Master the art of melodic guitar solos using the power of triads! In this guitar lesson, you'll discover how to break free from the pentatonic box and create more musical, sophisticated solos using chord tones and triad shapes.
Perfect for intermediate guitarists looking to understand the theory behind great solos, this tutorial shows you step-by-step how to use major and minor triads to outline chord progressions and create memorable melodic phrases. You'll learn practical triad shapes, inversions, and how to connect them smoothly across the fretboard.
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✨ What you'll learn:
- Essential triad shapes and inversions
- How to target chord tones in your solos
- Techniques for connecting triad shapes
- Musical examples and licks
- Tips for creating melodic phrases
Whether you're into blues, rock, or jazz, understanding triads will transform your lead playing and help you create more intentional, theory-based solos. Stop relying on scales alone - learn how to use chord knowledge to level up your guitar solos today!
TABs and backing track on Patreon: https://patreon.com/rynaylorguitar
⏱️ Timestamps:
0:00 I'll teach you how you can use triads when creating a musical guitar solo
0:10 The guitar solo using triad shapes
0:55 Hey!
1:11 Your FREE Triad PDF
1:20 The Progression (Key of C♯ minor)
1:42 Measures 1 and 2 (C♯m)
2:12 Measures 3 and 4 (A)
3:02 Measures 5 and 6 (E)
3:55 Measures 7 and 8 (B7)
4:40 Measures 9 and 10 (C♯m)
5:28 Measures 11 and 12 (A)
5:56 Measures 13 and 14 (E)
6:33 Measures 15 and 16 (B7)
7:31 Another look at the triad solo
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