What Learning Gilmour’s Solos Taught Me About Soloing - 446
Learning David Gilmour’s solos for a Pink Floyd tribute band reminded me that great solos aren’t about playing more notes, they’re about choosing the right ones. In this episode, I talk about phrasing, restraint, and how staying true to a style while still improvising is a fine line every guitarist has to learn to walk.
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