Guitar Battle
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A guitar battle (or guitar duel) is where two or more guitar players take turns soloing, either with or without a rhythm section. The purpose of the guitar battle is to determine who among each of the guitar players present is the most proficient on the instrument. Often, it begins with the guitarists trading licks and phrases, while gradually increasing the complexity of the techniques used. A guitar battle can be said to be over when one guitarist outplays (either through skill or just endurance) all the other guitar players present.
[edit] Examples
An example of a guitar battle can be found in the 1986 film Crossroads near the end of film. It takes place between guitarist Steve Vai (playing the role of the Devil incarnate) and Ralph Macchio (as Eugene Martone).
[edit] External links
- Riff Wars, a site that hosts online competitions between musicians of various abilities.
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