Live lessons each weekday with some of the world's very best players. Recorded and transcribed.
Here's what you'll get:
In this masterclass, Lyle Brewer offers an in-depth analysis and tutorial on playing the Allman Brothers' song "Jessica," with a focus on the guitar and piano solos. Lyle begins by expressing his appreciation for the Guitar Gate community and his excitement about sharing his insights. He outlines his plan to dissect Dickey Betts' guitar techniques, the use of rhythmic elements, and even parts of the piano solo. Lyle emphasizes the value of learning all aspects of a song, not just the guitar parts, and encourages viewers to extract as much as they can from the music they study.
Throughout the session, Lyle meticulously breaks down various sections of "Jessica," highlighting the technical aspects of Betts' guitar work, including his use of the major pentatonic scale, chromaticism, and rhythmic displacement. He also delves into the piano solo, illustrating how guitarists can learn from and adapt keyboard lines for the guitar. Lyle's teaching style is hands-on, playing examples through his PV Express 112 amp and engaging with his audience to ensure clarity and understanding. He also discusses the equipment he uses and contemplates upgrading to a different PV model, known as the Mississippi Marshall, showcasing his gear knowledge and preferences.
The masterclass also touches on broader musical concepts, such as the importance of rhythm, articulation, and developing a beautiful tone. Lyle shares personal reflections on Dickey Betts' influence on his playing and the wider appreciation of Betts and other southern rock musicians. He advocates for a detailed, analytical approach to learning music, focusing on the subtleties that make each piece unique, especially the rhythmic patterns that define the Allman Brothers' sound. Lyle concludes the session by thanking the Guitar Gate community and reminding viewers of the importance of rhythm and sound quality in their practice. His masterclass not only serves as a tutorial on "Jessica" but also as an homage to the artistry of Dickey Betts and the lasting impact of the Allman Brothers Band.
Lyle has been one of my very favorite guitarists for the past few years, and I’m THRILLED to announce that he’s agreed to join the Guitargate teaching roster!
Lyle - if you didn’t know - is a big deal. He is a wildly respected member of the guitar community and is a monster player in what seems to be every genre. He is the lead guitarist of the band Neighbor, and also teaches at Berklee in Boston (so bring him the hard questions).