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John Petrucci Speed Licks: Part II

Instructor: Steve Hubbard
Topic: Technique
Style: Fusion
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  • Instructor: Steve Hubbard Level: Intermediate Topic: Technique Style: Fusion

    Excerpt: In light of the new Dream Theater album, I thought I would teach another lick in the style of John Petrucci. This time, the idea is quite simple. The toughest challenge will be playing the lick accurate, and up to speed. If you are a shredder 'in training', this is a fantastic lick for you to practice your alternate picking!   Tips: Pick every note,...

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  • Instructor: Steve Hubbard Level: Intermediate Topic: Technique Style: Fusion

    Excerpt: This example is a bit less challenging. If you are struggling with the first lick, I would recommend that you place your focus here. Once again, this lick is very simple, and relies mostly on chops. If you are new 4 note per string patterns, this should act as a great practice tool! I sometimes like to use pull-off's for the 4th note of each string. You ca...

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