Guitar Studies
Studies contain lessons and tutorials that cover a topic in extreme depth.
Grab a drink, get comfortable, and get learning!
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![Composing and Recording Modern Metal]()
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Composing and Recording Modern Metal
57:38
╳Instructor: Mike Salow Study Category: Style Total Lessons: 19 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: Join Mike as he takes you from start to finish in the art of composing a modern metal composition. He covers his equipment, writing techniques, and how to play his original song.
Media Length: 57:38
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![Technical Basics: Timing, Sweeping, and Tapping]()
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Technical Basics: Timing, Sweeping, and Tapping
36:48
╳Instructor: Al Joseph Study Category: Technique Total Lessons: 15 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: Al Joseph discusses the bare bones essentials when it comes to learning modern guitar techniques such as sweep picking and tapping.
Media Length: 36:48
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![A Look into the Original Music of Marco Sfogli]()
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A Look into the Original Music of Marco Sfogli
44:15
╳Instructor: Rick Graham Study Category: Artist Total Lessons: 21 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: Join Rick Graham as he takes an extremely in-depth look into two original tracks by the great Marco Sfogli (guitarist for James Labrie).
Media Length: 44:15
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![Learning Guitar in the style of Threat Signal]()
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Learning Guitar in the style of Threat Signal
25:00
╳Instructors: Chris Feener, Travis Montgomery Study Category: Artist Total Lessons: 19 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: Threat Signal is a Canadian metal band that crushes in the growing metal scene. And who better to learn from than Threat Signal's own Chris Feener and Travis Montgomery?
Media Length: 25:00
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![Tom Quayle's Playing Over Changes]()
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Tom Quayle's Playing Over Changes
1:15:29
╳Instructor: Tom Quayle Study Category: Theory Total Lessons: 30 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: In this study, Tom teaches us how to play and improvise over a series of chords that change key very frequently. Fusion to the max!
Media Length: 1:15:29
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![Licking Up the Modes Fusion-style with Mike Salow]()
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Licking Up the Modes Fusion-style with Mike Salow
1:30:51
╳Instructor: Mike Salow Study Category: Style Total Lessons: 38 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: In this study, Mike applies real-world licks to the 7 modes (Ionian, Dorian, Phrygian, Lydian, Mixolydian, Aeolian, and Locrian).
Media Length: 1:30:51
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![Acoustic Etudes in the Style of Andy McKee]()
Acoustic Etudes in the Style of Andy McKee
31:26
╳Instructors: David Soltany, Rick Graham Study Category: Artist Total Lessons: 15 Backing Track(s): None
Overview: Rick and David write beautiful etudes that capture the masterful acoustic playing of Andy McKee.
Media Length: 31:26
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![Welcome to Bending Boot Camp]()
Welcome to Bending Boot Camp
29:59
╳Instructors: Richard Lundmark, Rick Graham Study Category: Technique Total Lessons: 11 Backing Track(s): None
Overview: Richard and Rick tackle the proper ways to execute bends on the guitar and also cover the various types of bending.
Media Length: 29:59
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![Time Signatures - Understanding How and Why They Work]()
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Time Signatures - Understanding How and Why They Work
27:31
╳Instructor: Sean Conklin Study Category: Theory Total Lessons: 40 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: In this in-depth study, Sean not only explains the rhythmic theory behind time signatures, he also gives real-world examples of how to apply them.
Media Length: 27:31
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![Learning How to Play like Greg Howe]()
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Learning How to Play like Greg Howe
29:27
╳Instructors: Steve Hubbard, Mike Salow Study Category: Artist Total Lessons: 18 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: Steve and Mike cover how to master the famous "Greg Howe vibrato" along with licks to apply to your own playing.
Media Length: 29:27
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![The Infinite Guitar Christmas Collection]()
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The Infinite Guitar Christmas Collection
1:04:53
╳Instructors: Rick Graham, Chris Feener, Sean Conklin, Richard Lundmark Study Category: Style Total Lessons: 33 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: Grab your axe, sit by the Christmas tree, and sip your eggnog while IG's instructors take you on a Christmas guitar journey!
Media Length: 1:04:53
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![Vibrato: The Key Ingredient to Your Own Sound]()
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Vibrato: The Key Ingredient to Your Own Sound
1:15:51
╳Instructors: Rick Graham, Richard Lundmark Study Category: Technique Total Lessons: 17 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: Vibrato gives guitarists a unique sound and feel. Learn the best ways to incorporate vibrato into your playing so you can create your own unique personality on your guitar.
