Less is more! It's ok to keep your guitar solos simple. Guitar Lesson EP563

[@robertphillips9972]

As a 50 yr pro , this is a great example of proper KISS approach to life and guitar playing

[@johnhearn5644]

Peter Green was the master of less is more. As Carlos Santana once said of Green- "It's not what he plays, it's what he doesn't play; and he plays that beautifully."

[@EdBender]

So was JJ Cale. Few notes, but oh boy, he could send you places...

[@esteban1487]

BB too

[@homeofcreation]

As the say in movie lighting: It's not what is lit, but what isn't.

[@rebeccaabraham8652]

Not just ‘non-pro’s keeping it simple… there’s always B.B. King! I’m a firm believer in ‘Say more with less’

[@Lopro94]

Same. Technical skill doesn't necessarily equate to authentic expression. That seems to be a common misconception. If easy does it, easy does it.

[@peterthrower9724]

Hard to choose, but this is one of the best and informative lessons you have done. Excellent. Thank you.

[@TheShadowLab]

I stumbled upon some of your videos a couple weeks ago and I just want to tell you that I love what you are doing. I learn so much and have experienced many "ah-ha" moments when you clearly explain why you are playing what you play. You make the internet a better place- keep on doing you.

[@robnic52]

You've done it again, a lovely, simple melodic piece of music. Very effective lesson. Thanks.

[@cedricgomez-wb9qn]

Exce,Brian. You break riffs down so beginners can understand!

[@nickyengle9668]

The best at work on line. Thks for your generosity!!!

[@garylcampbell9964]

Nice music lesson.

[@noodlemans]

Hey I’ve been watching a lot of your content lately. For context I’m an old player that learned songs by tab as a kid but never learned how to improvise. Your CAGED deep dive videos and this one have really helped me unlock the thought process behind lead play. I’ve been practicing a lot lately and have learned enough theory to be dangerous, but now I’m much more intentional with what I practice and the skills I’m trying to develop. Your videos have really helped me learn the fretboard and see the patterns and how all this stuff not only sits on top of each other but how it all lives in the same five areas. Really eye opening stuff. Thank you so much for helping me to get over the hump.

[@activemelody]

Thank you 🙏 that’s awesome

[@kevinrich5312]

Thank you for the great lesson. Every time I try to solo, I go to the pentatonic naturally, but when you break down what you are doing, it certainly gives me more to think about. It is not just noodling around, but there is purpose to your soloing. Thank you for explaining the concepts. I know it takes much time to learn, but I can take small pieces of what you have explained, and gradually incorporate it into my playing. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@willischeyltjens2980]

The rests are just as important as the notes. Do not rush. Good lesson Brian, thanks.

[@aintnoleedguy]

Very cool Brian. Couldn’t agree more with this concept 😉

[@PeterConnors-tv8iw]

beautifully melodic solo that follows the chords perfectly.

[@jhchaplin1]

Great lesson and vibe. Reminded me of your EP373 “laid back JJ Cale” composition. Outstanding.

[@meinhendl]

so wonderful ! could listen whole day long ! thank you !

[@dawin6710]

Brian, you're an excellent guitarist. Thanks for the great lessons.

[@GuitarJoLa]

So much MAGIC in your playing, Brian! Thank you for yet again revealing the secret sauce of soulful soloing! 🎶💕🔥🔥🔥💕🎶

[@stephenwebster2878]

Another great lesson Brian! I always come away with something sweet that I can play. Thanks!

[@glynjames5948]

Again Saturday morning just wouldn’t be the same really enjoyed this one as always. Thanks for your time and effort 🎸.Glyn U.k.

[@TheSingingDoctor325]

This is such good timing for me. I'm a solo acoustic player, and have recently been finding this to be the case for playing and singing throughout the song.

[@Trashbash_Creations]

Sounds a bit Knopfler - esque with Tony Joe White and a bit of J.J. Cale. Brilliant Lesson Thank You!

[@roccofiori]

thanks Brian. great tune and presentation of a la carte licks

[@57RickH]

This music and style of playing is far more interesting and enjoyable to hear than the shreddy stuff to my 60-something year-old ears 😊. The song here I like a lot because it reminds me of some 70's deep album track rock such as if Mark Knopfler had played on a CSN album. 😎 I'm looking forward to learning it, thank you 🎸

[@dionnpeterson]

That Dm, I am sure a lot of people heard that Mark Knopfler feel. I thought the same.

