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[@rustysguitar1]

I’m sure some of you can relate to the phrase, Long time beginner! Let me know if this lesson was helpful! Let’s move forward in our guitar journey today! Thanks for your support everyone.👍

[@rayross997]

Thanks Rusty, just subbed. You explain things clear & simple.

[@rustysguitar1]

Glad to hear it Ray! Have a great new year🎈

[@DancesWithCameras]

Wish somebody taught me these lessons 50 years ago! You're a great instructor, Rusty, thanks and a Happy New Year to you and your loved ones!

[@rustysguitar1]

@@DancesWithCameras you are right! We definitely needed these lessons years ago! Happy new year to you also🎈

[@TheDefcom3]

Ahh-Haaa Thanks

[@boblittle2529]

Yep. That's me, stuck. I'm a little older than you and have been playing since 1970 and really do feel like I've stalled. Its good to see someone in my age bracket explain things so well. The problem I have with many of the younger guys on YT is that they're SO proficient at "shredding" they forget to slow it down and really explain things in a simple manner.

[@rustysguitar1]

Hey Bob, I like hearing from people my age. We all went through some of the same things. Glad the lesson’s are helpful! Thanks so much and enjoy the rest of your Sunday 🙏

[@derin111]

Same here. I’m 60 in a months time. Been playing on and off since 15….and that’s where I’m stuck too. 😢

[@catloveralways]

60 in a few months and found my way back to the old axe, inspired by buying a piano during covid. Nice to get some tips from here, my lead guitar I never practiced because because I was always surrounded by lead players and someone had to do the backing. This video gave me some good ideas for phrasing.

[@tangobayus]

Learn melodies from classical music.

[@Justsay_n]

Good job, Rusty, on showing the beauty of triads without saying the word "triad", which often overwhelms them. Instead, you showed 1 A triad and 1 D triad and instructed to just start there...no biggy. Good teaching, Rusty.

[@ultrahighgain412]

Intermediate lessons like this are a treasure. Most instructors go from open chords, barre chords, pentatonic, and blues scale straight to advanced chord substitutions and whole tone scales. Pretty big gap there.

[@rustysguitar1]

Glad to hear it buddy! Thanks for checking out the video. Enjoy the rest of your Sunday 🙏

[@josacamja4]

It was so hard for me to learn guitar before you tube. Out of 5-6 instructors since 84 none showed me anything really. No pentatonic, bar chords-zip. The most valuable lessons I got was from a classical instructor. KZbin is great. And if you’ve found Rusty you are lucky indeed. What a great lead instructor!!!

[@rustysguitar1]

I appreciate the kind message here! And I’m glad that you like my channel. Thanks so much mate! Enjoy your week 👍

[@user-dr8ug3gs3c]

Your sincerity to help others learn is present in every lesson. Thanks

[@rustysguitar1]

This is a great comment J! Means a lot buddy! I love to play and teach! Thanks again and have a happy new year💥

[@jamistardust5181]

Keep teaching the young'ns. I've been playing guitar for over 50 years. I had to find these things out on my own.This course would have saved me a lot of time. I used to feel, (say 40 yrs ago) that I was running in place. I had reached the limit of my knowledge. I realized the changing keys was fun, but I needed to learn all the different ways to change key.. Eventually In 1985 I took some jazz guitar lessons. They were my only lessons. I think it lasted around 4 months. I had absorbed so much, that it took a while to integrate. Keep giving the lessons. Mentors are important.

[@rustysguitar1]

You are right! We didn’t have lessons like this, back in the day! Playing guitar is a life long journey! Thanks bro 😎 Happy New Year 🎈

[@michaelmerrullo2043]

Ready for Love, Fire and Water! Those were foundational for me too. Nice lesson on target notes.

[@rustysguitar1]

Right on Mike!!! I love those tunes! I appreciate your comment. Thanks bro 😎

[@Raff654]

I’m one of those ‼️ My son just said to me as I was rearranging some pedals , that I ( me ) can play guitar well . I informed him that yes I can make some goods chops etc and lead runs , but in my eyes , I’m still pretty basic with what I can do . Great video thank you ! I’m setting up my looper to lay down the A & D chords you’ve highlighted 😊. Happy 2023,🎉

[@rustysguitar1]

I think we all feel like we’re not good enough sometimes! But if we keep learning, and just have fun, that’s what counts! So glad you’re getting something from the lessons, Peter! Have a great New Year 🎈

[@danieljack2262]

What a great teacher you are

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks so much Daniel 👍

[@bretfuzz925]

Hi Rusty, I am similar age and not stuck in a rut. I am actually thanking you for helping those who are! Please kept posting instructional videos to help inspire those who want to grow.