Media Length: 1:15:51
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![Learning to Play Guitar like Guthrie Govan]()
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Learning to Play Guitar like Guthrie Govan
38:35
╳Instructors: Mike Salow, Rick Graham Study Category: Artist Total Lessons: 20 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: Guthrie Govan is known as one of the most versatile and talented guitarist in the world. In this study, you'll get special insights into his unique playing.
Media Length: 38:35
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The "Ups" and "Downs" of Alternate Picking
36:44
╳Instructors: Al Joseph, Chris Feener, Martin Miller, Travis Montgomery Study Category: Technique Total Lessons: 21 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: Most guitarists use alternate picking, but it's important to make sure we have a proper foundation of the technique. Dive into this study to become an alternate picking master!
Media Length: 36:44
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![Rick Graham's Classical Guitar Classics]()
Rick Graham's Classical Guitar Classics
28:10
╳Instructor: Rick Graham Study Category: Style Total Lessons: 20 Backing Track(s): None
Overview: In this study, Rick walks us through multiple beautiful classical guitar pieces that have stood the test of time.
Media Length: 28:10
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![Health, Stretching, and Warming Up]()
Health, Stretching, and Warming Up
46:50
╳Instructors: Steve Hubbard, Richard Lundmark, Sean Conklin Study Category: Technique Total Lessons: 13 Backing Track(s): None
Overview: Keeping our fingers healthy and nimble is an essential and often overlooked aspect of guitar playing. In this study you'll learn tips to help keep yourself in top performance.
Media Length: 46:50
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![Richard Lundmark's Improvisation Study]()
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Richard Lundmark's Improvisation Study
1:15:18
╳Instructor: Richard Lundmark Study Category: Theory Total Lessons: 31 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: Richard takes us on an in-depth journey on how to unlock the fretboard to help maximize our improvisational skills.
Media Length: 1:15:18
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![Visualizing the Fretboard]()
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Visualizing the Fretboard
1:11:31
╳Instructors: Tom Quayle, Al Joseph Study Category: Theory Total Lessons: 34 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: Scales can be intimidating. Improvising with scales can be even more intimidating. That is, until you know how and why they work, which is exactly what you'll learn in this study!
Media Length: 1:11:31
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![Everything Djent]()
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Everything Djent
40:04
╳Instructors: Chris Feener, Al Joseph, Sean Conklin Study Category: Style Total Lessons: 26 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: With bands like Meshuggah and Periphery paving the way, djent has exploded in popularity within the metal scene. In this study, you'll get an in-depth overview of this growing style.
Media Length: 40:04
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![Pedalboards, Effects, Delays, and Cable Routing]()
Pedalboards, Effects, Delays, and Cable Routing
1:19:53
╳Instructors: Steve Hubbard, Richard Lundmark, Sean Conklin Study Category: Misc Total Lessons: 20 Backing Track(s): None
Overview: In this study, we're shown examples of various effect setups from IG instructors and given tips on how to create delay effects.
Media Length: 1:19:53
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![Using 7-String Guitars in Metal]()
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Using 7-String Guitars in Metal
28:10
╳Instructors: Chris Feener, Sean Conklin, Richard Lundmark Study Category: Style Total Lessons: 15 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: 7-string, 8-string, and even 9-string guitars are becoming more and more the norm in today's metal scene. In this study, we'll be taking a look at 7-string playing.
Media Length: 28:10
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![Playing Arpeggios in the Style of Frank Gambale]()
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Playing Arpeggios in the Style of Frank Gambale
23:56
╳Instructors: Mike Salow Study Category: Artist Total Lessons: 12 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: Frank Gambale is one of the smoothest players out there, and in this study Mike gives us insight as to how Gambale approaches his blistering arpeggio lines.
Media Length: 23:56
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![Legato for Beginners]()
Legato for Beginners
29:26
╳Instructors: Sean Conklin, Rick Graham, Pavel Denisjuk Study Category: Beginner Total Lessons: 15 Backing Track(s): None
Overview: In this study, IG instructors explain the very basics of legato along with the various techniques, such as hammer-ons, pull-offs, and slides.
Media Length: 29:26
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![Advanced Modern Legato]()
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Advanced Modern Legato
51:10
╳Instructors: Tom Quayle, Al Joseph, Rick Graham Study Category: Technique Total Lessons: 24 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: In this study we get an in-depth analysis of modern legato, along with several examples on how to apply it in real-world musical situations.