[@David-yd4vd]

Awesome lesson....Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience:)

[@jalalfaruque9527]

Beautiful melodic solo 🙌❤️🎸

[@stevestrang480]

Love the vide of the song. Kind of Atlanta Rhythm Section. Great lesson. Thanks

[@chuckwall107]

My thoughts exactly

[@mattprince9204]

Beautiful simplicity! 🎸👌

[@44scoots]

Huh?

[@mattprince9204]

@@44scoots Simple to watch Brian play and explain it. I definitely can’t play like that!

[@neilcampbell4833]

Great lesson. I used to just go gung ho and try and play fast , but it's the notes in between that shine . Timing is always crucial aswell, knowing when to start and finish on key notes is essential aswell. You need to try and feel the music .

[@el0blaino]

Lovely sounds, nice and easy - great to practice this, it will pay off whether playing slowly or as a "breather" in part of a longer solo. Thanks!

[@StefanGBucher]

18:13 because it sounds like "Last Train Home." Great tutorial! Thank you!

[@ronrosepi7998]

Absolutely great. Less is almost always more.

[@bryanphoward]

Love the slow Mark Knopfler vibe.

[@taloujazz9504]

I am a slow hand so less is more it's fine for me ;) thanks Brian . Excellent as usual.

[@rongerritse8567]

Thanks, this is amazing ✊🏻

[@owenanstey436]

Good stuff Brian. I always seem to relate everything to what JJ Cale would do and this fits well, thanks agaian, regards o

[@cathykotter9430]

Really enjoyed this lesson!

[@michaelmerrullo2043]

Love it! Very tasty. Love your bend vibrato, especially on those last bars.

[@mikeogle885]

I love the simple awesome lesson

[@tinknocker5717]

I hear a bit of Knopfler at that Garcia part... as always great lesson!

[@djsmartmonkey]

Thanks like the way your videos add to previous content and tips

[@djsmartmonkey]

I sent email to the active melody contact but heard nothing back ?

[@homeofcreation]

The solo reminds me of Claptons work on "the Pro's and Cons of Hitchhiking".

[@Buck-ho6kn]

Great lesson 👍

[@bryanphoward]

My dad, Larry Howard, used to say that sometimes the best notes are the ones you don't play.

[@worthmoremusic]

Maybe it's just me but more often than not I prefer just straight up playing the note itself rather than bending another note .. The more I bend, the more a note gets stretched, the odds of that string going slightly out of tune, the greater....at least that's been my experience. p.s....love your channel Brian !

[@carelmarsman1194]

1 of your best lessons yet Brian! Very cool backing track also. If you would sell your backing tracks separate I would buy this one for sure! May be an idea?

[@MrPhilly76er]

Just awesome!

[@chrisdaw25]

New subscriber, great channel! This is definitely resonating, I heard a lot of greats in my head. some Knopfler, Gilmour like you mentioned. Thanks for sharing these licks Brian! And I agree with the others, the CAGED system series unlocked a lot for me, even on the mando fretboard! I've been playing mandolin for years and just picked up a Tele and it's been nice to find a resource to learn guitar, thanks again! your link came through IG, i don't know if that helps your marketing feedback, but for what it's worth...

[@activemelody]

Thanks for letting me know - that's helpful. and welcome!

[@desertfox3860]

Stuff to think about. "It's not the bars that keep the Tiger in the cage, it's the space between them".

[@BobEstremera]

Sweet, sweet, sweet.

[@douggauzy6258]

Brian - how many guitars do you own ? Would you ever talk about them ? Maybe about the type of amp you use .

[@postoffice146]

He has shown his Kemper amp sim, it simulates any amp.

[@mykneeshurt8393]

Great lesson. I like to say , "Keep it stupid simple". ...

[@luisdiaz3887]

It sounds like Steely Dan dude. Do it again man.

[@davidheilman1613]

Oh Yeah, I like this minorish slippery sound. Smooth, very expressive etc. A question- What was the name of the Guitar you obtain from Israel a few years ago?

