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Looking for Electric Guitar Lessons?<\/h2>
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Thanks to the internet, electric guitar lessons<\/strong> will never be the same again. Instructional books and private lessons have been superseded by online streaming services offering everything in an instantly accessible format. DVD courses are another viable option for cutting the costs of private tuition. Whichever type of course you choose, you can go from a novice to a rock and roll powerhouse from the comfort of your own home, and at your own pace. If the inconvenience and expense of tuition has always put you off learning, now is the time.<\/p>

With so many options available choosing one specific course can be a time consuming task. Don’t worry though as we’ve gone ahead and researched the top electric guitar courses for you.<\/p>

We’ve reviewed and compared the top courses offering electric guitar lessons. Check out the comparison chart below to compare the most popular courses side-by-side.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>

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Electric Guitar Lessons: Buying Guide<\/h3>

Choosing the best course for the electric guitar is dependent on what you want from the instrument. Think about the genres you\u2019re most interested in and check to see if the courses cover them. Most courses have rock and blues, but it\u2019s worth checking for other genres, and you should look at the number of lessons in each if possible. If you want to compose your own music or join in at jam nights, you need a good grounding in music theory. Lessons in theory will usually be built in to the specific genre sections, but there might also be a separate part of the course dedicated to it.<\/p>

The Fundamentals<\/h3>

The fundamentals of guitar apply to both the acoustic and the electric guitar. Don\u2019t think that you won\u2019t need open chords because you don\u2019t want to play acoustic. You need the basic knowledge which applies to all guitarists before you can start soloing with your teeth and chugging out awesome riffs. Absolute beginners need to know how to hold the guitar properly, change strings and play notes, and even if you\u2019ve played a little before, a refresher on basic chords and scales is advised before moving onto the harder stuff.<\/p>

Vital Genres<\/h3>

The styles covered are extremely important for electric guitar but most courses will cover rock and blues. Many guitarists say that blues is the most essential style for electric guitar because it is so widely influential and has a rich history. Elements of blues are common in rock, metal, bluegrass and many other genres of music, so having an understanding of it will give you a deeper grasp of composition. Rock is also essential, if only because it has spawned so many subgenres. You\u2019ll learn some key techniques which are useful in genres such as punk and metal.<\/p>

Lead Skills<\/h3>

Any course suitable for electric guitar should have a specialist section on lead playing. Most learners dream of belting out face-melting solos with blistering pace in front of a crowd of adoring fans, but it doesn\u2019t happen overnight. You need a detailed knowledge of different techniques such as hammer-ons, pull-offs, slides, bends and vibrato, so these should all be taught on any course you choose. Scales are also essential, because these are used to compose lead parts. Online streaming services usually come with scale libraries, and the more scales they include the better.<\/p>

Video Quality<\/h3>

Videos are the core components of most electric guitar lessons, so the quality of them is important. You should be able to see both of the instructor\u2019s hands clearly, and multiple camera angles and close-ups are beneficial. Some courses include tablature for the exercises within the video, but the information should be at least available on the same web page. DVD courses usually provide the extra information in a companion booklet, but it is often also displayed on-screen. Find some screen shots or sample lessons to see which courses present the clearest lessons.<\/p>

Electric Guitar Lessons: Conclusion<\/h3>

Because of the vast number of lessons available, subscription-based streaming services are the best option for learning the instrument. The best electric guitar lessons are offered by JamPlay<\/a>, because of the high-quality, structured video lessons and wide range of topics covered. They offer special courses on rock, metal, blues, funk, jazz, lead playing and improving your speed. Combine this with a goliath chord library and a well-stocked scale database, and you have the ultimate electric guitar course.<\/p><\/div>

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