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Why The Best Solos Don't Start With Scales - 475

July 22 · 27 min · Season 1 · Episode 475 · 26.8 MB
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Many guitarists believe better solos come from learning more scales, but great improvisation often starts somewhere else entirely. In this episode, we'll explore why the melody may be the most overlooked tool for creating solos that sound musical, memorable, and connected to the song.

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SHOWNOTES: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/5-things-to-practice-every-single-day-save-decades-of-frustration

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