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks so much for the positive feedback! I appreciate it Bret! Happy New Year 🎈

[@thejacobwindsor]

@@rustysguitar1 Rusty, I am a 21 year old guitar player who is stuck in a rut and have wondered if I ever will find a way out, well this video just gave me the inspiration to fix the busted high e on my electric and give soloing another crack. PLEASE keep it up, I really love your teaching style sir. Emphasis on that. You are inspiring and you communicate clearly, efficiently (sparing me of too much dramatic vocabulary) and effectively. I'll be looking out for more!!

[@WayneWood-p9d]

I love your lessons....they are helping me soooooo much ...thank you @@!

[@rustysguitar1]

I’m happy to help Wayne! And you’re welcome buddy 😎

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks 👍

[@johnmort1383]

Well said!! I am now in my 50s and I recall the stall! I would have been so much better early on if I knew someone like you with this info!

[@rustysguitar1]

Yes, we needed lessons like this early on for sure! Thanks so much! Have a Happy New Year 🎈

[@gitarulik]

Superb share!!! So cool

[@rustysguitar1]

Thank you! Cheers! Happy New Year 🎈

[@stephanripianzi4004]

Glad I found and subscribed to your channel today. Thanks for the free lesson! This applied to me perfect- After playing almost every day for 35 years I’ll take it to the next level! I’m self taught from a book called Rhythm guitar, never had lessons. Also learned from friends, and monkey see monkey do. imagine that. !

[@rustysguitar1]

I’m glad you found the channel and thank you for subscribing! I think you will find some things to add to the toolbox on this channel! Have a great rest of your week Stephen!👍

[@mikeopdenaker5573]

Great lesson Rusty,thanks so much. I have been a beginner since 1977!!!!

[@rustysguitar1]

Hey Mike, for me, I just practiced on the wrong things for many years. I think we just need to pick a few good things to work on to help us move forward! Rock on! Happy new year💥

[@timcarm]

50 yr beginner here and this video was spot on!!!!

[@rustysguitar1]

Really glad to hear it Iron Man! Happy New Year 🎈

[@ronaldmaheu]

It looks so easy, my brain understands all that but my fingers are still at level one. Really cool to watch you play and explain. Thank you from Montreal 😊😊

[@rustysguitar1]

Hey Ronald, I totally get it! It’s a tall order to think about the chords as you’re playing! I have to work at every day myself! I appreciate the comment! Greetings from the USA! Have a happy new year💥

[@FenderBender5150]

Just practice..and practice and practice. Dimbag Darrel used to talk about how he practiced 14 hours a day..on the toilet even.

[@ronwingeart4345]

Best You tube Guitar lesson ever! Seriously. It is exactly what ever other video on the you tube will dance around and never quite tell you. Or mabey just not able to teach.

[@rustysguitar1]

Glad to hear it Ron! Thanks so much! Happy New Year 🎈

[@rustysguitar1]

Kind of you to say Ron!🙏

[@Stefano.Pierini]

Thanks Rusty 🙂 in my next Jam I will play with these four basic chords. but I'll do the solo differently. Wait up 👍

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks bro 😎 Much appreciated 👍

[@maxandkellyestesrealestate]

I'm 72 and I didn't played guitar for 35 years but I picked it up during the pandemic. I was very bad guitar player in the 70s. I ran across your KZbin channel a couple I just wanted you to know I really appreciate your videos

[@rustysguitar1]

Glad you’re playing again Max! Time to start having fun. Happy you found the channel and let’s talk soon.👍

[@fredblues4250]

Hi Rusty - I watch many guitar teaching YT videos and this video beats all those that try to teach the concept, importance and practical approach to move forward by linking chords and the scales. Good stuff - easy to understand and practical demonstration. If anyone still doesn't understand after watching this video then I would be surprised

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks so much for the positive feedback Fred! I appreciate it man! This is a topic that many players don’t get! Have a Happy New Year 🎈

[@mdeer2641]

Well Rusty I'm 67 i flow guy on here who is a instructor & i have to say every now and then i have to jump of the tracks and listen to some one to remind me like you just did i have more time to devote to my guitar iv had a guitar most of my life,, i would really like to sit in on some jam's with a friend witch i don't have either lmao.. so any way thank you ..up state ny mountain top

[@rustysguitar1]

The middle part of my guitar journey was almost nonexistent. But now I play every day and really enjoy it more than ever. You know how life gets in the way. I really appreciate the comment. Greetings from Chicago! Thanks.✌️

[@davidstout4022]

So relatable indeed! I'm 55, and have been an on/off beginner all my life. Every time a new child came along I put the guitars away for a couple years to focus on my children. Now my kids are getting interested in music, so I've pulled them back out. They're learning the basics and I'm trying to pick up where I left off. And this video is exactly the place I'm at right now. Awesome! Thanks so much for helping reignite that passion. And this will be a big benefit for my kids as well. Always move forward!

