Among guitarists, the guitar solo is often seen as the ultimate discipline — the pinnacle of musical expression and technical skill. It’s what sets players apart, showcasing their creativity and making them truly unforgettable. It’s no coincidence that iconic solos by legends like Jimi Hendrix and many others continue to spark conversation and inspire awe to this day.
With over 1,000 pages, Guitar Solo is the world’s most comprehensive textbook dedicated to the art of guitar soloing. Suitable for beginners, advanced players, and even seasoned professionals, this monumental work offers clear guidance, valuable insights, and practical tips for anyone who wants to dive deep into the world of solo guitar — in short, for those who really want to understand it all.
Heavy metal guitarists will find a wide range of music in both tablature and standard notation, while rock, blues, pop, and shred players will also discover a wealth of detailed information and exercises. The book covers everything a solid soloist needs: countless notes, tabs, and keys for pentatonics, diatonics, modes, triads, chord progressions, cadences, inversions, sixteenth-note runs, power chords, arpeggios, shred techniques, drop D tuning, and much more. All of this is meticulously laid out and supported by clear diagrams and graphics.
This comprehensive approach not only builds technical skills but also nurtures the creativity that every great solo demands.
To make this essential resource accessible to players around the world, the edition has been published in a bilingual format — in both English and German.