Mike Orlando

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Speed Demon: Delving Deeper Into Two-Hand Tapping

By Mike Orlando Published

Learn more about two-hand tapping in this lesson.

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Applying “Whiplash” Triplets to Symmetrical Sequences

By Mike Orlando Published

This quick little embellishment makes licks sound more intricate and aggressive.

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More Ways to Utilize “Chicken Pickin’ ” in a Metal Solo

By Mike Orlando Published

With a little diligent practice, the possibilities that this technique will offer are virtually endless.

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Outside-the-Box Shred Lesson: A Tribute to the Late, Great Shawn Lane

By Mike Orlando Published

Learn some great Shawn Lane-style licks with this lesson.

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Using Country-Style “Chicken Pickin’” in Metal

By Mike Orlando Published

How to incorporate “Chicken Pickin’” into your metal-style solos.

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How to Use "Legato Rolling" to Play Fast

By Mike Orlando Published

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Hit it hard with these wild percussive tapping applications

By Mike Orlando Published

It's all hands on deck as Mike Orlando demonstrates some fun and unique ways to spice up your melodic lines

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Fiery “Chicken Pickin’” Techniques, Applied to Metal Guitar

By Mike Orlando Published

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Shred-Approved Techniques for Building Killer Guitar Solos

By Mike Orlando Published

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More on Exploring Country-Style “Chicken Pickin’ ” Techniques in Metal

By Mike Orlando Published

Musical Tips & Advice
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Theme and Development: Two-Hand Percussive Tapping Variations

By Mike Orlando Published

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Performing Fluid Arpeggios Using Two-Hand Tapping

By Mike Orlando Published

One of my favorite techniques involves two-hand tapping, wherein notes are sounded by tapping onto the fretboard with both hands.

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