[@rustysguitar1]

That is awesome that you get to share music with your kids! I pray you all get excited about learning, and just have fun with the instruments! This is a great comment for me to read! Thanks, David and have a Happy New Year 🎈

[@bushnord]

Same here, 50 yo and been a ling time beginner for more than 30 years by now. Thanks for this post that got me subscribing 😊

[@richardriley8906]

I am you exactly. 60 and 1/2 today. This was perfect and addressed my problem . New subscriber . Thanx Richie.

[@rustysguitar1]

Hey Richie, so many players fall into this category! Glad you found the channel. Thanks for your support. Talk to you soon.👍

[@Ian-os7kp]

Hi Rusty, I'm 60 and started playing 30years ago then stopped and just started again 2 or 3 years ago. Your style of teaching is very helpful and like you I like the 70's rock style - keep it up !!! you have excellent and relatable experience and tips👍🎸

[@rustysguitar1]

We are from the same mold! We are drawn to those classic rock songs that we grew up with. Glad you like the lessons, Ian. Thanks a lot for the comment and enjoy your weekend.👍

[@rainersauerbier]

Hi Rusty, your teaching is great. With the first 2 of your Workshops I am much more forward than in the last 2 years. Thank you so much. I appreciate your lessons very much. Greetings from Germany

[@Zappasays]

WOW, VERY NICE. I'M 58, BEEN NOODLING SINCE DAY ONE, WHEN I LEARNED THE BLUES SCALE. DECIDED 2 YRS AGO TO PRACTICE INSTEAD ( NOODLING IS MUCH EASIER), THIS IS A NICE TREAT.. THANKS FOR THE TIME YOU PUT INTO IT, HELPS IMMENSELY.

[@rustysguitar1]

Hey James, glad you liked the lesson! Yes, we do need to practice! But need to have fun also! Thanks man! Have a happy New Year 🎈

[@KRColson]

Thanks so much for pointing this out. I am 67 years old and trying to learn to play again after decades of abstinence! I am at present, stuck in the minor pentatonic and your advice is really going to help me. Thank you again and have a happy new year from Eganville, Ontario, Canada. Cheers!

[@rustysguitar1]

Glad that you’re playing again! Good that you got something from the lesson! Greetings from the USA Kevin! Let’s get back to some Rockin 🔥Happy New Year 🎈

[@padrejuan7763]

Greetings from Montréal, Québec, Canada !!! I am 62 yrs. old, been 'Kinda' playing guitar since 1976 as you say Regular chords, some 7th and some jazz chords, but never have taken the time to learn scales. coming closer to retirement, I feel the NEED to learn more just to feel COMPLETE...toot late in time, but tu feel a closure in my learning guitar. Thanks to you and your videos, i shall be able to sit down again, take my time in learning without pressure of performing and feel that SATISFACTION fulfill me !!! Stay Healthy my good man and looking forward to your next videos !!! Cheers !!!

[@rustysguitar1]

Sounds good! As long as you’re having fun, that’s what really matters! Thanks for checking out the lessons and have a great Sunday🙏

[@billherbert4961]

I just made a lot of connections to the various things I've been working on these last four years....and the 30 before that. Thanks Rusty.

[@rustysguitar1]

It’s always exciting when we make connections on the fretboard!!! And it makes guitar playing more fun 🤩 Thanks Bill. Keep rockin bro 😎

[@Skipjacktunainacan]

Thanks , another great lesson , merry Xmas , hope you have a great new year

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks a lot! Have a happy New Year 🎈

[@bridgetpollock6760]

I'm going to start following you! I am stuck right at the pentatonic scale.

[@rustysguitar1]

Really glad to hear it Bridget! There is so much we can do with the pentatonic scale! Have a happy new year🎈

[@tito.tarantula]

Awesome lesson, Rusty, as always. You truly have knack for breaking things down in a very understandable manner.

[@rustysguitar1]

Nice! Glad to hear it Tito! Thanks 🤛

[@apriltoronto5254]

Cool groove you chose for your vid... A bold choice that SG is for clumsy fingers, well, seems like it works for you... And all you rock players out there... don't let go your pinky to waste... there is a whole different world to be reached when using it by playing color tones.

