How to Shred on Guitar (Tastefully)
There's a fine line between shredding and just plain showing off.
In this Master Class, you'll learn how to play tasteful gospel, funk, and rhythm guitar fast – like really fast.
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An immersive online class
Learn to shred in three weeks
Join your mentor TJ Whitelaw as he breaks down everything from techniques for fast and fluid playing to voice leading and gospel chords. By the end of this class, you’ll be able to play lightning-fast lines with heart & soul!
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Learn through a step-by-step curriculum
This class is suitable for intermediate and advanced guitarists. The curriculum was crafted by our team of master's-level and pro touring musicians to give you the best possible pathway for learning how to shred tastefully on the guitar.
Part I. How to Shred
Part II. How to Stay Fluid
Part III. Chords: Voice Leading & Gospel Chords
Part IV. TJ's Top Licks
Part V. SongSquad

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
TJ Whitelaw
TJ Whitelaw is a professional guitarist, composer, and musical director based in Toronto. Known for his lightning-fast, gospel-fusion style in the online guitar community, TJ is a master of tasteful shredding.
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