The Arms of Sorrow: Authentic Guitar TAB
4 Artists * 16 Songs * Your Playlist: Dream Theater, Killswitch Engage, Mastodon, Rush
Item: 00-PS-0012680
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Description
Get the authentic, full TAB for 16 of the fiercest songs by the world's greatest guitarists.
From Killswitch Engage: The Arms of Sorrow * My Curse * The End of Heartache * Rose of Sharyn.
From Dream Theater: Forsaken * Constant Motion * Through Her Eyes * Hollow Years.
From Rush: Far Cry * Spindrift * The Larger Bowl * Workin' Them Angels.
From Mastodon: Colony of Birchmen * The Wolf Is Loose * Seabeast * Blood and Thunder.
From Killswitch Engage: The Arms of Sorrow * My Curse * The End of Heartache * Rose of Sharyn.
From Dream Theater: Forsaken * Constant Motion * Through Her Eyes * Hollow Years.
From Rush: Far Cry * Spindrift * The Larger Bowl * Workin' Them Angels.
From Mastodon: Colony of Birchmen * The Wolf Is Loose * Seabeast * Blood and Thunder.
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Additional Details
Series:
MyTunes 4 x 4 Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
156
SKU:
00-PS-0012680
More about this title
About the Composer: Mike D'Antonio
Mike D'Antonio is the bassist and founding member of Killswitch Engage, a band that has defined modern metalcore since the late 1990s. His compositional work spans four of the 16 tracks in this collection, showcasing the rhythmic foundation and harmonic sensibility that anchors some of the genre's most technically demanding material.
Why we love this
This collection captures genuine complexity without sacrificing playability. Each of these 16 pieces rewards careful study of both the big picture (song structure, dynamics, ensemble feel) and the granular details (fret positioning, palm-muting control, picking articulation), making it ideal for guitarists serious about expanding their vocabulary in modern metal and progressive rock.
What to expect
Raw, controlled fury. These pieces balance aggression with intricate architecture, moving from crushing riffs and palm-muted grooves to soaring melodic passages and moments of technical virtuosity. The emotional range spans despair, catharsis, and deliberate precision.
Who it's for
Intermediate to advanced guitarists drawn to modern metal and progressive rock. This collection suits players who have solid technique and are ready to tackle the rhythmic precision, extended techniques, and harmonic density these bands demand.
How to get the most out of it
- Study the rhythmic relationships between guitar and drums first. Metal precision lives in the pocket, not just the technical passages. Map out where the guitar locks with the kick drum and snare before drilling individual passages.
- Break palm-muted sections into chunks of 4-8 bars and lock the muting intensity to the dynamic arc of the song. Consistency matters more than speed; an even, controlled tone reads better than rushing.
- Use the TAB alongside standard notation if available elsewhere. TAB shows you where to play, but understanding interval relationships and melodic shape keeps your reading adaptable across the fretboard.
- Record yourself and listen for clarity in articulation, especially in passages with quick note sequences. The gap between "hearing it in your head" and hearing it playback reveals where tightness is needed.
How to use it
Assign individual tracks as study material throughout the year, pairing them with weekly practice goals focused on technique or style. Students working through this collection gain exposure to four different compositional voices (Killswitch Engage, Dream Theater, Rush, Mastodon), making it valuable for building awareness of what modern and progressive metal repertoire offers.
Skills your students will build
- Palm-muting control and dynamic precision
- Reading complex syncopation and polyrhythmic figures
- Extended range fretboard navigation (higher positions and alternate tunings)
- Articulation techniques including tapping, pick scrapes, and harmonic effects
- Understanding song structure and dynamics in modern metal and progressive contexts