[@activemelody]

B&G Little Sister

[@colinslowe8340]

Hi Brian ,thanks for your great lessons. I can follow most of your lessons, but sometimes I have difficulty incorporating it into my own playing. When I heard EP563 I thought it was just what I wanted to play, but then you threw me a curve by using a progression that was unknown to me. I admit I'm a 1 4 5 guy and love the blues.I suppose I could just transpose the licks into the 1,4,5 format? I'm still a great fan of yours. Colin

[@eddiemattison7792]

Man, I want my solos to sound good.

[@dabrigalive]

Less is more… the Larry Carlton mantra.

[@txbluesguy]

I would say Jimmie Vaughan is the master of less is more when it comes to soloing.

[@Someone-lc6dc]

Hi Brian, those bends on the 12th fret, where're they coming from? They aren't part of the minor pentatonic, right?

[@activemelody]

They are in D minor pentatonic scale (pattern 1)

[@Someone-lc6dc]

@@activemelody thanks, Brian, much appreciated! Including the b sound? 12 fret on the b string

[@guilhermecoutinho7521]

this is not stupid simple but great lesson thx

[@normanjohnson712]

Thanks Brian the slower simpler stuff works better for me due to were my playing is. One thing not really good on the tab if you could do the guitar strings and show like a dot as to the notes you are playing......just an idea but thank you for the lesson.

[@jfinke373]

Really nice and relaxed tune. Found me just right. A bit of a side note... I think what makes you my favorite player, is that when you sustain a note, you don't shake the whole guitar up and down ,and back and forth. Where did that come from, and why does everybody do it? Looks dumb and does nothing. Anyway Thanks , Well Done.

[@jfinke373]

I should take my words back. That is not why you are mine favorite. It just really helps.

[@tanju_sarı]

Whenever I keep it simple I explore something on the fretboard...

[@eddiemattison7792]

I like that exploring idea

[@thomasd9237]

Shred has no soul. I would much rather listen to & play something smooth. Something that tells a story other people can relate to. It's gotta be tasty & have feeling 👍

[@leobender2910]

Les is Paul.

[@activemelody]

😂

[@dononeworld]

I was hearing some Pink Floyd animals vibe also

[@oddshot60]

"impressive"???? I was very impressed with that solo. It may have been simple but it was interesting without being overwhelming. As was talked about in the movie, Amadeus, too many notes IS a reality. I really enjoy hearing what a guitar player can do, but not everything all in one solo!

[@angelomisterioso]

Less is more = George Harrison.

[@NiekkieNick]

As much as I like your lessons Brain, but lately I am starting to get lost and confused. Your lessons are to complicated to follow for me and it frustrates the hell out of me! Especially that part where you explain the relative chord of Dm that's where I totally got lost! I am in the dark at this moment. I just learn it by following patterns but understanding the why of it, is hard to follow! I have to think too much when playing. At the moment I am really stuck in my playing and I can't escape out of it. What do you advice?

[@markhill9275]

The greatest exponent of less is more was Paul Kossoff.

[@geoffwatson]

K.I.S.S. in UK = Keep It Short & Simple.

[@robertphillips9972]

And learn to B R E A T H E

[@willischeyltjens2980]

Normally it is G minor and not G major. But a 7 chord solves it.

[@activemelody]

Yes - tension!

[@chezchezchezchez]

I like it better as: keep it STUPID simple.

[@activemelody]

😂

[@dannyperfect9270]

7 weeks in a row of solo lessons??

[@samlawlor2059]

Let him do his thing and take the info as it comes. It's all good

[@activemelody]

Yes. did i exceed the maximum? btw, what specifically are you looking for?

[@BurnleyNuts]

I't's all about learning Danny. The five Caged Lessons were superb not only including examples and exercises but as you say little solo practice pieces to learn too!

[@dannyperfect9270]

@@activemelody Anything other than solo stuff. I'm a premium member of 9 yrs and I just don't think it makes sense to do so many in a row. Prob 50% of the demographic don't play lead, but it's your gig I guess.

[@activemelody]

@@dannyperfect9270 Thank you for being a premium member for 9 years! It would be helpful if you let me know specifically what you're expecting or looking for.

[@gerhard-cl4cl]

good lessons but he talk too much, he should show by playing and in lesson 563 explain basics everybody knows

[@activemelody]

I should “explain basics everybody knows”. Ahhhh ok, that’s how you do it.

[@dl7509]

Good advice great video !