Shred Guitar Styles of the Masters

Shredders rejoice! In this guitar video lesson collection, you'll get an in-depth look at the playing styles of five virtuosos, all of whom changed the way we perceive the electric guitar and its limits. Instructors Doug Boduch and Marcus Henderson break down the styles of Yngwie Malmsteen, Steve Vai, Eddie Van Halen, Joe Satriani, and Eric Johnson, showing you their favorite lead and rhythm guitar techniques and providing some theoretical context as well, so you can understand why they play what they play.

Videos
Eddie Van Halen Style (08:22) - Dive into Eddie?s revolutionary techniques, including tapped harmonics, lightning-fast runs, and the legendary "EVH Scale."Dive into Eddie?s revolutionary techniques, including tapped harmonics, lightning-fast runs, and the legendary "EVH Scale."
Eric Johnson Style (14:53) - Break down Eric Johnson?s fluid pentatonics, string-skipping licks, and signature tone for a bold, melodic approach to shredding.
Joe Satriani Style (08:19) - Explore Joe Satriani?s expressive legato phrasing, two-handed tapping, and smooth melodic lead work.
Steve Vai Style (09:26) - Learn Steve Vai?s mind-bending phrasing, whammy bar tricks, and precise note articulation that push the limits of guitar playing.
Yngwie Malmsteen Style (10:46) - Master Yngwie?s neo-classical shred approach with blistering harmonic minor runs, arpeggios, and unrelenting speed.