How to Go from Rhythm to Lead Guitar (3 Licks and Strategy)

If you're frustrated that you can't play guitar solos and have chalked it up to you just being a rhythm guitarist, or if you're a beginner getting ready to jump into playing leads, this video lesson is for you!
I'm giving you 3 lessons, but even more, a powerful strategy to use that will help you smoothly transition from a rhythm player to playing guitar solos.
Also, make sure you hang around for the end as I give you awesome tips on how to NOT sound like every other lead guitarist these days!
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[@enlightenedwarrior7119]

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[@sergeantdeath]

As a rhythm guitarist, I wanted (and had) to play lead guitar, but I couldn't think as a lead guitarist. After searching a lot in KZbin for such lessons, I was frustrated because no one was explaining how to transition from rhythm to lead guitar. Thankfully, Jason was there for people like me and saved my ass while making lead guitar wayy easier

[@jasonstallworth]

Dude it’s so awesome and encouraging that this helped you!! 🙏🏻🤘

[@scottbrown9008]

Right on Dude, my thoughts exactly

[@randallbryant9456]

☆Thanks "Jason". I did'nt wanna just play the Rhythm parts, I wanna add some Lead parts that would match the Rhythm parts. I'll keep practicing on that. Thanks for making this Video.🤙🎸🤙

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[@gringojosh361]

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[@jasonstallworth]

Dude, you are welcome!!

[@josh_lv4268]

Man, your lessons really do wonders for my playing. Thank you

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[@stevendoust6658]

I love that rake technique and I really like the idea of thinking about the lead singing and making it’s story. Really cool 🤘

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[@scottbrown9008]

Nice lesson Jason, I got it down, seems like you have been reading my mind, I needed this!

[@jasonstallworth]

Dude, I"m glad this helped!!! And I'll be making lead course later this year to follow up on the rhythm course I just released.

[@robhiles6660]

Jason, I've been playing music for longer than I'll post on here, cause the kiddies will call me an old codger. I found the tips helpful. So, I subscribed and will continue to try new stuff that I know I'll pick up here.

[@jasonstallworth]

😂 thank you for the sub! Also make sure you grab my practice guide that give to my subs here: www.jasonstallworth.com/guitarist/

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[@wo0dy62]

Great points and insight at the end. Getting that unique sound and separating yourself from everyone else good stuff. Keep it coming!!

[@jasonstallworth]

Yeah dude, that's one of the things I struggled with in the past and I see many guitarists chasing someone else's sound. So I really want to help folks discover their own sound and let that flow!

[@stormrider8286]

I agree with you on "do your solos sing" something I try to do is think in a way how would David Gilmour sound doing this and its different

[@jasonstallworth]

Yeah he has such an awesome touch! This is also why I admire Joe Satriani so much. He can do all of the fancy stuff but he refrains to let his notes breathe and sing, and then he'll throw in the fancy stuff now and then so that it has a greater impact!

[@enlightenedwarrior7119]

I'm addicted to your lessons Mr Stallworth. You RULE!!!

[@jasonstallworth]

Dude, thank you!

[@KometDeinFace]

I have a problem playing slow leads, It is harder for me than shreding, not that I am much of a shredder. I needed this information and the helpful guitar lesson, so tyvm Jason.

[@jasonstallworth]

I had that issue in my younger years. And I think a lot of it is the desire to play fast and sometimes we feel our solos are judged by how fast we play. Where that can be impressive, it also gets boring at a certain point (I had close friends tell me this back in the day and it resonated). Where as I still play fast, one of the things I like doing is create a simple melody with my leads. If someone can hum to it, that means it's memorable and that's what you want. Mix that in with the fast stuff and you've got an amazing formula for guitar solos.

[@minerslife2760]

This guy is an amazing help,Ty so much!

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you, brother! Also, if you don't have my free practice guide, grab it here: www.jasonstallworth.com/guitarist/

[@keovongvilaykeo4799]

Thank you 🙏 great lesson 😊

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Love your videos man. Good vibe and content!

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you dude!

[@AmishMutantPower]

Amazing Jason!!!! 💪😉

[@jasonstallworth]

Dude, thank you!! I really hope this helped!!

[@markwillingham5875]

Fantastic lesson , and great advice .Thanks!

[@jasonstallworth]

You're welcome dude!

[@craven1927]

Thank you so much for these videos!

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[@andy51300]

Thanks Jason awesome lesson you have motivated me to keep trying!

[@jasonstallworth]

Great to hear that dude!!

[@nikkicartee879]

Its totally like ypur talking about. Younger i learned to play fast and everything was about how fast i can go. And the older i get its about how i can make the song sound better. And i believe every musician comes to that cross roads at some point. I always tell people you can tell when a musician plays from the heart or just playing notes

[@jasonstallworth]

Those are great points and so many get to that fast level only to struggle with being able to really make their notes meaningful!

[@SketchEtcher]

I love the finger muting tip! I’ll say it again, your clean style is amazing.

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[@x_metal3352]

Great insight and technique

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[@choochoochooseyou]

Great advice Jason

[@jasonstallworth]

Glad this helped!🤘

[@vapinhippie7890]

Thanks for the tips bro

[@jasonstallworth]

You're welcome!!

