Todd Blackmore brings melodic phrasing to the forefront in Lick 15 from his debut JTC masterclass Vocal Phrasing Techniques. Built around chord-based ideas, this lick shows how double-stops, slides, and subtle ornamentation can transform simple harmonic shapes into expressive, vocal-sounding melodies. Rather than relying on speed, Todd focuses on articulation, movement, and space to create interest and emotional impact. Throughout Vocal Phrasing Techniques, Todd demonstrates how to move beyond s

Alessandro Zilio arrives at JTC with an exploration into the world of phrasing. (🔗 in comments) This isn’t about learning what to play, but how and why you play it. Key musical decisions and approaches, broken down into their core components. Includes the solo “New Dawn”, two shorter examples and a range of analytical lessons. Alessandro explains his note choices, phrasing philosophy and how his technical approach serves the song. | JTC Guitar

To truly master phrasing, take a simple three-note line and apply every phrasing technique you know to it - bending, sliding, vibrato, pinch harmonics, everything 💯 The goal is to saturate your playing with expression until it becomes second nature. This exercise forces you to explore all nuances of tone and feel, helping your phrasing sound more natural and emotional. Over time, you won’t even have to think about phrasing. It’ll just flow. 🔥 #GuitarMastery #ClausLevin #GuitarPhrasing #LearnGu