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Unit 1
Uncomfortably Sensitive
To kick things off, we'll tackle an awesome Gilmour-esque solo that highlights his use of bends, vibrato, double note rhythms and minor scale notes. These techniques are crucial to mastering his style!
Unit 2
Gilmour Arpeggios
David Gilmour isn't all about pentatonics; he uses a combination of scales and arpeggios in his soloing. To understand how you can do the same, we'll begin by learning the main three-string arpeggio shapes.
Unit 3
The Layering Effect
If you want to improvise like David Gilmour, you need "The Layering Effect" in your toolbox! You'll learn how this technique can enrich your improvisation, allowing you to easily play pentatonics, full scales, chords and arpeggios in just one position!
Unit 4
Another Plank In The Fence
Now, we're ready to tackle another solo, applying all of the theory we have learnt so far to some awesome Gilmour licks. The sound is a lot cleaner than "Uncomfortably Sensitive", so we'll have to be accurate and draw the tone from our fingers.
Unit 5
Getting The Tone
With David Gilmour it's so important to match the right guitar with the right amp, and then add a few choice pedals to really bring the sound together. In these videos, Chris will show you how we got that classic Gilmour tone!
Welcome to the David Gilmour Player Study. The perfect course for all Pink Floyd fans! Learn how to seamlessly incorporate Dave Gilmour's style into your own playing. Including full breakdowns of two awesome solos, the key techniques and theory behind Gilmour's playing, and a look at exactly what gear you need to match his tone, this course is ideal for all fans of classic rock music. decipher the scales, techniques, and arpeggios that define his genius.
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I love how David Gilmour effortlessly layers pentatonics scales with diatonic scales for an unmistakable sound
Dan Holton
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In addition to solo studies, take a deep dive into how Gilmour plays scales, chords, and arpeggios across the fretboard. Our goal is twofold: not only to teach you to play like David Gilmour but to help you understand his approach, so you can naturally incorporate ideas into your own playing. We even guide you through the gear and settings needed to replicate Gilmour's iconic tone. While this course presents challenges, it breaks them down into manageable steps, ensuring accessibility for intermediate guitarists. Get ready for an enjoyable and enlightening musical journey
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Unit 1
Uncomfortably Sensitive
To kick things off, we'll tackle an awesome Gilmour-esque solo that highlights his use of bends, vibrato, double note rhythms and minor scale notes. These techniques are crucial to mastering his style!
Unit 2
Gilmour Arpeggios
David Gilmour isn't all about pentatonics; he uses a combination of scales and arpeggios in his soloing. To understand how you can do the same, we'll begin by learning the main three-string arpeggio shapes.
Unit 3
The Layering Effect
If you want to improvise like David Gilmour, you need "The Layering Effect" in your toolbox! You'll learn how this technique can enrich your improvisation, allowing you to easily play pentatonics, full scales, chords and arpeggios in just one position!
Unit 4
Another Plank In The Fence
Now, we're ready to tackle another solo, applying all of the theory we have learnt so far to some awesome Gilmour licks. The sound is a lot cleaner than "Uncomfortably Sensitive", so we'll have to be accurate and draw the tone from our fingers.
Unit 5
Getting The Tone
With David Gilmour it's so important to match the right guitar with the right amp, and then add a few choice pedals to really bring the sound together. In these videos, Chris will show you how we got that classic Gilmour tone!
