5 Levels of Soloing: Easy to Advanced

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  • čas přidán 22. 05. 2024
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  • @dogsnhorses08
    @dogsnhorses08 Před 10 měsíci +138

    I'm a member of your Patreon group. Your lessons are fantastic. I'm a complete beginner and I actually made some contributions to my jam group last night using things I've learned from you. Keep up the outstanding work.

    • @ScottPaulJohnson
      @ScottPaulJohnson  Před 10 měsíci +13

      Nice to see you here! Glad to hear that my online school is helping you in a tangible way! Thanks for being a patron!

    • @knoz35
      @knoz35 Před 10 měsíci

      I was wondering if the patreon group is suitable for complete beginners.

    • @ScottPaulJohnson
      @ScottPaulJohnson  Před 10 měsíci +6

      @@knoz35 It's mainly a place for intermediate people feeling ready to embrace music theory, creativity, and playing with others, BUT I've had a few beginners join and really enjoy the experience. Might as well try it out - I've got a 7 day trial going right now

    • @knoz35
      @knoz35 Před 10 měsíci +1

      @@ScottPaulJohnson Thats great! Are you planning to make total beginner course any time soon tho?

    • @ScottPaulJohnson
      @ScottPaulJohnson  Před 10 měsíci +10

      There is so much beginner content out there, I feel like I don’t need to contribute in that area. Once you can play a few chords and a pentatonic scale, anyone interested in making music would probably have a blast learning in my school.

  • @vishrav
    @vishrav Před 10 měsíci +217

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  • @JM-gz1ej
    @JM-gz1ej Před 10 měsíci +6

    I watch a lot of guitar learning channels but you are the only one that can articulate any theory, technique fully without creating confusion to the viewers.

  • @DeDe-xo1ne
    @DeDe-xo1ne Před 10 měsíci +7

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    @swarnkar85 Před 6 dny +1

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    • @ScottPaulJohnson
      @ScottPaulJohnson  Před 10 měsíci +1

      Aww thanks! Here I am. Let me know if you like this lesson!

  • @ParthMusic
    @ParthMusic Před 9 měsíci +4

    This man is so good that his return is making plenty of people happy. No one could fill his void on CZcams. which rarely happens.

  • @muddypissfoot
    @muddypissfoot Před 10 měsíci +2

    Great video. I'm a longtime drummer that started learning guitar just before Covid. I had a few in person lessons then everything stopped. I turned to the internet to continue since I was locked in my home for a year. I fell down the CAGED rabbit hole. Something my guitar teacher and bandmates were completely against. I didn't get it at all until I stumbled across your lesson on it. I'm now a gigging guitar player and I want you to know your free videos are a huge reason. I still play drums but I can honestly say I have a better understanding of the fretboard than the guitarist in my band. He's good, but is quite limited. He's blown away with how I can play chords all over the fretboard. He has to use a capo to do what I do with the CAGED system. And he still won't learn it because he doesn't want to get "caged" in.
    Anyways thank you so much.

  • @MaitoGai10
    @MaitoGai10 Před 10 měsíci +5

    The best guitar teacher is back❤

  • @graemeb2023
    @graemeb2023 Před 10 měsíci +3

    I've been with Scott's Patreon school for almost 18 months. I've learned so much and really enjoying it. I get more enjoyment from SPJ lessons than I do my Netflix subscription. (I do, really! )

    • @ScottPaulJohnson
      @ScottPaulJohnson  Před 10 měsíci +1

      Hi Graeme! Thanks for the kind review and nice to see you out in the wild!

  • @keipos4520
    @keipos4520 Před 10 měsíci +3

    You are an amazing teacher. You have no idea how much you helped beginners to feel comfortable practicing solos.
    Thanks for your work!

    • @ScottPaulJohnson
      @ScottPaulJohnson  Před 10 měsíci

      Thank you so much! Glad you're enjoying yourself. If you want over 200 more lessons, check out my online school: www.scottpauljohnson.com/patreon
      Got a free trial going right now

  • @xxstormbringerxx
    @xxstormbringerxx Před 10 měsíci +3

    Hands down the best guitar lessons I have EVER tried. I understand the scale and fretboard systems for the first time in my life. Thank you!!!!!!

    • @ScottPaulJohnson
      @ScottPaulJohnson  Před 10 měsíci +1

      Ever? Thanks so much! Happy to help!

