The #1 Recommendation For Amazing Guitar Solos, And It Works Every Time.

[@StichMethodGuitar]

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[@dbltap3332]

You, Sir, are a GENIUS! What is so wonderful about this song, is that it offers TIME….time to explore between versus…. Explore between WORDS actually. This song and the bpm are an ad-lib guitarist DREAM. When you have such a beautiful melody, chord structure-SIMPLE CHORD STRUCTURE, it allows us guitar players ample time to create beautiful leads, fillers, etc! But Y-O-U my friend are a MASTER of conveying the information. The information that we ALL have in our heads and transferring what is in our head to OUR hand, ultimately, to the fretboard! Thank you-Thank you-Thank you!!

[@magnethomewood]

What people often call 'genius' is exactly this ... taking something so simple and making it so cool. Thanks, Stich, for another great and inspiring leeson!

[@lightfoot413]

real person here and a great teacher..Thank you for the no nonsense real character..much appreciated...

[@44scoots]

Mr Stitch, great video lesson!!! A great example of this is a video now on KZbin of Bob Dylan’s 30th Anniversary concert, at the very end every guest is on stage playing Knocking on Heaven’s Door with Eric Clapton in the background playing exactly what you’re talking about… it’s fantastic!!! The video isn’t the best but still must watch/listen for all that are interested in your lesson!

[@rays2794]

I watch a ton of KZbin guitar classes from some very excellent instructors but, my man, you are the best! You not only explain what you are doing better than anyone else, you also cover areas of playing that no one else does. You have a gift, thanks for sharing it with us all.

[@borgetc]

After years of listening to the dead and having a deep appreciation for Jerry’s improv, it was my brother who pointed out that Garcia is an absolute master of this technique as a one key foundation to his soloing!!!

[@DesconectadoOaxaca]

Same thought, instantly. ✌🏻🌹💀

[@timbradley135]

Great “training”! (I am the caboose on the improv train.) Interestingly, when Joe Pass was asked for the umpteenth time how to become a better improviser, his answer always was “Learn the tunes!” My favorite “melody” improviser is Amos Garrett, with Jerry Garcia (“Me & Bobby McGee”) on the list, too. A lot of great country players do this, especially on ballads. Actually, one guy really good at it is Willie Nelson! Thanks - great lesson!

[@smc8144]

Best explanation of melodic solo technique I’ve ever heard. Great job. If I can add also, sometimes leaving space (not playing) is just as important as playing. Just like in life we have positive and negative space (my guitar is positive and the space around it is negative) music only exist as sounds and space between the sounds.

[@BlackCanvasAudio]

I've been watching youtube guitar lesson videos for YEARS. This is hands down one of the best lessons I've ever seen!!!!! BRAVO! Stitch!!! I'm subscribed for life!

[@zeropointzeroband]

I first came across stitch trying to figure out the best way to play Bertha solo, and that was an excellent video. And as you too, is they start showing you more of the channels that you watch... I subscribe to a dozen guitar channels, some do Some things better than others, but with all sincerity, the vibe and demeanor that you give off and the pace is just I want to have you over for a jam session! I'm an intermediate guitarist of 66 years old and what I just arrive from this learning. The melody first probably had more of an impact than two dozen other videos that I've watched. Keep up the good work brother and enjoy your life, thanks very much!

[@peelarat-hijuelos]

Why haven't I seen this teacher before ? You are natural teacher because I can tell your having a good time doing it.

[@FishersFilmParty]

Thanks! Your work means so much to me. Being able to unlock the puzzles and theoretical underpinnings of the songs that made me is an incredible gift. I appreciate everything that you do.

[@StichMethodGuitar]

Dude, that was so nice of you! I am so glad you enjoy the channel. I love it when it connects with someone.

[@johnnavarro19]

Outstanding instructional buy a truly gifted teacher I can't thank you enough for taking the time to share your gift with us all thank you John Westchester Illinois

[@michaelparsons3951]

I watch a few different guitar lesson channels, and every now and then, I come across the absolute nuggets like this. This is going to be very helpful. Can't wait to put it in to practice. Thank you sir.

[@ibuildstuffanddothings]

i've been away from guitar for a LONG time but it's calling me back. i am really really enjoying your videos. I so wish KZbin had been around in the 80s. :/

[@mikehickey6256]

I gotta tell you, I tried your method for coming up with a good solo and it worked like a dream. I e been trying to come up with a solo for Born under a bad sign for months and did the thing where you play the vocal melody and it worked beautifully. The the lines over the 1 and the 4 have a B.B. King vibe and the lines over the resolve sound like a Santana thing. Got in one night. Also good for getting more familiar with the major pentatonic. Thanks for the best lesson ever.

