In this lesson, we will explore two essential techniques in guitar playing: slides and hammer-ons/pull-offs. Slides involve smoothly transitioning from one note to another by sliding your finger along the fretboard, creating a seamless connection between the two notes. Hammer-ons and pull-offs, on the other hand, involve using your fretting hand to create legato effects without the need for picking each note individually.

Slides can add a smooth and fluid quality to your playing, allowing you to connect notes in a more expressive manner. Hammer-ons and pull-offs are essential for creating fast and intricate passages, as they help you play multiple notes in quick succession with minimal effort. By mastering these techniques, you will be able to add dynamics and complexity to your guitar playing, enhancing your overall musicality.

Bending involves bending a string to change its pitch, adding expression and emotion to your playing. Vibrato, on the other hand, involves a slight and rapid variation in pitch, creating a wavering effect that can add depth and soul to your playing. Make sure you can use varied speeds, and depths when using vibrato. Make sure when bending you are bending to a note and use different fingers and techniques for bending.

Mastering bending and vibrato can take your playing to the next level, enhancing your ability to express yourself through your guitar. By understanding the mechanics and techniques behind bending and vibrato, you will be able to incorporate these techniques into your playing seamlessly, adding dynamic and emotive elements to your music.

Key Lesson Concepts:

• Learn the proper technique for bending strings to achieve the desired pitch change.
• Practice incorporating vibrato into your playing to add depth and emotion to your music.
• Experiment with different bending and vibrato techniques to develop your own unique style.
• Slides create a seamless connection between notes
• Hammer-ons and pull-offs are essential for creating fast passages
• Mastering these techniques enhances your musical expression and dynamics
• Bend to a pitch and vibrato at different rates and speeds