    • @xxstormbringerxx
      @xxstormbringerxx Před 10 měsíci +1

      @ScottPaulJohnson yes, ever. I have taken so many private lessons and no one has been able to explain the fret broad and scale like you do. I am absolutely becoming a patron member and would gladly pay you to take private lessons. I share your videos with a friend that wad trying to learn to pay lead. One year later is he playing lead in a local band. You have a gift, sir.

    • @ScottPaulJohnson
      @ScottPaulJohnson  Před 10 měsíci +1

      Very cool! It’s nice to know I’m helping people. Thanks for sharing

  • @walt4670
    @walt4670 Před 9 měsíci +2

    The way you explain things is so perfect for people just starting out with theory. Calling a pentatonic scale the "skeleton" of a major scale... you really have a mind for explaining concepts, and as someone who works in developing training programs across different industries, anytime you're looking for a career in education, it's waiting for you :).

  • @giuseppebonura5187
    @giuseppebonura5187 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Best illustration I've seen, helps me get my head around it, thanks!

  • @creeperstevey3
    @creeperstevey3 Před 10 měsíci +5

    your visualizations are so good and intuitive! you must put so much time into these videos! keep up the good work!

    • @ScottPaulJohnson
      @ScottPaulJohnson  Před 10 měsíci +1

      Yeah we've been working on this one since February I think - 5 months. Sheesh

    • @stephenperez7168
      @stephenperez7168 Před 9 měsíci

      ​@@ScottPaulJohnsonWe definitely appreciate your efforts!

  • @las_lucas
    @las_lucas Před 4 měsíci +4

    This is gold, literally gold, I’ve never seen any content like this, thanks a lot 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @cylien
    @cylien Před 5 měsíci +1

    Just randomly ran up into your channel, and this is simply one of the best guitar lesson I've found on CZcams. Thank you!!

  • @firemonkey1015
    @firemonkey1015 Před 4 měsíci +3

    This is so good, you putting up all the notes on the fretboard is so useful

  • @inemmichaelofficial3488
    @inemmichaelofficial3488 Před 10 měsíci +2

    I love this! So helpful Scott. thanks a lot. Stay blessed ❤️

  • @HarryMcKenzy
    @HarryMcKenzy Před 9 měsíci +1

    Woah ! the production value and the pedagogy are off the chart ! what a great work you provide ! thank you very much !!!

  • @Rohorg
    @Rohorg Před 10 měsíci +2

    Thank you Scott! This is amazing! Those diagrams are tickling parts of my brain that I never used before!

  • @bryanheck5091
    @bryanheck5091 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Your content is so good. And your production quality is fantastic. Thanks man.

  • @teleplayer7081
    @teleplayer7081 Před 9 měsíci +1

    You Never cease to amaze me with the video tutorials you put out.
    I am finally going to get some time to sit down and start learning.
    I definitely need to join your patreon membership. Thank you for all that you do! Very much appreciated!!!!

  • @senorpink9230
    @senorpink9230 Před 9 měsíci

    Glad that you're back, I've been learning to play notes and solos recently,just discovered your channel and I've learnt a lot from you 😊 thank you

  • @leosmith7384
    @leosmith7384 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Scott is truly one of the best (if not the best ) guitar instructors bar none

  • @t0msie
    @t0msie Před 4 měsíci +3

    I can't believe it took me until now for the algorithm to find you [the caged video was the first one suggested]. You're one of few CZcams guitar channels that gives great quality lessons, and have the best format with the screen layout and the overlays on the frets by far.

  • @trusarmor4957
    @trusarmor4957 Před 10 měsíci +3

    always great vids, we appreciate it.

  • @HardcoreOreider
    @HardcoreOreider Před 10 měsíci +1

    Good to see you finally back!

  • @jibicusmaximus4827
    @jibicusmaximus4827 Před 9 měsíci

    the second solo is great too! you have a very nuanced touch, i have played for decades and watch guitar videos all day, you have great taste and a unique voice on the instrument!

  • @Nikhilsharma-dp9tw
    @Nikhilsharma-dp9tw Před 10 měsíci

    Thanks Scott! Your tuts are awesome, I regret not finding you few years back when i'm a student and have lot of time to invest in music. Will go slow n steady!