[@mungvalte7239]

Finally i found you.. been watching 100s of videos. Im an intermediate player i just learned pantatonic scale a months ago,but cannot solo as I imagined. You showed me the right path, melody and stuffs i so thankful sir. Thankyou so much

[@eross21]

how have i never heard of this “Train” analogy. for me. genius. you just unlocked soloing for me. thanks you

[@billfulcher344]

Hi Stich! I am a retired RN. Retired in 2019. I am also a veteran. I took up playing guitar when I retired. Thank you so much for this lesson. The video has shown me how to add melody to the songs I am learning. Knocking on heavens door is the first song I am learning to play. Bill

[@larsosterberg]

Been playing guitar for almost 30 years now,and ive bumped in to many advises over the years,but the two train with improv.and melody is the best advise ive ever heard..pure genius..👍..thanks for sharing some wisdom

[@erikhendrickson59]

Bringing in some TRIAD chord tones can really bring this up to another level, especially if you substitute it for the root note at the end of a phrase!

[@gospelballer33]

As a train conductor I enjoy the analogy to trains. 😁

[@treyepeatross5006]

Dude...I stumbled across your channel and you have single handedly gotten me back into playing guitar after 17 years...I had the hardest time soloing and you have helped me break barriers that I never knew how to. Thank you

[@StichMethodGuitar]

Dude that is amazing to hear. Really appreciate the enthusiasm

[@hassanameen556]

This is the video that I was looking for since a long time. It really changed my mindset to guitar soloing. And this was question that I have asked people about for many times and got no answer. Thank you so much. For me, you are a legend, a hero, a genius.❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@DavidDonin]

Brilliant ,, just plain brilliant! ...i just tried it out and WOW.....i had "a moment" and everything fell into place... now i need to try it out on the songs that I take lead ... Thank you!

[@wtravishubbardvids]

I don't want to sound like I'm gushing or anything, but I discovered you about a week ago. You are, hands down, the best guitar teacher I've ever seen online. Don't argue with me. 😂

[@TheMatureArtist]

At last a teacher that does not leave me dazed and confused. Love his calm friendly approach and great way at looking at things.

[@insurancemann1]

Dear StichMethod Guitar. I just want to say thank you, thank you, thank you. As others have commented below, I feel you are the best guitar teacher I have ever seen. I have been on and off with my guitar for many years because I get frustrated. I am not a natural, none of it comes easy to me and I keep searching for the so called "secret" that thousands of KZbin videos promise. Well, after watching just this one video of yours, I think I'm done searching for the secret. For the first time I understand what a teacher is saying because of how you present the informnation. I am going to pick up my guitar right now and try your method. I can already visualize it working in my mind. I've never been able to do that before. You have truly inspired this 50 something year old music lover. I am going to catch up on many of your videos and find out how I can subscribe to all of your media. Again, thank you and God bless you.

[@StichMethodGuitar]

Such a nice comment. Thank you so much for the kind words. I do hope you enjoy the rest of the channel. Keep in touch.

[@stringbean3442]

The thing with the old cats is they learnt what they know the hard way and doing that gives you alot of perspective, what a simple concept but what solid advise... Thanx for the great lesson!

[@Zozzle12]

Your last run from 10:36 to the end of the piece (with the triple notes) was just beautiful and from the heart.

[@tonyhudson8235]

This ....THIS ....is exactly what I've been struggling with. Cheers dude.

[@jakebryan4602]

You popped up on my KZbin feed yesterday and I've been watching and just having aha moment after aha moment. Thank you so much!

[@bluzikmusic]

Thank you so much for this video Stitch. As I want to write solo's for my own songs I've watched many tutorials about melody writing but yours is the first one to give me a lightbulb moment. Thanks again.

[@AmericanVetMusic]

I just played guitar after watching a couple of your videos…my playing INSTANTLY improved drastically!!! I can’t thank you enough!!! 😊❤ 8:16

[@Wilayaat]

Been away for a time, come back and some things haven't changed. STILL one of (if not THE) best guitar teaching person on KZbin.

[@philowen309]

Excellent idea/method for solo playing. Straightforward, well explained. I’m a longtime acoustic finger style player (not much focus on soloing!) who’s now decided to pick up an electric. Great starting point for what I want to start doing!

[@fishuntr]

This video like many Stitch videos are like small gold nuggets on a black sand beach. Easy to see and so worthwhile to pick up. Thank you.

[@jeffrey.a.hanson]

This is my favorite trick for outro solos or solo before a reprise. Can build to the full melody to create a sing along or to end a song with authority. Shows the audience you’re on the same page and shows your band mates you WERE paying attention during your solo ha. 🎸😜

[@zachvanslyke4341]

As an intermediate harmonica player, I so greatly value your videos that focus on phrasing. Thank you.

