House of Blues Presents Learn to Play Metal Guitar - Beginner

1. Parts of the Guitar [2:40]
2. Names of the Open Strings/Tuning [2:00]
3. Holding the Guitar & Pick [1:48]
4. Essential Metal Equipment [2:42]
5. Open Power Chords [2:51]
6. Closed Power Chords [3:34]
7. Metal Rhythm #1 [2:56]
8. Metal Rhythm #2 [3:36]
10. Tablature Explanation [1:57]
11. Speed Demon Exercise #1 [4:10]
12. Minor Pentatonic Scales [5:07]
13. Metal Rhythm #3 [1:53]
14. Heavy Riffs [3:24]
15. Speed Demon Exercise #2 [3:32]
16. Drop "D" Tuning [1:27]
17. Drop "D" Chords [1:16]
18. Drop "D" Metal Rhythm [3:00]
19. Muting [2:21]
20. Classic Metal Rhythm [1:56]
21. Classic Metal Using Octaves [2:48]
22. Ripper Lead Techniques [3:36]
23. Arpeggios [2:38]
24. The Gallop [1:58]
25. The Darkest Demon Altered Tunings [2:57]
26. Riff Rhythm [3:13]
27. Playing Chords Off a Pedal Bass LIne [2:16]
28. Complete Lead & Rhythm [9:53]

Format: DVD
Release Date: 07/2007
Region: 0
Audio: Dolby Digital Stereo
Language: English

House of Blues® and The Rock House Method® join together to bring you this unique and comprehensive beginner Metal method. Jam-packed with the fundamental techniques you need to develop the skills to play any style of metal.

World renowned instructor and guitarist John McCarthy guides you step-by-step through easy to learn metal power chords, complete classic and modern metal rhythms, his very own speed demon exercises, pentatonic death scales and the demonic half step. You will learn bends, pull-offs, and hammer-ons all key components of effective lead playing. It is a must have for aspiring metal guitar players!

Also offers Free online web membership to www.rockhousemethod.com for 24 hour lesson support. Ask the Teacher, Interactive Tools, Sheet Music, Student Forums, Download Backing Tracks, Tuner, Metronome and much more!