Media Length: 51:10
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![Strumming 101: Developing Rhythm]()
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Strumming 101: Developing Rhythm
33:05
╳Instructors: Chris Feener, Al Joseph, Sean Conklin Study Category: Beginner Total Lessons: 15 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: Learning how to strum is one of the first tasks of a beginning guitarist. In this study, you'll learn how to strum correctly and also how to understand the rhythmic theory behind strumming.
Media Length: 33:05
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![Learning How to Use Hybrid Picking]()
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Learning How to Use Hybrid Picking
44:23
╳Instructors: Rick Graham, Richard Lundmark Study Category: Technique Total Lessons: 16 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: Hybrid Picking involves using both a pick and your fingers at the same time. In this study you'll learn how to apply this technique in addition to learning examples and an etude.
Media Length: 44:23
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![Chris Feener's Hybrid Picking Metal-style]()
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Chris Feener's Hybrid Picking Metal-style
9:41
╳Instructor: Chris Feener Study Category: Style Total Lessons: 6 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: Chris goes over the hybrid-picking technique and applies it to a metal context, both with lead playing as well as riffing.
Media Length: 9:41
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![Guitar Tuning: Standard and Alternate Tunings]()
Guitar Tuning: Standard and Alternate Tunings
51:07
╳Instructors: Sean Conklin, Richard Lundmark, Chris Feener, Tom Quayle Study Category: Misc Total Lessons: 14 Backing Track(s): None
Overview: In this study, you'll learn how to tune your guitar to standard tuning as well as explore a wide variety of alternate tunings.
Media Length: 51:07
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![Achieving Great Guitar Tone with Amps and Software]()
Achieving Great Guitar Tone with Amps and Software
1:08:23
╳Instructors: Steve Hubbard, Richard Lundmark, Tom Quayle, Travis Montgomery Study Category: Misc Total Lessons: 14 Backing Track(s): None
Overview: In this study, IG instructors go over various ways to go about achieving an ideal guitar tone, whether it be with actual amps or simulated with software plugins.
Media Length: 1:08:23
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![Finger Tapping with Pentatonics]()
Finger Tapping with Pentatonics
16:08
╳Instructors: Richard Lundmark, Mike Salow Study Category: Technique Total Lessons: 9 Backing Track(s): None
Overview: In this study, you'll learn how to visualize the Pentatonic Scale's boxes and shapes and also how to tap through them.
Media Length: 16:08
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![Beginner's Guide to Understanding Chords]()
Beginner's Guide to Understanding Chords
35:17
╳Instructors: Mike Edwin, Chris Feener, Rick Graham, Robert Mussatti Study Category: Beginner Total Lessons: 21 Backing Track(s): None
Overview: We all learn chords when first learning to play guitar, and in this study you'll get a solid grasp on what chords are and how to play them effectively so you'll be strumming away in no time!
Media Length: 35:17
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![Finger Tapping: From Basic to Craziness!]()
Finger Tapping: From Basic to Craziness!
16:59
╳Instructor: Sean Conklin Study Category: Technique Total Lessons: 21 Backing Track(s): None
Overview: In this study, we'll be exploring the very basics of finger tapping, then gradually increasing difficulty to some pretty difficult runs!
Media Length: 16:59
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![Composing Music with Software]()
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Composing Music with Software
58:48
╳Instructors: Tom Quayle, Sean Conklin, Pavel Denisjuk Study Category: Misc Total Lessons: 15 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: If you write music, you likely have some kind of software that you compose with. In this study, we'll look into a couple DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations) and give examples of how to use them.
Media Length: 58:48
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![Exploring Harmonics: Natural, Pinch, Tap, Harp]()
Exploring Harmonics: Natural, Pinch, Tap, Harp
1:30:45
╳Instructors: Richard Lundmark, Sean Conklin, Rick Graham Study Category: Technique Total Lessons: 19 Backing Track(s): None
Overview: There are many different types of harmonics, and in this study we investigate all of them, both the techniques to play them and also the theory behind them.
Media Length: 1:30:45
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![String Skipping: Etudes and Exercises]()
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String Skipping: Etudes and Exercises
43:20
╳Instructors: Sean Conklin, Richard Lundmark, Chris Feener Study Category: Technique Total Lessons: 15 Backing Track(s): Yes
Overview: String skipping can be a difficult technique to master, but as with everything, practice makes perfect! Use the etudes and exercises in this study to help you hone in your string skipping skills.
Media Length: 43:20