[@lesshrubb203]

Thanks Ian, this is probably your most useful lesson yet! Greetings from England 😀👍🏻

[@msenecal]

Love the train analogy for soloing. Your teaching is right on track.

[@mondocain]

What a great lesson Stich. Very Jerry. He was such a melodic guitar player. Thank you for letting us on the train!

[@ozozerene]

Not only does Ian Stitch shine light in darkness, he is an example of how to be. Thanks man, for making the world a better place. Such an antidote to all the negativity on the internet. You, literally, rock and that's what music is supposed to be.

[@jeremyb4102]

Such a good dude and great teacher. Stay humble.

[@mungvalte7239]

I so inlove with this tutorial

[@RobinhoGuitarCovers]

One of the best improvisation tips I have ever heard. And i heard a lot. This man is a legend. I wish he was my neighbor

[@sallysigler727]

Exactly what I needed to know! That ability to play melody, leave it and return

[@joeybennett2298]

man...the way you broke this down is gold. Much appreciated!

[@superreality3823]

Have loved your style, content and delivery and has really helped advance my playing through lockdowns and all. You are the only KZbin guitar genius who smiles (nearly) as much as Tim Pierce

[@gearViewmirror]

I'll back that!🎸🤘🎸

[@LESSISMOREMOREORLESS]

I'm stich, stich, stichin' up all my chor-a-ords! hey, hey hey hey! :) I'm hopin' back, on the melody track!

[@bigwave56boogieboard35]

Thank you for your service

[@ruthlessadmin]

Great lesson! I normally play bass these days, so don't do much soloing, but figured out semi-recently that learning the melody can also lead to much better bass lines, as well. At the same time, it's a very effective and more engaging way to master the fret board than just drilling exercises alone (which is still important). I was garbage at guitar because I was more focused on impressing people by playing impressive sounding shit. While that is good for developing technique, it will get you nowhere at learning how to actually write anything, let alone improvise.

[@maxellison55]

Being able to visualize the lesson with "mental picture" analogies make learning tremendously easier than any other teachers I've watched on youtube. Makes learning your concepts simple and easy!

[@stevebelcher295]

Hey stich i just tried something and it works great i was playing to a backing track ( funky blues in Cm in the style of john mayer ) but i switched from Cm to Am during the song and it sounds amazing! I know this is modal playing and you have done many videos on it but its like a new discovery for me and i had to tell the teacher . Thanks buddy you are definitely the best teacher on KZbin

[@stevebelcher295]

Actually its C to Cm but whatever its still awesome

[@wagonet]

wow, literally exactly the kind of video i needed to see right now. this is great thank you. Learning how to improv over melody and this helps so much.

[@Ben-Ken]

Thanks!

[@StichMethodGuitar]

Amazing! Thank you

[@kenwolf6293]

Wow you have inspired me to start playing my guitars again..massive ty..Steve Stein showed a simple way of playing solos dropping down one string from the bottom E..and playing six notes..with both of these im looking forward to putting solos behingd my own songs..

[@The73275]

So simple, yet has been so elusive for me, this video has finally found what was there all along, someone to explain is simple terms what to look for, bravo Sir, now I just need to practice my discovery.

[@teleplayer7081]

If I'm not mistaken , I believe it was a video I watched quite awhile ago from you and in the lesson, you were talking about knowing where to cut off in your solos and come back in. I can't remember exactly but I believe it was about getting back to your root notes. Anyway, it was an excellent lesson and it really helps teach you to listen for that certain note you needed to get too, to complete the "paragraph "....for better lack of words :). I found that lesson to be very valuable. Anyway, excellent lessons as always!!!!! Thank you so!!!

[@patrickwarnshuis8344]

You are my favorite guitar teacher. Just wanted to let you know that 🙏🏼

[@bennymaduro4021]

Waw a lesson that makes sense and easy fo follow was looking for a long time for a lesson like yours my friend thank you.

[@theconnoisseur5]

You've helped me with so much! No one else on KZbin comes close to your style of teaching and simplifying the hard stuff. Hands down the best free guitar lessons

[@andrewb8914]

I can't tell you have valuable this videos has been. It should have a million views!

[@StichMethodGuitar]

Spread the word!😬

[@manchesterdave]

I was watching a Samantha Fish video the other day and she was explaining her song writing process, she said she plays guitar exactly how you have just described here. Quality.

[@garryborg7166]

What a great way to teach how to improvise. I know scales but not how to put it all together. Great teacher. Thx.. GB

[@DaveRossignol]

Great explanation. Your presentation is well paced and builds nicely. Explaining the improvisational concepts in layers - starting with the fundamentals. Your demeanour is so calm and pleasing. Thank you.

