Let's look at building phrases with a strong melodic core. Very cool writing exercise.

A melodic instrumental piece based in the style of John Petrucci. I recorded my interpretation of one of John's songs called Wishful Thinking which can be found on his solo album.

Melodic guitar solo over atmospheric progressive metal.

Melodic lines with strong target notes

Develop your timing skills with melodic riffs.

Explore the melodic playing of Joe Satriani and improve your bending, sliding and phrasing skills.

Melodic song that utilizes various phrasing and expression techniques.

How to phrase over a pop ballad, using melodic ideas with just one scale plus hitting chord tones.

One of the greatest shredders in the 80's, but also a soulful and versatile musician. Let's explore some of his melodic playing in this lesson.