Easy Spacey Guitar Leads with Suspended Chords

This lesson focuses on developing your lead guitar skills by incorporating melodic phrasing and chord improvisation techniques, specifically using suspended chords (sus chords) to create a spacious and atmospheric sound. We'll explore how to craft interesting and engaging melodies over a chord progression, using sus chords to add color and texture.

Key Concepts:

• Suspended Chords (Sus Chords): Understanding the function and sound of major and minor suspended chords (sus2 and sus4) and how they create a sense of anticipation and release.
• Melodic Phrasing: Developing smooth and expressive melodic lines that complement the underlying chord progression. We'll explore techniques for creating memorable and interesting phrases.
• Chord Improvisation: Learning how to create improvised solos that incorporate the sus chords and other chords within the progression, creating a cohesive and musical solo.
• Open Position Playing: Utilizing open strings to create a bright and resonant tone, characteristic of many melodic lead guitar styles.
• Simple and Effective Techniques: The lesson emphasizes accessible techniques that are easy to learn and apply, even for beginner to intermediate players.

By the end of this lesson, you'll be able to confidently incorporate suspended chords into your lead guitar playing, creating richer and more expressive melodies and improvisations.