Here's How To Write Better Guitar Solos

Here's how to write better guitar solos. We're never really taught how to write a good guitar solo. We often just learn how to improvise and 'see what happens'. However, does improvising alone lead to better guitar solos? In this video we cover the importance of listening to your takes when recording guitar solos, whether that's for a song you're working on, or for a YouTube video or Instagram post - the approach remains the same. In this video we analyse a couple of famous guitar solos and talk about the approach to 'writing' them. There are some best practices that, if you incorporate into your guitar recording approach, will definitely lead to better guitar solos. Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:30 - Playing a Guitar Solo 1:38 - Misconceptions about 'Writing' Guitar Solos 2:20 - Stevie Ray Vaughan - Tightrope 3:17 - Reverse Engineering Solos 3:51 - John Mayer Clip Analysis 6:45 - Blending Writing + Improvising 7:15 - Summary/Key Takeaways --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisharveymusic ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ My name is Chris Harvey, I'm a UK-based Guitarist, Guitar Tutor, Session Guitarist and Content Creator. I've been playing guitar for 15 years and have a Degree in Music Technology. My channel is all about creating content for the modern-day guitarist. I want to provide you with everything you need to know to achieve the best tone, the best playing, and guide you through the wonderful world of creating a brand for yourself as a Guitar Player. #writingguitarsolos #howtowriteguitarsolos #writingbetterguitarsolos #howtowritebetterguitarsolos #leadguitar #guitarlessons #guitartutorial