Carlos Santana – MasterClass – Teaches The Art and Soul of Guitar

Carlos Santana – MasterClass – Teaches The Art and Soul of Guitar

Carlos Santana teaches you how he creates a distinct, soulful guitar sound that moves the hearts of audiences.

With 10 Grammys and almost 50 years on stage, Carlos Santana teaches you how to play guitar in his spiritual style. Learn how he weaves emotion, artistic expression, and musical genres from across the world to create a sound that transcends classifications and connects with audiences. Join Carlos in his studio as he breaks down his process note by note—so you can discover the soul of your sound.

Browse Lesson Plan

1. Introduction
2. Practice as Musical Offering
3. Going Inside the Note
4. Finding Your Sound
5. A Global Music Rolodex
6. Learning From the Blues
7. Opening Your Ears to Rhythm
8. Melody Is Supreme
9. The Music Beyond the Page
10. Leading and Playing in a Band
11. Playing Live: Connecting With the Listener
12. Guitars, Amps and Sustain
13. Continuing Your Transformation
14. Bonus: Techniques
15. Bonus: Wisdom to Live By16. Bonus: Music as Language