  • @jarehelt
    @jarehelt Před 7 měsíci +4

    I had really good teachers growing up. Using a lot of Solfège explinations. However I've never got passed noodling around scales. Even tho I knew them all, the cage system, the modes and chromatic scales. I never quite got how to use them properly in dynamic situations. I will be sure to study this diligently, thank you for your service 🙏

  • @afpierson
    @afpierson Před 9 měsíci +1

    Glad you are back!!!

  • @eclecticexplorer7828
    @eclecticexplorer7828 Před 10 měsíci +1

    I am taking guitar lessons, and right now, the focus is on soloing. I have not received the tips from my instructor that I got from a few minutes of video here. Thanks, Scott!

  • @JmSmith751
    @JmSmith751 Před 10 měsíci +1

    So grateful for your videos!

  • @poj2121
    @poj2121 Před 9 měsíci

    Your lessons and all round quality of videos are amazind dude. Graphics are on point and really help nail in the theory. Great job!

  • @j.p.thagard335
    @j.p.thagard335 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Great video , outstanding, phenomenal instruction

  • @salongreed
    @salongreed Před 9 měsíci

    This and your previous video have been game changers. Thank you so much!

  • @Pradipsarkarofficiall
    @Pradipsarkarofficiall Před 7 měsíci +1

    Scott, you're a blessing to the world. ❤❤ So much of love and respect for you.

  • @PeterPaoliello
    @PeterPaoliello Před 10 měsíci

    It's taking it to the next level and justifying the reasons or the underlying structure with the help of visuals which is unmatched. Extremely valuable content. Thanks!

  • @kidspathshala3913
    @kidspathshala3913 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Please come up with more & more videos....
    They are so amazing and useful...
    Thanks for all the stuff.

  • @michaelhawkins6149
    @michaelhawkins6149 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Another great video by a great teacher. 👍

  • @shoots007
    @shoots007 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Excellent teacher!!

  • @stfuitsmeme407
    @stfuitsmeme407 Před 10 měsíci +3

    my man came from grave and dropped one the finest tutorial on solo, respect 🛐

    • @ScottPaulJohnson
      @ScottPaulJohnson  Před 10 měsíci +1

      I've been VERY much alive working on my online school. I've got a free 7 day trial going right now. Come check it out. It's all I've been doing for three years.
      www.patreon.com/ScottPaulJohnson

    • @stfuitsmeme407
      @stfuitsmeme407 Před 10 měsíci

      @@ScottPaulJohnson I will, thank you very much.

  • @zerohero147
    @zerohero147 Před 2 měsíci

    I love these videos.
    They outstand from all the similar ones. Such a cool work on all the visualization make the process so easy and understanding process effortless.

  • @daarky
    @daarky Před 9 měsíci +1

    Just spent 45 minutes jamming to your backing tracks using your principles and I haven't felt this good about my playing in a long time :D. Thanks!

  • @justinrichmond-decker9037
    @justinrichmond-decker9037 Před 9 měsíci

    Thanks so much, this is the best lesson I have seen on this topic. The guideline for how to play over Chord Tones is especially useful.

  • @ericgarcia4941
    @ericgarcia4941 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Thank you
    Starting the year off right 💪 I’ve learned a lot❗️

  • @lowellton_ville
    @lowellton_ville Před 10 měsíci +2

    Good to see the master again👍👏

  • @mustafamalek4482
    @mustafamalek4482 Před 9 měsíci +1

    This literally a gem!!!

  • @NeoArch
    @NeoArch Před 9 měsíci +1

    you are a legend bro, no homo the videos you put out has multiple times answered my question EXACTLY the way i understand it! thank you brother!

  • @Toniitony
    @Toniitony Před 9 měsíci

    This is how you do it. Good job Scott. Thank you.

  • @guidefreitas
    @guidefreitas Před 9 měsíci +1

    This is amazing. Thank you so much for this content.

  • @jacostoffbergh9544
    @jacostoffbergh9544 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Awesome lecture. Thank you so much. This video explaining things I never truly understood

  • @ngophuthanh
    @ngophuthanh Před 8 měsíci

    Great content, great delivery. You are amazing. Thank you.