[@GuitArmy]

Nice guitar lesson. I enjoyed it. Holy biceps!

[@jasonstallworth]

Lol, thank you! Also, if you didn't get my practice guide yet that I give my subs, you can grab that here: www.jasonstallworth.com/guitarist/

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NIce one Jason

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you dude, I hope this helps folks!

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Hell Yeah!! From N.H. bud 🤘

[@jasonstallworth]

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[@scramblesthedeathdealer]

Man, I'm starting to feel like there just may be a chance I can play solos one day! I've been practicing all sorts of stuff lately, and am getting much faster and smoother, I'm gonna watch more of your stuff bro

[@jasonstallworth]

Keep pushing yourself and you will break through. This is another good one for solos: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fmbNYaxsqrqKpK8

[@scramblesthedeathdealer]

@@jasonstallworth Thanks man, I appreciate you taking the time to respond and for the encouragement!

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Great job as always you really inspire me so go have some ice cream.

[@jasonstallworth]

Dude...I'm so ready for some ice cream!!!

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My brother!

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Great Chanel.Just subscribed...any songs tutorials coming?

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Thank you...I do tutorials on my own songs but I don't put covers on here...too risky for copyright strikes

[@sotrueish]

You're a guitar god!

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[@houseovragnar1528]

Someone said to me that 90% of lead is rhythm playing so ever since I've been like "I'm going to flip that on its head for a project" Appreciate this video bro. SKAL.

[@jasonstallworth]

That's absolutely true! I think too many guitarists focus too much on playing fast solos but the rhythms are the heart of the music, especially metal

[@Francob78]

Great lesson......there was a time when most music lovers stepped far away from shred guitar, playing 1000 notes per minute, because it meant nothing...music is intent is to make you feel something, its beautiful notes have to move you....not like theres a mosquito buzzing around your ears..

[@jasonstallworth]

LOL...dude, I love that analogy, and it really can't be said any better! Over-shredding is just showing out and it only appeals to other guitar players. But you want your music to be more powerful than that, and like you said, those notes have to make them feel something.

[@Wejohnsn]

I wonder if I am the only one who holds the pick differently when playing rhythm and lead. I roll my fingers often as I have small hands and it helps to play some arpeggios that many people sweep

[@jasonstallworth]

You really have to find what works best for you and feels most natural. We're all a little different.

[@pantera89]

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[@nine9whitepony526]

Dude I've been playing for a little over 30 years, i know a little bit of theory, I know a couple scales and how to connect the scales, but for the most part I play like you, mostly through feel. I play metal, blues, I really like hendrix and page, and of course, old metallica, Slayer and old megadeth. I've watched a lot of videos on how to make myself better (I've been in a rut lately) and I stumbled upon your videos. YOU ARE PROBABLY THE BEST GUITAR TEACHER ON KZbin. Just the simple things you're showing us is totally teaching me a few things. You are a wicked player and you should be very proud of yourself. Thanks for these videos.

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank too my friend, I appreciate that and happy to hear my videos are helping!

[@TheTimeProphet]

My problem with playing at the moment is standing up. When I sit down I hold it in pretty much the same position as you, but I haven't got as much control when I stand up with the strap. I have tried a longer strap, and I have tried a shorter strap, but I still don't have as much control

[@jasonstallworth]

That's definitely something you want to get used to and it does take a little time.

[@RYAN-cj2fp]

Hey Jason, another great video. I have a suggestion for another video that can piggy back off this one. As an intermediate metal rhythm player who’s trying to learn how to solo theres one thing I struggle with. If I come up with a cool little riff and want to transition into a solo, I have trouble knowing what key I’m in and what scales to play my solo in. Should I play A minor pentatonics, E minor, etc? I usually play a small solo in different keys until it starts to line up and sound good. So I eventually get there but it takes a lot of trial and error until I do. Can you help me, or anyone else who may struggle like me, understand where to go from riff to solo? Thanks in advance bro. Loving the content as always...

[@jasonstallworth]

Brother, that's a great video idea! Let me see if I can drum up something for that next week!

[@robhowe8353]

Are you using a compresser pedal to get more sustain from that double bend? Any recommendations for one?

[@jasonstallworth]

Nope, I'm just using the amp and the noise gate. I'm also sitting pretty close to the amp, plus it's a tube (EVH 5150 III) so you get plenty of natural sustain, even with passive pickups!

[@lbalcerzak]

1:13: Lick 1 5:47: Lick 2 8:44 Lick 3

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[@ronswary]

Great insight as always . Main reason why I don’t buy the “must have” pedals or amps so I sound like.....ME.

[@jasonstallworth]

Ron, dude, that's an awesome mindset!!! Why get what everyone else is using?? You're creating YOUR own sound and signature style! I love it!

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[@anthonyflores7521]

Dude, you're rad to the bone! Great knowledge and theory bro! If you have a minute, check out some of my punk rock/metal material for my band Devil's Advocate of South Bay, California. Love your style man. Keep up the great videos! Cheers P.s. you'd look like a guy I'd jam with for hours on end!

[@jasonstallworth]

I’ll look it up! 🙏🏻🤘