[@AStarkofWinterfell24]

As a bass player learning guitar, I think my experience on bass will help me master the principle you introduced here

[@rustysguitar1]

I think you are right! You will move forward quickly on the guitar. I bet! Thanks for checking out the video. Talk to you soon.👍

[@MikeSedmakMusic]

Hi Rusty, great advice and lesson content my friend! 👍🏻👏🏻🙌🏻 Wishing you the best for 2023. 😊

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks so much Mike! Cheers and happy New Year 👍

[@TheWannaramble]

I like your no-frills you can do it, too style. Stuck, I can definitely relate to that

[@rustysguitar1]

Hey Jeffrey, really glad you like the lessons! Thanks bud! Have a great New Year 🎈

[@davidleungaxiom3491]

Thanks a lot You solved the question that bothers me and I got stuck for years. 👏👏👏👏👏

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks for watching 👍

[@BlpBud]

New to the channel..VERY inspiring for a 62 yr old boomer in a guitar rut.. i have the equipment and youve motivated me to break it back out! I usually dont like slow paced videos but your style is different and informative!

[@rustysguitar1]

Glad to hear it man! I hope you move forward with some new excitement! Thanks and have a great New Year’s celebration 💥

[@reginaldosilva7217]

66 years old and still trying to play my guitar , stuck . But with your videos I can see some progress. By the way, good to see you playing anthems like Ready to love from Free. Tks a lot. God bless you man.

[@rustysguitar1]

Hey Reg, sounds like we like a lot of the same classic rock music! Have fun with that guitar this weekend! Thanks buddy👍

[@frankortega4280]

Another “stuck” guitarist here. I have found your channel so helpful Rusty. Your practical approach to applying important musical application makes it inspiring to follow along. I’m seeing advancements in my playing. Thank you!

[@rustysguitar1]

Really glad to hear it Frank! We need to have more fun with the guitar 🎸 Thanks and have a great New Year 🎈

[@Anthony-m7q2y]

You’ve been helpful to me. Got back into the guitar after I retired and I definitely play better now than I did 35 years ago. It’s never too late to learn. Great for keeping your mind sharp but a little rough on my hands. Thumb on my fretting hand hurts like hell.

[@rustysguitar1]

I’m always happy to help! And I’m glad that you’re excited about playing the guitar again! Let’s keep working on this stuff together! Enjoy your Sunday🙏

[@stevewilson7915]

Hey Rusty, you're are giving some very good advice. I'm almost 70, and I'm just what this lesson is about. My confidence is improving and it's a lot more fun to play when you sound decent. That's so much. Happy New Year Buddy

[@rustysguitar1]

I think most of all we want to have fun! Learning new things helps us do that! Thanks for the comment Steve! You also have a great happy new year🎈

[@Ian-be5xl]

Me through this whole video: yup, yup, that's me, yup. I did that, I'm doing that. I've had this feeling I should be doing what you said here, but I think this really pushed me over the edge. Get on that looper pedal and start finding out what works while anchored around the chord roots. Thanks man! You explain it very clearly and I appreciate your lessons.

[@rustysguitar1]

If you start practicing, that way, you will move forward in no time! It sounds like you’re excited again! Keep rockin 🤛

[@bluesthing7490]

This really helps and the simple but tasty playing sounds so good. It shows that you don't have to be a shredder that's blazing fast to get your point across. Thanks so much.

[@rustysguitar1]

You are right! And my fingers don’t move that fast anyway! I appreciate the comment! Happy new year🎈

[@jimmoore7442]

This is the perfect lesson for where I am at. Ive watched it a few times now!

[@rustysguitar1]

I’m really happy to hear it, Jim! Glad you were taking away. Ideas from the video. Have a great rest of your week.👍

[@larrywithrow5876]

Absolutely fantastic Rusty. I’ve been trying to get out of the “rut” for about 10 years. I’m an old fart (70) and this particular video I think will open another door in my learning process. Lol Thanks for sharing all your knowledge, and wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas, and a happy healthy New Year!!🎸👊

[@rustysguitar1]

So glad to hear that you are moving forward in your learning process! Good to be a part of it Larry. You also have a great New Year’s celebration💥

[@michaelfish09]

This hit home Sir. Thanks for simplifying this for me.

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks Michael. And you’re welcome! Enjoy your Sunday 🙏

[@weinersnitzelz]

This is great. I’m 38, started playing at 13. Played “rhythm” guitar my whole life in bands and what not and I think I’m solid there but never learned to improvise or solo and just put it off as “I’m only a rhythm guitar player and that’s it”. After watching this video, you have inspired me to give it a go and maybe I am just stuck. Thanks for this, subscribed!