  • @jonasxie5230
    @jonasxie5230 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Your videos are Always helpful. Thank you

  • @brandonwillis2024
    @brandonwillis2024 Před 9 měsíci

    Just a relaxing video on music. So calm and easy to learn from

  • @angelitoberja63
    @angelitoberja63 Před 10 měsíci

    Keep uploading new videos sir! You're 1 of the good guitar teacher here in CZcams. I always learn new lessons every time I watch your video. Keep it up.

  • @markkempster7367
    @markkempster7367 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Brilliant graphics. Thanks for taking the time to make these vids

  • @boomerdell
    @boomerdell Před 10 měsíci

    Truly one of the very best guitar instructors out there. Thank you, SPJ!

  • @HopeMlebe
    @HopeMlebe Před 9 měsíci +5

    Dude where have you been, been waiting for these amazing lessons for ages

  • @jacobricottone3337
    @jacobricottone3337 Před 9 měsíci

    You are literally the best guitar teacher I've ever had man! Keep up the amazing work

  • @jappuu
    @jappuu Před 9 měsíci

    WELCOME BACK SIR! I watched ur video 3 years ago and I can say that i've improved throughout these years upon stumbling to ur video. Greetings from Philipines 🇵🇭

  • @bryanwilliams1662
    @bryanwilliams1662 Před 10 měsíci

    I stumbled upon your channel, and I'm amazed at the ease in which you explain your lessons. It is refreshing. Although, I am not a Patreon contributor, I will continue to watch for new content. Thanks for what you do.

  • @glennbautista1470
    @glennbautista1470 Před 10 měsíci

    Great guitar teacher,very clear ,simple ,complete illusration,many thanks.

  • @IZ7IZ7
    @IZ7IZ7 Před 4 měsíci +1

    That is such a helpful way of visualizing chord tone soloing

  • @cwaigio
    @cwaigio Před 9 měsíci

    Very clear and concise, especially found the chord targeting explanation useful thanks!

  • @artedealcohol
    @artedealcohol Před 9 měsíci

    Thanks for your videos. I’m learning so much with them!

  • @addicted2craftbeer
    @addicted2craftbeer Před 7 měsíci +3

    I love the diagram circle for the notes, makes so much more sense. Tha ks for this great video

    • @ScottPaulJohnson
      @ScottPaulJohnson  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Awesome! That’s my favorite update as well. Helps with getting the concept on any instrument

  • @blakeanderson7906
    @blakeanderson7906 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Cool to see a new video, thank you!🤘

  • @thecomedian2299
    @thecomedian2299 Před 8 měsíci

    The level of intricate detail in that video just baffles me, also, knowing that this is "only" the beginning of what is possible
    Thank you for this.

  • @janetrivers7332
    @janetrivers7332 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Love your teaching style, so easy to listen to your voice-
    You ate a natural born teacher!!! and easy to follow!!
    Yikes, I am impressed!!

  • @valerijab6775
    @valerijab6775 Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you, these tutorials are just incredible

  • @stash7714
    @stash7714 Před 10 měsíci +1

    This is where I’m at and my interest lies in my current progress on guitar. Glad to see a new vid from ya

  • @philjames1019
    @philjames1019 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Despite being sadly few and far between, my eyes always light up when I discover a newly released video from you Scott.
    The practical detail, and the superior quality of your graphics is awesome ... thanks so much!!

  • @TalabahaLeather
    @TalabahaLeather Před 9 měsíci

    Can't express how cool this lesson is. I love this dude so much.

  • @DonRamiro1
    @DonRamiro1 Před 9 měsíci +1

    I have had countless instructors. None of them ever taught me any of this. I think one taught me the major scale but never taught me anything about the 1, the 3 or the 5th note.
    No. It was always pentatonic minor, first box "let's jam" at the end of the lesson.
    This is a really good channel. I can't wait to get going on this.

  • @josevicentejaramillo
    @josevicentejaramillo Před 4 měsíci +1

    It's been years since I search for this video. Thank you so much!

  • @Scottysaan
    @Scottysaan Před 9 měsíci

    Thanks for the soloing over chord principles. This made a lot of sense. ROCK ON!

  • @tom_d-_-b
    @tom_d-_-b Před 9 měsíci +2

    Your videos are so unbelievably helpful, it's astonishing to me how you can make any topic so easy to understand, and in such a practical way. Thank you.

  • @JM-bs8gs
    @JM-bs8gs Před 10 měsíci

    I really really really love the way you explain your lessons, it is soooo clear. I have been looking for so many years for a teacher like you to come along and I can't believe I found you. I also love the way you use the fret board and diagrams to illustrate your teaching. I will sign up to your online lessons for sure. Thank you so much and God bless!

