Learn how to play heavy metal guitar, including tips and techniques for soloing, shredding, tapping, picking and scales in this free online video music lesson.
There are 18 videos in this series:
Learn how to use two hand tapping in heavy metal guitar playing in this free video lesson.
Learn how to use a tremolo arm or whammy bar in heavy metal guitar playing in this free video lesson.
Learn how to tap notes to create harmonic tones in heavy metal guitar playing in this free video lesson.
Learn how to use sweep picking in heavy metal guitar playing in this free video lesson.
Learn how to use string skipping diminished arpeggios in heavy metal guitar playing in this free video lesson.
Learn how to use string skipping arpeggios in heavy metal guitar playing in this free video lesson.
Learn how to practice guitar speed picking for heavy metal guitar playing in this free video lesson on musical instruments.
Learn how to use shredding in heavy metal guitar playing in this free video lesson.
Learn how to play a seven string guitar in heavy metal music in this free video lesson.
Learn how to use pinch harmonic techniques in heavy metal guitar playing in this free video lesson.
Learn how to play the pentatonic scale in heavy metal guitar playing in this free video lesson.
Learn how to use palm muting techniques in heavy metal guitar playing in this free video lesson.
Learn how to play octaves in heavy metal guitar in this free video lesson.
Learn how to use legato techniques in heavy metal guitar playing in this free online video music lesson on how to play metal guitar solos.
Learn how to play harmonic minor scales for heavy metal guitar playing in this free video lesson.
Learn how to use Drop D Tuning in heavy metal guitar playing in this free video lesson.
Learn how to use drop B tuning in heavy metal guitar playing in this free video lesson.
Learn how to use distortion in heavy metal guitar playing in this free video lesson.
Heavy metal is a style of rock music typified by loud, distorted guitars and bombastic drumming. The genre’s roots stem from the “heavy” blues rock of Led Zeppelin and Deep Purple, as well as the darker sounds of Black Sabbath which later inspired the New Wave of British Heavy Metal movement of the late 1970s and early 1980s. Bands like Judas Priest and Iron Maiden incorporated many classical constructions to their music, creating an aggressive and intricate sound. When it comes to heavy metal, the guitar and drums dominate the sound, and the louder the music, the better. Theatrics are a big part of heavy metal music as well and it is not uncommon to see pyrotechnics and props used onstage at a concert. In this series of videos, get tips on the basics of heavy metal guitar playing. Learn how to tune your guitar to various octaves in this series. Also get expert tips on cool guitar effects like distortion, scales and shredding. Learn more about pinch and tap harmonics and harmonic minor. Get tips on playing a seven string metal guitar including tips on speed picking and shredding. Watch as our expert demonstrates the differences between skimping arpeggios and skipping diminished arpeggios. Learn how to use the whammy bar to get a special effect and bend the sound of certain notes. After watching this series of videos, impress your friends with your new heavy metal guitar skills.
Gary Schutt Gary Schutt was born and raised in Monticello, NY, and was taught how to play drums by his father. He later learned to play guitar. Gary attended Berklee College of Music. He graduated in 1990 with a BA in songwriting and taught there for two summers. In 1992 Gary relocated to L.A. to join Jeff Scott Soto's (Yngwie Malmsteen, Talisman, now Journey) new band SLAM. The band didn't make it but a friendship entailed. Over the years, Gary fine tuned his guitar playing skills and various styles in numerous Top 40 and Rock cover bands. In 2002 Gary started touring the world with Soto's solo band, this time as bass guitarist. Four tours and 12 countries later, Gary left Soto's band to concentrate on his solo material. Gary has written over 150 songs, has 5 CDs, and 1 DVD currently available. He also has produced music videos and DVDs for Jeff Scott Soto, Talisman, Ken Tamplin, Adrift and Daize Shayne through his video production company, Shut Up Productions.dkdk
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