[@rustysguitar1]

Being a good rhythm, player is key to be a good lead guitar player. Because timing is so important. Just start out with some simple phrases in between the chords that you already know. Just have fun with it! Thanks for the support buddy 👍

[@cafeadicto]

Im the same as you but I startet at 16 my friend

[@badroosterrc]

Great video thank you very much for taking the time to do these videos. 20 years ago I was in a head-on collision and suffered severe nerve damage and as a result I cannot play my guitar more than 5 or 6 minutes at a time. I've had four surgeries on my shoulders my neck and my hands and now I'm able to play as long as I want so I'm basically relearning how to play the guitar. Videos like yours are a tremendous help. Thanks again

[@rustysguitar1]

Sorry to hear about your accident! But it sounds like you really have fun when you can play that guitar. I’m glad you watch my lessons. Means a lot buddy! Thanks a lot for leaving a comment🙏

[@paulkelly6853]

Brilliant tutorial Rusty...........these tutorials you post are so easy for me to follow yet to me and I'm sure most people are what lie at the heart of a really good sounding solo.......I'm finding these so helpful and practicing this stuff you post most every day ........and as I said in an earlier post to you after a few weeks already I'm sounding really good...........again a big thank you from Paul I Ireland

[@rustysguitar1]

Greetings from the USA, Paul! Glad the lessons are helpful! It’s all about having more fun with the instrument! Glad we’re on the journey together! Enjoy your New Year’s celebration!💥

[@paulkelly6853]

You too Rusty

[@rustysguitar1]

@@paulkelly6853 Thanks, Paul.

[@steveb1409]

Excellent and spot on you pulled me out of my rut within the first minute of your video Thank You

[@rustysguitar1]

Glad to hear it Steve! We have all been there! And you’re very welcome bro 😎

[@lightfoot413]

gr8 lesson Rusty..Im relateing..get stuck like you talk about..this lesson helps,,thanks..

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks Larry! I think we all want to have fun with the guitar 🎸 I’m glad the lesson was helpful! Have a happy New Year ✌️

[@brackinsteve]

That’s me I’m 59 and starting to take off a little after being stuck for sooo long. Thanks Rusty love the channel and your style. Your channel is a real blessing to me!

[@rustysguitar1]

Glad you found the channel BB! Thanks a lot buddy! Talk to you soon 😎

[@J9G3]

I’m definitely a longtime beginner. How do you keep yourself motivated to pick up that guitar everyday? What about practice routines? Thanks Rusty! Just turned 61 this year, and I’m glad to chance upon your awesome video

[@rustysguitar1]

Glad you found the video! I actually enjoy playing more than I ever have before! But having the channel forces me to learn and get better at things, and that’s a good thing also! We need to have fun with the instrument we have been blessed with! Have a happy new year🎈

[@JeffMountainPicker]

I'm 69, started farting around on my guitar when I was a teenager in the late '60s. I'm sort of a perpetual beginner, & gotten slack in the past several years. But I have a pile of songs I'm learning, many of them older than me, and I love performing them for my wife. She enjoys it, too. So that's what keeps me playing every day; I'm on a mission! I've got to do as many as possible in the next few months; she's terminally ill, so time is short & precious. Songs you'd love to play: that will keep the dust from settling! Good luck!

[@jimmyhartman573]

Longtime beginner here that just happens to have bought a bunch of gear over the years . Similar rut as well , still creative by dumb luck and an ear . . My passion and outlet for sure

[@rustysguitar1]

We also need to have fun! But learning something new is fun! Thanks for the comment, Jimmy!✌️

[@MusicMichelleDeGroot]

Long time beginner is what I am with the guitar. Your lessons are great, Rusty. Merry Christmas ❤

[@rustysguitar1]

I’m sure you’re better than that because you are a good musician! Good to hear from you! Hope you had a merry Christmas🎄 have a happy new year💥

[@agucci]

Improvisation is very good. The improvisation of the Law.

[@rustysguitar1]

A-Ha! Thank you for that 👍

[@denniskwong9458]

This is so useful. Thanks for providing all these great lessons. You are one of the best, keeping things simple for us to learn.

[@rustysguitar1]

Glad the lesson was useful Dennis! Thanks and have a happy New Year 🎈

[@russellcarre4726]

Just one word Brilliant.

[@rustysguitar1]

Thank you! I appreciate that Russell👍

[@kev2403]

This is laid out so simple and easy to understand. Great video/lecture! I will definitely be referring my students to this channel.

