In our quest for percussive freedom, we will explore melody making: how to stack rhythm, bass & harmony with a melodic movement on top

Probably the most important & challenging aspect of soloing!

The theme was written in two-part counterpoint. This variation is mostly single line, but it sounds like two parts are talking to each other like "question and answer".

In the style of Ian Crichton (Saga) with focusing on Articulation, Syncopated rhythm, and unison & harmonized lines.

Interval Series - Octave. Smooth jazz type melody using octave interval.

Focuses on different phrasing techniques like slide, bending,, vibrato, question and answer.

Learn to create a melody by thinking as a singer and not just as a guitar player. An emotional ballad is a good start for this.

Demonstration of question & answer.

Moderate tempo (8th notes in 160 bpm), neoclassical picking practice, combined with basic major and minor shapes. Palm muting added to make "question-response" contrast. Good warm-up for beginner alternate pickers.