  • @transhackr1225
    @transhackr1225 Před 7 měsíci +5

    What a beautiful video. So much effort put into this. Good job my man!

    • @ScottPaulJohnson
      @ScottPaulJohnson  Před 7 měsíci +2

      It was the most effort I've ever put into a video! Thanks for appreciating it!

  • @CY3ER
    @CY3ER Před 4 měsíci +2

    Awesome, love your videos! They're a treasure trove for an amatuer self taught guitarist. Watching your vids has vastly improved my solo's and improv. Thank you so much!

  • @alexlaux3995
    @alexlaux3995 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Wow this is the best soloing lesson I've ever seen.

  • @chadcazares8142
    @chadcazares8142 Před 3 měsíci +2

    brother I just found your channel and I'm having a great time going through your videos thank you so much for what you do

  • @joelwidell1441
    @joelwidell1441 Před 9 měsíci

    Another awesome lesson, thanks. Welcome back

  • @billbowdoin7541
    @billbowdoin7541 Před 10 měsíci

    This lesson is golden! Thank you for for sharing some insight on such a grey area.

  • @the.mad.villain
    @the.mad.villain Před 10 měsíci

    this is great SPJ! I always think a master of a field is one who can explain complex concepts in a simple way. you have an unmatched skill for taking something that is 'mystified' for beginners (like 7th and 9ths) and explaining it in a way that can be understood perfectly. the system of layering existing knowledge before gradually introducing new concepts, in this video and others, is a fantastic way to teach.
    keep it up! you are creating more guitarists in the world every day. :)

  • @francisadung5161
    @francisadung5161 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Thank you very much for the lesson
    Your tutorial really transform my playing since I started watching you

  • @gecko499
    @gecko499 Před 10 měsíci +2

    It didn't matter if you were going to post more free content because I was planning on being a patron as soon as I found a job. But I appreciate that you are 👍

    • @ScottPaulJohnson
      @ScottPaulJohnson  Před 10 měsíci +1

      If you're in a hurry, I've got a 7 day trial going right now!

  • @kevpad1
    @kevpad1 Před 10 měsíci +1

    The *best* lesson on playing over changes for soloing newbies. Breaks it down and builds it up. Nicely done!

    • @ScottPaulJohnson
      @ScottPaulJohnson  Před 10 měsíci

      Wow! Best? Thanks. Been thinking about and planning how to do this lesson for a long time.

  • @aleguitar
    @aleguitar Před 9 měsíci

    Gracias Scott!!

  • @barrycoulter6951
    @barrycoulter6951 Před 3 měsíci

    My new favorite learning source!

  • @oliverm8361
    @oliverm8361 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Hey, Scott, I have been learning a lot from your tutorials and sometimes I forget that I have to use index and pinky to know minor and major. Your way of teaching is very good and precise. Thank you sir. At 72 I have made lots of progress
    Cheers

  • @wachiravichamorndachaphon5257
    @wachiravichamorndachaphon5257 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Thank you so much my best guitar teacher. I love you.

  • @Maddog566
    @Maddog566 Před 9 měsíci

    Amazing video. This is just what i needed. Thank you

  • @user-jg1rq4yg2p
    @user-jg1rq4yg2p Před 6 měsíci +2

    The animation is absolutely astonishing. Would love to see you go through solos with the same idea and breaking it down, would be extremely informative. Thank you for the quality content!

  • @masoudsherzada7332
    @masoudsherzada7332 Před 6 měsíci

    Lets aprecciate the hard work of this Man ! Just started scales and soloing and this helps me so much, i play guitar since 1 year. Thank you!

  • @roxyroo7042
    @roxyroo7042 Před 9 měsíci

    Fantastic. Thank you. Will certainly buy your stuff. Great delivery of concise solid info. Perfect.

  • @fooooked
    @fooooked Před 7 měsíci

    one of the best lessons on this topic i’ve ever seen. subbed

  • @rasinCaine_Gen
    @rasinCaine_Gen Před 8 měsíci

    Im 52 I have been playing for 3 years.
    Binge watched your video this week.
    Please keep making your videos.
    The way you explain theory is amazing.
    Cheers
    From
    🍁