[@rustysguitar1]

Thank you Kev! I appreciate that! Happy New Year to you 🎈

[@johncummins5596]

Best teaching EVER

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks man! I appreciate you John 👍

[@fendr1962]

Rusty, I really like your lessons. It’s like your speaking directly to me since I am a little older then you. I still need to break out of the rut that I ve been in for years. I have played in many bands years ago. (Even played in a band that backed Bobby Vee and Tommy Roe. My one claim to fame). I am still hoping I have one more tour of duty left playing in a band again. I just don’t have the confidence to give it a try at this point. But with your help (lessons) maybe I can finally break out. Thanks for all your positive talk and your transfer of knowledge!

[@rustysguitar1]

I have not played in a band for a few years, but I definitely miss it. I hope you get back to rocking it in a band! Let’s talk soon! Happy new year.💥

[@fendr1962]

@@rustysguitar1 Absolutely! Happy New Year to you and yours!

[@rustysguitar1]

@@fendr1962 Thanks bro 😎

[@JHENDRIXROCS]

You’re never too old to play in a band if your health will allow and your mind is sharp! Keep rocking like Keith Richards and the Stones!!

[@musicman9944]

Rusty ,I will be a pro soon the way you teach . Thank yuo for all u do for us. 🏆❤️🙏🎸💪🔥👊

[@rustysguitar1]

Glad to hear that Dave! Keep rockin 🤛

[@garydobson5583]

A very simple concept that is easy to overlook. Great lesson. Thank you. And merry Christmas

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks a lot Gary! Much appreciated buddy! Have a great new year🎈

[@cjbaker9703]

Thank you. I’ve been stuck here too for a few months.

[@rustysguitar1]

I hope you start moving forward CJ! I appreciate the comment! Happy New Year 🎈

[@cjbaker9703]

@@rustysguitar1 happy new year!

[@kevinking9199]

72 here; loooong time beginner. Rusty, sometimes I think you write your tutorials just for ME!

[@rustysguitar1]

I think I’m just lazy sometimes, that’s why it took me so long! When I make these lesson videos, I do feel like I’m talking directly to you guys. I know there’s so many players out there that just want to have a little more fun with the instrument! Thanks so much, Kevin! Have an awesome new year!💥

[@Top.Mallorca]

Wonderful guitar performance! Like from Mallorca!

[@rustysguitar1]

Thank you 👌

[@aaronp6426]

Rusty, that's me to a tee! I'm 64 years old knocking on 65 and stuck right where you're teaching. This has been a real eye opener for me. I want badly to progress more but I'm not sure where to go from here. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated 🙂. BTW, what SG is that. I love the finish. Thanks bud Aaron

[@rustysguitar1]

Glad you got something from the lesson Aaron! It is a 1961 SG but not all original but still a cool guitar. I don’t know what model. I would say play slow until you are really confident. In every note that you play. Don’t just play up and down the scale. Just hoping to hit a good note. It might take a little time but you will enjoy the guitar a lot more, I promise you! I really appreciate the comment Aaron! Have an awesome new year!💥

[@michaelpasmore116]

Thanks Rusty! Describes me perfectly. While I can play a lot of memorized songs from the Eagles to Jimi Hendrix, I can’t improvise very well and just play the same pentatonic minor/major scale runs to a backing tract and triads to a backing track. A good guitarist can play by ear and that is my goal. Embarrassing to admit I’ve been playing for 20 years.

[@rustysguitar1]

So many of us are that way! Hopefully some of my videos might give you some ideas for improvising! Thanks Michael! Later man 😎

[@steelman774]

Awesome video! I wish I’d been told this 15-20 years ago. This is so well worded, I’m passing this onto my kids and other up and coming players. Great structure. Great pace. Great lesson! 😎🎸

[@rustysguitar1]

Glad you liked the lesson mate! I appreciate your kind words. Thanks and enjoy your week ahead 👍

[@davidwhite206]

Long-time beginner... That hit me in my soul... Mainly because I've never put in the time. I was always into someone else. Now is the time, thanks for this video.

[@rustysguitar1]

Yes, I think it hit a lot of people that way! Learning any instrument is hard work. And a lot of us are lazy. Like me! Ha ha! I appreciate the comment, David! Thanks man.👍

[@frosty4863]

That was one of your best eye opener lessons for me. Thank you so much! Would you do a lesson on triads sometime? I’m trying to understand them as well, and how they can tie in for soloing.

