Hello friends,
And welcome to another lead guitar tutorial. In today’s session I’ll be showing you some of my favorite Memphis soul style licks over a grooving 1.2.4.5 progression in C major. We’ll begin by learning the rhythm section, and a few applicable scale positions, before adding these smooth, melodic phrases to your repertoire. Let’s get started!
Section #1: The 1.2.4.5 Progression
Here’s a common soul style progression that you can use in your own original work.
Section #2: Major Pentatonic Scale – G & E Positions
To jam over this soul 1.2.4.5 progression, I will primarily be using the major pentatonic scale in C major, while also targeting specific notes inside of the chords mentioned above.

Section #3: A Memphis Soul Style Solo
Now that you’ve mastered the rhythm chord progression, and a few must know scales, let’s tackle some bluesy phrases. Practice each lick with slow, patient repetition before rehearsing with the provided backing track. Have fun!


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