[@joschawil]

Thanks so much. That one lesson is something I've tried to figure out for quite a long time. I will apply that to my own steps. But you got me going.

[@rybonesk737]

These are the greatest guitar lessons I’ve ever seen

[@mirllewist3086]

Great! Love the idea of the vocal melody train and the improv train - awesome metaphor and really an ah-hah moment! Thanks!

[@jeffro.]

I love your train analogy! ( Wife & I are train nuts anyway, but this perfectly describes it, so you can use the melody tune or the rhythm, as you demonstrated ) You came up with such a great metaphor, now I'm going to be thinking that way all the time! The funny thing is, what you describe is what I've been doing my whole life, and maybe why I've been so interested in playing guitar. So many songs I've listened to, maybe a Stones song, or CCR or whatever, and the guitar in my brain will start "ad lib-ing" a lead solo to it! I can't believe doing it on a real guitar is as easy as just jumping onto the other train riff & going back and forth like you showed (didya catch that, I put "riff" instead of "roof" to keep the metaphor going, lol). Now I can't wait to start practicing this with my real guitar! Awesome! You're a genius, dude!

[@abbeyzondo]

The best tutorial ever, using my favorite song. Thank you!

[@hmtaylor7]

Agreed that playing vocal melody is key and sounds great. However I think it’s harder to find the vocal melody than let on here -- you’re skilled at it ! A video focusing on that piece would be awesome!

[@shannondelima3028]

That would be nice for me too ngl

[@Pey10_littleton]

How am I just now finding out about this guy? Absolutely opened up my whole mind on soloing!

[@SKOVDEPETE]

You are so smoooth Stich. A real joy to follow. Saving this one in my tool box 😊😊😊

[@1davhar]

I'm off and running! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and insight. This is a great lesson and has really spurred me on.

[@vassilisvks2780]

First 5 minutes and my mind is already blown! Top class Sir!

[@stewea57]

Great video, getting a Stich notification is the best!

[@unclet5112]

Wow! Right time, right place….for me, the lightbulb just went off!!!! Thank you Thank you Thank you!!

[@songsbysesandi4780]

Indeed this is the best video on improvisation after watching dozens of videos on how to improvise.

[@bluntwrap07]

stich really is the method , every video is worth checking out ,

[@Birdog88]

Dude! Thank you so much. I have been a casual guitar player for 15 years and always struggled to make a solo sound like it meant something. This just unlocked a whole new world for me.

[@StichMethodGuitar]

Awesome to hear! So glad it helped.

[@johnberg1326]

Really nice lesson. Always appreciate the melodic chase.

[@cadrat1962]

Excellent, Excellent lesson...lightbulbs going off everywhere...🙂

[@ardennenwijzer2583]

One of the best impro lessons I've seen! Thanks Stich!

[@mickwalker8887]

Perfect explanations with a huge amount of information in a short space of time Emotional and inspirational Thank you

[@MustafaBaabad]

Thank you Ian. I just watch it again and yes there is some lesson that I learn that I did not catch it the last time. Cheers from Indonesia.

[@milltreestudios]

Genius .. thanks so much … heading home on the train and will work through this tonight.

[@rpavich]

I can say that this really is a secret weapon in my soloing toolkit. Not only does it produce good solos, but you never get lost or are at a loss as to what to play either. I’m in a soft rock band called “the Truckstop Hooligans “ here in Florida and use this idea all of the time because we play all original music and it’s a great way to formulate a solo section because coming up with guitar parts that our unique and interesting to the song isn’t always easy, and using the melody solves a lot of that problem

[@terrycurzon1318]

I can get so bamboozled by guitar tutorials, you my friend explain things so well, you are brilliant make music seem so simple, which basically it is…

[@peterhattan5048]

Hey Stitch. I really like the analogy of the train. Each chord is a cart. I like it. It helps me. Thanks

[@rantonasoavinaraoelson9503]

perfect lesson, you answer what i was looking for during a long time. Many thanks

[@paulpulati9613]

Excellent breakdown. You really sewed those two aspects together. 😎 They say ‘Rhythm is king,” and it’s true. We’ll all forgive mistakes with notes. But don’t get out of time! However, melody is Queen. Improvisation is melody, and it sure helps to know how to actually play the melody to be able to dance around it. Very good lesson; keep up the good work, and thanks for all your efforts. 👍

[@1minutecomicswalahollywood648]

Nice music, Nice soul. Stay blessed.

[@MrStallion82]

Simply the best. Period. Thank you again Stich!

[@KP11520]

Well placed double stops allow one foot on each train ramping up to the transitions back and forth! Even better when used randomly when extra feelz is the focus. Intro, Outro, Bridge and so on!

[@jasontingle846]

You're the only one that made any sense that I seen so far that's cool