The Ultimate GUITAR SOLO Guide

Now explain it to me like I’m 5.

I'm now 82. I started playing guitar when I was 18 mostly using chords to accompany my singing as I am more of a singer than guitar player for which I learned to play in all keys but with limited basic chords. I've done singing semi professionally for 27 years in clubs and pubs circuits in the UK with my brother who also happened to play guitar mainly strumming. Ee managed to do this for 27 years and the audience were quite happy listening to us. I have a friend who is a very good guitar lead player and I can't forget what he told me that a man at the age of 80 can still learn to play guitar. Believe it or not, as I am still stuck in the Philippines due to covid travel restrictions, preventing me to go back to the UK, I decided to kill the time by playing guitar and that's when I happened to see Paul Davids in YTube. I have been following him up for over a year now and I am learning a lot and he influences me to carry on learning and improving my guitar. I'm now 82 and still learning a lot playing guitar. Salute to Paul and other guitar teachers for their no end of contributions demonstrating their talents in guitar playing.

This guy makes everything seems easy. Not only because of his musical skill. But because of how he explains things, how he put everything into order.

I started as a bass player then moved to chords on acoustic and thought I wasn't good enough to solo. Then I realized when I was playing bass I was really soloing all along. It's all about practicing day in and day out. Learn your pentatonic, then your modes/scales and start to put it all together. You got this bros 💪

Legend says the devil made a deal with Paul for a 3 in 1 deal, editing, soloing and beard grooming.

15:30 “everyone will know you messed up, because it just sounds horrible.” My guitar playing in a sentence.

As a senior and not far from 70, I just started learning the guitar during COVID-19 and though my skill level is at a basic level, your video is an inspiration to keep learning and keep practicing.

I've been playing for 33 years and learn something new every time I watch one of your videos. It always inspires me to play. Thanks for what you do.

My eyes say "That's how I play solo" , my hands say "No, you don't know how"

Wow, I love the sound on that 335! It's buttery smooth and warm like a blanket out of the dryer. Aaaaahhhh.

Paul you making the most mellow and relaxing videos. Thank you. We can watch you without feeling incapable and that is something I think we all can appreciate.

These must be the best-produced videos I’ve seen. Great content delivered with humour, beautifully lit, imaginative settings changed continuously. A Masterclass in the medium. And those tones ....

That moment of sheer excitement when I see there's a new Paul Davids video...

I think the ability to think about and construct a melodic and unique solo is one that is not easy. Solos are probably why most of us picked up the guitar in the first place. Appreciate the information and perspectives.

I just LOVE how emotional your guitar playing sounds even when you're playing on the "basic" patterns, great job as always Paul!

Undisputably THE BEST guitar lesson on the Internet. Paul, you are an incredible guitarist but your greater gift is teaching. THANK YOU!

Loved seeing the progression from quite simple to complex. Loved just listening to your playing even more.

When I hear something not awesome like the first solo, I always wait with Paul’s videos since he is really always telling a story. And boy I was not disappointed at all, I am not a guitar player but completely mesmerized by the story telling and musicality of a master. What a joy!

Hey Paul, thanks for your inspiration. Your calm explanation, the visuals and knowledge brought me back to my guitar. Father of two kids, full-time Job felt like nothing was left for being creative on my instrument. My Tube amp had a defect so everything went on my attic. Your approach was so refreshing that I instantly went to a technician, searched for my pedals, set everything up and now I am playing hours and hours. Feels really good. Thank you!

Groot respect voor de kwaliteit van het hele plaatje. Je weet precies hoe je bij ons binnen komt. Je weet een hele groep mensen te onderrichten van beginners tot gevorderden. Je bent een meester . Als je daar ook nog een gevoel meegeeft met prachtige beelden die precies daar komen waar je het hebt uitgedacht. Dan mag je jezelf een meester noemen. En dat is wat we nodig hebben. Your the best.