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks Bob! Yes, triads is always a great topic for a lesson! I appreciate the comment and have a happy New Year 🎈

[@zororaimtasa7688]

It feels so fun to hear such a phrase which describes exactly the phase I'm in

[@rustysguitar1]

Cool 😎 Thanks for checking out the video. Catch you later.👍

[@stevendoust6658]

Awesome lesson mate I think it will help a lot of people like me

[@rustysguitar1]

Glad you liked the lesson! Thanks Steven! Happy New Year 🎈

[@paulmcgowan2576]

Long time beginner is exactly what I am.. Great Videos, thank you! 😊

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks for stopping by Paul! Happy Easter Sunday 🙏

[@rajb5595]

You are a magnificent teacher

[@rustysguitar1]

I really do appreciate that! Thanks so much 🤛

[@sallyz5636]

Ready for love ❤️ nice one!

[@rustysguitar1]

Oh yes, I love that tune! Nice vibe to improvise over! Happy new year🤩

[@tedaldridge9474]

Is that riff not from a Free song (Ready for Love was Bad Company)?

[@michaeljam2132]

Thank you, nicely put chasing the note on those chord changes. Well done

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks for checking out the video, Michael! Let’s keep chasing those notes on the chord changes for sure! Later bro 😎

[@helcat3567]

Hi mate you really put together a great little lesson there. I'm so glad I took the time to listen to you. thank you very much. I am a long time beginner but that is going to change now. please have a read new year and I'll hope we see more lessons from you soon. take care from Helcat in Australia.

[@rustysguitar1]

Greetings from the USA! Glad you are taking away something from the lesson! Happy New Year 🎈

[@tonyrobbins9707]

LLLLLLong Time beginner! I do need to move forward! Your lessons are helpful! Thanks.

[@rustysguitar1]

You got this! Happy New Year Tony 🎈

[@johnskerlec9663]

Nice tips Rusty. I do exactly this. Even in the complex or unusual chord patterns I look for what I call the landmarks. I then develop lyrical/melodic expressions of interest in those movements. I'm a student of the 60s/70s fusion metal/rock/blues thing so I tend to push the boundaries warts and all. Thanks man.

[@rustysguitar1]

This is a great comment John! You can definitely use this concept with any style music! We need to know where homebase is, but then start pushing the boundaries for sure! Thanks so much bro😎Happy New Year 🎈

[@davidaraynor]

Extremely helpful video Rusty ! Glad I stayed for it ! I’ll be back for more !!

[@rustysguitar1]

Sounds good David! Thanks a lot man ✌️

[@daveallsopp4394]

Thanks for another amazing tutorial Rusty 🙏🏻 I’m now adding the 3rd and chord tones, though it’s not easy finding them sometimes 😂 hope you had a great Christmas time with your family. Happy New Year my friend 👍🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🎸

[@rustysguitar1]

Hey Dave, really nice to hear from you! Just keep doing it till it becomes second nature! Those kind of tools make guitar playing a lot. More fun! You have a happy new year also my friend.🎈

[@Jboogie2shoes]

great tips rusty perfect breakdown of lead guitar playing!!!

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks Jason! Much appreciated buddy 👍

[@MustafaBaabad]

I used to hear a suggestion: "Playing note outside of the chord can raise tension and we'd better resolve it back by closing the phrase on chord tone, preferably the root note. Cheers from Solo, Central Java, Indonesia."

[@rustysguitar1]

You are totally right! But if you’re just starting to improvise, you better stick to homebase. Then go outside and come back into the chord tones. That is definitely level one, using the root note. Thanks a lot for the comment and happy new year.👍

[@jamesw7624]

I'm massively stuck in minor pentatonic too. Thanks for the video

[@rustysguitar1]

It’s time to break out and start having fun! Thanks for watching the video James! Rock on bro 😎

[@wjewell63]

Close to Lynyrd Skynyrd .,bad man too.,great lesson rusty 👍.....

[@rustysguitar1]

Yes, it does have that vibe! Thanks a lot WJ!

[@rays2794]

Excellent lesson!

[@rustysguitar1]

Much appreciated Ray! Happy New Year 🎈

[@ColourfulEnergy]

This is a really good topic, Rusty. Thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge.🎸🎶👍Great video!🧡

[@rustysguitar1]

Always appreciated Colourful Girl! Thank you and enjoy your New Year’s celebration!💥

[@ColourfulEnergy]

@@rustysguitar1 thanks, you too!🎇🌠

[@johnspiteri2964]

Thanks Sandy, for bringing the musicality and fun into becoming a better guitar player.

[@rustysguitar1]

That’s kind of you to say, John! thanks so much👍

[@ZPX945]

Great lesson!

