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Complete Rock Guitar Method: Rock Lead Guitar Solos: Guitar Book & CD

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Complete Rock Guitar Method: Rock Lead Guitar Solos: Guitar Book & CD

Complete Rock Guitar Method: Rock Lead Guitar Solos: Guitar Book & CD

By Glenn Riley

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Make all those licks you've learned useful by putting them together into cohesive, exciting rock solos that will take your listeners wherever you want them to go. Over 20 lead guitar solos are provided in a variety of styles, and some are in styles of specific legendary players. A complete analysis of each solo discusses its chord progressions, techniques, structure and other key elements. Styles cover a range of guitar heroes spanning from 1960s and 1970s FM radio, to American and British 1980s heavy metal and contemporary progressive rock. All 20 solos are performed on the accompanying CD.

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Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 96
ISBN10: 0-7390-3159-7
ISBN13: 978-0-7390-3159-9
UPC: 038081205755
SKU: 00-21959

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Why we love this

Riley gives students a crucial bridge between learning licks and using them musically. The solos span genuine stylistic territory (from classic FM radio to progressive rock) rather than generic exercises, so players learn how different eras and players actually construct solos. The detailed analysis of each solo makes the learning transferable; students can apply what they discover about chord progression and technique to their own playing.

What to expect

Plugging into the energy and swagger of rock's greatest moments. Whether you're channeling the blues-soaked confidence of 1970s classics or the technical aggression of 1980s metal, these solos feel like conversations with the songs they accompany rather than ornamental displays.

Who it's for

Intermediate to advanced rock guitarists who can execute standard techniques but need guidance on crafting solos that sound intentional and musical. This book serves players who are ready to move beyond lick collections and want to understand how professional players structure their improvisations.

How to get the most out of it

  • Study the analysis section for each solo before learning the notes. Understanding the chord progression and structural landmarks will help you nail phrasing and dynamics, not just the technical passages.
  • Use the CD as a listening reference first. Hear how each solo sits in the mix and how the solo shapes the overall song before you learn it note by note.
  • Work through the solos in the order they appear, which progresses in difficulty and stylistic complexity. This scaffolding will build confidence and vocabulary faster than jumping around.
  • Record yourself against the backing tracks and listen back. You'll hear timing, tone, and phrasing details that are invisible when you're playing.

How to use it

Assign solos from relevant eras alongside the music your students are learning in ensemble settings. If your band is working through 1980s rock, pull a corresponding solo from Riley's heavy metal section for your lead guitarist to study and perform. The book also works well for private studio assignments where students need weekly technical and musical goals.

Skills your students will build

  • Analyzing chord progressions and harmonic movement in solo construction
  • Integrating technique (bending, vibrato, phrasing) into melodic phrases
  • Understanding stylistic differences in lead guitar playing across eras
  • Translating learned techniques into improvised and composed solos
  • Listening for and matching the emotional tone of a backing track

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