Song Lesson: Maggie May

Learn How to Play “Maggie May" by Rod Stewart on Guitar with Tab, Video Lessons, and More!

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Song Lesson: Maggie May

About this course

Taught by our top educators, TrueFire’s Song Lesson System is a hands-on contextual music-making experience designed to accelerate the learning process and simulate a full-band setting. Whatever level of player you happen to be, from beginner to advanced, there’s a rhythm or lead guitar part you can learn to play that sounds great in a full band context.

This Maggie May Song Lesson, as performed by Rod Stewart, is presented by Tyler Grant, one of TrueFire’s top educators.

This Song Lesson Series Includes:
1 12 String Guitar Part
2 Mandolin Parts
1 Electric Solo Guitar Part
1 Easy Guitar Strum-Along Part

The Backing Track Includes:
Bass
Drums
Guitar
Mandolin
Keys
Vocals
Click Track

What you'll learn

  • Combine multiple techniques (slides, bends, double stops) fluidly
  • Master freeform, jazz-influenced timing and phrasing
  • Understand how session players develop solos from simple motifs
  • Develop one musical idea into multiple variations
  • Develop ability to maintain tempo with accompaniment
Release date: 01/26/2023 • 1h 43m runtime
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Sample lessons
Full Song Performance
Full Song Performance
Reference Video of All Guitar Parts

What's included

17 lessons • 11 charts • 5 Jam Tracks

Maggie May by Rod Stewart
Hi! I’m Tyler Grant and I’m here to teach you the song Maggie May by Rod Stewart. In this lesson we'll be looking at how to replicate the artists playing on this tune by tackling it in bite size pieces then bringing it all back together at the end. I'll also show you an easy guitar part so that you can strum along to the whole song if you're just getting started. Ready to learn Maggie May? Well grab your guitar and let’s get started!
Full Song Performance
We’ll be starting things off with a full performance of Maggie May where you will be able to see and hear the multiple different guitar styles you will be learning in the tune. Keep a close eye on the text on the screen as it will indicate the guitar track currently being played.
Easy Guitar | Lesson
In this video we will be practicing the easy guitar for Maggie May. Remember to take advantage of tab-sync to ensure you're hitting the proper notes and, if you find the tune is a bit too fast for you, utilize the speed feature to slow things down, get your timing right, and then work your way up to the proper tempo.
Easy Guitar | Practice Session
In this video we will be practicing the easy guitar for Maggie May. Remember to take advantage of tab-sync to ensure you're hitting the proper notes and, if you find the tune is a bit too fast for you, utilize the speed feature to slow things down, get your timing right, and then work your way up to the proper tempo.
Easy Guitar | Playalong
In this video we will perform the tune Maggie May in its entirety. Join the band and show off your chops using the techniques you've learned along the way.
12 String Guitar | Lesson
In this video we will be practicing the 12 string Guitar for Maggie May. Remember to take advantage of tab-sync to ensure you're hitting the proper notes and, if you find the tune is a bit too fast for you, utilize the speed feature to slow things down, get your timing right, and then work your way up to the proper tempo.
12 String Guitar | Practice Session
In this video we will be practicing the 12 string Guitar for Maggie May. Remember to take advantage of tab-sync to ensure you're hitting the proper notes and, if you find the tune is a bit too fast for you, utilize the speed feature to slow things down, get your timing right, and then work your way up to the proper tempo.

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Reviews

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coodabeenme2

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08/07/24

A great way to learn an iconic song and especially the solo

Tyler Grant delivers an engaging and instructive lesson on learning "Maggie May" by Rod Stewart, catering to both beginners and those aiming to replicate the recording. He breaks down the song into manageable sections for effective learning. The lesson starts by performing the song in full, highlighting various guitar styles. This sets a clear benchmark for learners, aided by on-screen text that highlights which guitar track is being played. Grant's inclusion of an easy guitar part encourages immediate participation from novice players. This approach improves confidence and deepens understanding of the song's structure. Grant provides detailed instruction for advanced learners on Ronnie Wood's electric guitar solo. Tools like tab-sync and playback speed control help learn the solo, which features varying pick attack intensity and a free-form approach to timing. This ensures helps approach the solo at your own pace, gradually building speed and precision in any phrases that feel challenging.

exp82255

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03/14/23

Maggie May

Tyler Grant Excellent teacher.Parts was broken down easy to follow and understand.

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