what amp and settings he was using for that tone?

[@francescborrull9342]

+Rock Dinosaur Marshall for sure!

[@ASquared007]

RIP Gary Moore We all 'still got the blues' because you are no longer with us...

[@beeps123]

The Blues Forever!!

[@christianmadsen3810]

Hi Andy! my name is Christian. What do you use here on pedals and amplifier. And how thick are your strings and what name does they have . Thanks

[@AndyAledort777]

Hey Christian-this was shot quite a while ago so I’m not sure, but I believe it’s no pedals straight into a new Marshall, maybe a JVM or a DSL 2000...4x12 cab...

[@metalvocalistwanted]

This was either recorded years ago or things are getting fuzzy for ole Andy haha ;p

[@AshStrat1]

Gary Moore was a lot more than a few pentatonic licks pbst , his early skid row stuff was outstanding for the day , even now players have trouble with it , not to be confused with the metal band skid row , that is a different band ,its one thing to play a few licks of this style here , it is another to play them clean and lightning fast as Moore did

[@blakewhittington4336]

AshStrat1 This is a lesson on SOME of his Techniques of playing.

[@jayrusnak]

Yeah, and not really the important ones. The true Gary Moore was from 1978-1989. Blues for him was like taking candy from a baby.

[@stevecullison894]

Andy Aledort did a great job here and of course this isn't a 30 year lesson. all the bases haven't been covered with Technics and style because you can't find those licks in the cheap seats anyway.

[@mugginsdot]

We Want MOORE!!!!!!

[@jimcastillo8950]

Hello, what pedals are you using???

[@AndyAledort777]

Straight into either a JVM or DSL2000 Marshall w 4x12 cab...

[@SantomPh]

Gary said of the Les Paul Greeny got him ; he apparently paid £100 for it, rather than getting it as a gift

[@wayneblanchard97]

+SantomPh - I recall reading - possibly in a Moore interview - that he paid £30 for it. That said, I'm not sure if he 'bought' the guitar from Green, or if Green gave it to him and Moore insisted on giving him something for it. Given his lowly professional status at the time it is very possible that the £30 (or £100) was all he had at the time.

[@MikeJackal]

+Wayne Blanchard Peter told Gary to give him what he paid for it which was around 100 quid.

[@seanandben]

Gary bought it for £400, after pestering Peter Green to sell it for quite a while. Peter Green was in a very bad mental state when he sold it, and he tried to buy it back numerous times. Gary refused to sell it back. Gary was in Skid Row who were signed to CBS at the time, and they were managed by Clifford Davis, who was also managing Peter Green's Fleetwood Mac at the time.

[@adrianhumphery3644]

I have seen an interview with Gary where he explains Peter wanted him to have the guitar but Gary felt he couldn’t afford it so Peter said to him just sell your main guitar and give me whatever you get for it......he never said how much that was in the interview but certainly gives the impression it wasn’t much!

[@aunez]

@@adrianhumphery3644 he gave £125(after seiling his SG),and peter NEVER asked for it back... Check KZbin 4 gary moore interview, you'll find it quickly. Green saw the Beast potential in Moore,and did the right thing

[@LeytonMckinney]

in the intro what is that song

[@Born2RiffRock]

That was the 5th position ? I was thinking the 1st ?

[@wayneshelby735]

A giant among men... the great Gary moore