You mean this is a lesson that will make me familiar with the notes on the neck AND versatile to play a lick in multiple positions?  THAT does make my playing sound Very Useful!

Kind of like multi-tasking and having fun at the same time!

Yeah, I hope to hear some of you guys apply this idea. It really works, if  you apply yourself!

I decided to refresh myself on this lesson and see how much I could pull out of RR's style and concepts.  This is a lesson that just keeps giving and I really enjoyed adding some bends, vibrato and accents to the licks.  I'll keep working at these segments and building vocabulary.  Good Stuff for every level player.

I was thinking of revisiting this lesson too. Maybe trying to string together a few licks and try to put together a solo. But I'm not sure what feel or style of track to play it over. Any suggestions?

Try any track you like. Use a few of the licks and mix wit your own!

You know I have to say it- make your own backing track with whatever rhythm pattern comes to mind.  Play Dom 7s or 9ths and then your playing over a rhythm innate to you.  Always a bit more work but VERY rewarding in chop building.

Thanks guys. I think this may be my next project.

Hmmm, to find a good drum track for your rhythm base.

OK, I have to give a "Rave On" about 14 Licks and how useful this lesson has been on my revisit.  Bear with me and read on.  This is just one player's opinion but I hope it resonates with others.

This lesson set is a microcosm of what learning and practice should be- There's a lot of sweat and struggle but Robert's patient teaching will make the payoff teach you how to catch a fish.  

1. Learn by example, sit and learn the notes and actions by watching & listening at the Master's side just like the good ole days.  It is hard for beginners but your efforts will reinforce the lesson concepts.  Stay away from the Tab and every extra moment of struggle will pay off BIG.
2. Learn the Notes on the Neck by using multiple anchor positions.
3. See the Chord Shapes that form the solo templates for each of the anchor position.
4. Play with each anchor position a lot and make your own Variations:  TRY to play the notes differently and get comfortable with the concept of the notes rather than just get the example right- that's just the starting point.
5. If the solo riffs are too difficult, work on playing the Rhythm supporting Robert while he plays. Learning the Rhythm will give you great understanding of the Solo foundation AND make you think about the Chord shapes (maybe triads or double stops) that are the blueprint for the solo.
6. Change up the Rhythm you're playing as an accent- maybe slide in or just make little accent chops on your triads/double stops- be that funky guy that adds the slice of flavor to the tune.

WORKING THE RHYTHM CANNOT BE OVERSTATED-  I had a lot of fun thinking HOW can I play these chords and where so that I am complimenting the solo anchor position (try not to play in the same fret/string position as the solo, and make little additions- See the TRIADS lesson for help).

CHANGE THE WAY THE SOLO NOTES ARE PLAYED.  Slide, bend, vibrato, timing, shift from one position to another in the course of the solo.  Make the concept yours so that you own it.

PLAY WITH PICKUP AND AMP SETTINGS.  Use this as a time to learn the way pickup and amp selection alters your tone and thus the way to approach, attack and execute to bring out the tone elements of the pickup and amp settings.  

I have had a great time revisiting a lesson that I worked through at the beginning of my membership here at MGA.  14 Licks is really giving me a new attitude toward my style, attitude and understanding of the music, my instrument and gear.  Sheesh, I have not even stomped on the wah....yet!

This is an exercise for every level of player, giving more every time you put more into it. 

Yeah, Clayton - that's exactly the point!

There is a lot to learn from this lesson, but you've got to be willing to put in the work. No work - no improvement.

Awesome post Clayton. Great advice for any level of player ( as you mentioned). 

Copyng and pasting is a great way to learn new material. It sounds great and it's fun. However, taking your playing to another level, involves a deeper analysis of where that material originates from. Its a crucial step in not only taking your playing to the next level but it will contribute to finding your own personal style and voice. And I think you nailed all the elements necessary for reaching that goal.

Thanks for sharing that Clayton!

YEAH- Y'all have certainly heard me working practice and exploring licks in my recordings posted. Not always easy to hear toddlers form a sentence but it is vocabulary and syntax building.

So, to quote Ivan, "I think this may be my next project."  I'm gonna riff some rhythm work on this and then turn and churn a solo lick or two. 

Looking forward to it bud!