Guitar Soloing: The Contemporary Guide to Improvisation [With CD]

Guitar Soloing by Daniel Gilbert and Beth Marlis is a comprehensive guitar guide for players seeking to master single-note melodic improvisation in rock, blues, jazz, and other contemporary styles. Combining expertly arranged exercises with standard notation and TAB, it helps guitarists strengthen technique, musical expression, and improvisational vocabulary while exploring scales, modes, arpeggios, sequences, phrases, and licks.

The book includes over 50 online audio tracks for demonstration and play-along, along with ten video lessons. Access is provided through the unique code inside the book, allowing streaming or downloading. All files feature PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that enables slowing down audio without altering pitch, setting loop points, changing keys, and panning left or right, offering a highly interactive practice experience.

This resource is ideal for guitarists looking to refine their improvisation, build confidence, and expand musical creativity. With carefully structured exercises and sequences, it motivates daily practice while encouraging personal expression across multiple genres.

Topics Covered

Scales * Modes * Arpeggios * Technique Exercises * Visualization Exercises * Rock * Blues * Jazz * Sequences * Phrases and Licks

Perfect for learning, playing, or gifting, this guide provides an immersive approach to guitar soloing. Players can explore new musical ideas, enhance their skills, and enjoy the flexibility of online audio and video support, making it a valuable addition to any guitarist’s collection. The structured lessons and musical examples help players connect theory with real playing situations, encouraging confident improvisation and a deeper understanding of melodic solo construction while supporting consistent and engaging practice.