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks so much Clarke! Happy new year bro😎💥

[@camswar]

Great video, I am also on the wrong side of 50 and really enjoy your channel. This one is really needed. Thanks again

[@rustysguitar1]

Thank you brother! Glad you enjoy the lesson’s. And you’re welcome ✌️

[@thatshaneguy546]

Thanks rusty. Great video. Always take so many good tips from you

[@rustysguitar1]

Glad you took away something from the lesson Shane! Good to hear from you! Happy New Year buddy 🙏

[@thatshaneguy546]

@@rustysguitar1 always do rusty. Every lesson for months now. Appreciate you Rusty. Happy new year 🤘🎸✌

[@rustysguitar1]

Hey Shane, I really apologize for the delay, for the online lessons! As for right now I’m not going to do them. I appreciate your interest in the lessons, and I will let you know in the near future! Rock on , brother.✌️

[@ftwrjosh]

Good lesson! Awesome to here Fire and Water in the lesson too!

[@rustysguitar1]

Right on! Also “Ready for Love” Bad Co. I love that sound! Thanks a lot for checking out the video! Later bro 😎

[@fishuntr]

Hey Rusty - I am happy that I found your channel. Like many, I can really relate and I appreciate your candor about your journey. Been working on chord tone soloing for a few months and believe I get the concept. My question is really related to timing. Let's say you're soloing blues on the 1 chord. Should you end your last phrase on the root note of the 1 chord but just before the chord change and then hit a 4 chord tone R,3,5,7 on the downbeat of the 4 chord change and so on through the progression? Thank you

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks B B! To answer your question, that is a good way to start out, but you can end a phrase on another chord tone and create movement to the next chord tone. but also, some chords share the same notes so keep that in mind. There is so many variables. But I will break down some of those questions in some upcoming videos for sure. Thanks for the comment and have a happy new year.💥

[@JeffMountainPicker]

I am trying to end a few phrases on the 5 or flat 7 of a chord, to create tension; then back to the 1 chord, and end that phrase on its root, to resolve the line. If everything ends on the root, it sounds OK, but less dynamic.

[@jeffstram5666]

@Play Guitar The Right Way Do you even know which notes you are using? How long have you been playing?

[@jeffstram5666]

@Play Guitar The Right Way I've been playing since 1968. The target notes are not some golden rule; they are discussed as a starting point. Not everyone in the comments can "play by ear" until they've gotten started, hence the target chord tone advice. It helps a lot of beginners.

[@jeffstram5666]

@Play Guitar The Right Way Oh, FFS; The target tone is a method for BEGINNERS TO GET STARTED! Ya know, for people who can't play any leads at all? It is a perfectly valid PLACE TO START! Geez! Get over yourself, kid; and learn how to type! Your posts are so garbled, they're hard to read!

[@jackiedixon5076]

Thanks so much. Enjoyed this lesson. I am studying your video to finally get out of this rut. Bless you.

[@rustysguitar1]

Thank you Jackie! Really glad you are moving forward! Rock on and have a happy new year 🎈

[@eeliskorhonen7203]

Thanks man, this i think was the best help i could find to learn improvisation on guitar. I am happy that i found your channel. It actually helped little bit, but im still learning!

[@rustysguitar1]

Glad you found the channel also! And we are all still learning for sure! Also glad the lesson was helpful. Thank you ✌️

[@CaChuaTV380]

Great share guitar tutorials have a good day

[@rustysguitar1]

Thank you! Happy New Year 🎈

[@garethpoole1645]

Hi Rusty, thanks for another superb lesson that I wish had been available years ago. For a long time I was a fully paid up member of the "one size fits all" club, i.e. if I was playing a solo in Am then I simply played Am scale shapes and to a large degree they work but as you proved in the video using chord tones really makes your' solo's stand out and the key for me is that you are moving from playing in a scalar (if there is such a word!) way to a melodic way. I'm still working on getting there but you're helping enormously my friend so again, many thanks 👍👍

[@rustysguitar1]

Hey Gareth, yes I wish we had lessons like this back in the day! Yes, I just use the pentatonic scale over everything and did the best I could for many years. Really didn’t think about it much! But I’m really glad the lessons are helping you! Thanks so much for the comment and have a happy new year.🎈

[@garethpoole1645]

@@rustysguitar1 Thanks Rusty and a happy new year to you and your' family too! p.s. just checked out a few responses below and it seems your' lessons have the 'mature age group' captured which only goes to prove that us oldies still rock.............. and roll of course 😃😃😉

[@rustysguitar1]

I new it would catch on with the old guys! Thanks a lot man ✌️

[@MindDezign]

Great idea ! Thank you ! Happy 2023!

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks so much! Have a happy new year also buddy!🎈