Coming Back to Life Guitar Solo Lesson - Pink Floyd

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In this video lesson I am gonna show you how to play the intro guitar solo to "Coming Back to Life" by Pink Floyd.

This has been one of my favorite guitar solos ever since it was released on Pink Floyd's The Division Bell album in 1994. No matter what your opinion of later era Pink Floyd is, there is no denying that David Gilmour has never lost his touch for writing incredibly melodic and moving guitar solos.

This particular guitar solo is over a chordal synth bed that helps develop the dreamlike setting David Gilmour creates within the solo.

On a technical level, playing this solo will require great control with bending since a lot of the essential melodic content is generated from perfectly in tune bends in a couple different areas of the fretboard.

However, learning this solo would also be a great exercise for anyone who has difficulty keeping their bends in tune while also getting to play a beautiful guitar solo by one of the most influential players of all-time.

If you are still learning how to bend properly on the guitar, pay close attention to how my hand is positioned on the fretboard in order to perform the bends well. It is all about proper positioning and supporting the bending finger with other fingers in the hand. Remember, it is the most observant people that make the best musicians because they learn so much by simply paying close attention to what other players are doing.

Besides the physical act of bending the strings you will of course need to listen closely to make sure those bends are in tune. Learning this Coming Back to Life guitar lesson is a great workout in that regard since the bends are creating actual melodies that are much easier to hear whether they are out of tune or not.

The is truly one of my favorite if not THE favorite solo that I have ever heard David Gilmour do. I am glad I have finally been getting some requests for it since it is one that I have always wanted to teach. So enjoy!!

Carl...

[donmoll]

I don't know anybody that doesn't like it. It's got some incredibly powerful songs. Gilmour bends can bring a grown man to get tears in their eyes. What an incredible talent David is.

[EsotericallyObvious]

Seen Floyd on the Division Bell Tour back in 92' at Yankee Stadium..it was a life changing event for me. lol

[craigstacey]

Since Carl’s channel is Coming Back to Life this is the most appropriate lesson to start back with to help his rebuild. Thx for all Carl….

[nursetom]

DUDE!!!  You just keep cranking out these Pink Floyd lessons.  I think this is one of your best lessons to date.  Your tone is spot on and your feel for the song is perfect.  I think a lot of people overlook how important the feelings that you put into your playing.  I can really tell how much you truly love this song and it really shows.  BIG KUDOS for this lesson.  I already hit the like button.  Now I am going to share it as much as I can. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and whatever else I can think of.  If I didn't already have a super high regard for your playing.  This lesson would have really done it.  THANK YOU so much for sharing and teaching us less talented guitar players this haunting and mesmerizing song.  Again THANK YOU!!!!

[kartikkraze]

I honestly cried a little inside because I see the possibility of being able to play a solo that I have loved since childhood! Thank you a ton for this wonderful tutorial. I will definitely support your lessons via Patreon soon when I have saved some money :)

[braynaguilar]

I don't understand why pepole dislike the division bell, i mean it's got a lot of really good songs like this one and of course high hopes.

[timurza]

Thanks. You are only one who plays this song correctly

[classicraceruk]

I have watched and listened to Pink Floyd since the 60’s in London all their work is surreal a truly magic group. Thanks for this video

[ImMikeIVL]

One of the best tutorial in all You Tube about "Coming back to life" . Easy, clear, patient. Excellent!!

[PittPenguin]

This song has a special place in my heart - as it reminds me of a dear dear lost friend... never thought I’d find such a great tutorial. I look forward to learning this one...

[ekulda]

Thank you. I was fighting this by myself. I got 3 phrases. But you broke it down well. Thank you. This is a deep sing. Listening to it for 30 years.

[thevirtualdenis]

Brilliant, thanks, i am a beginner and yet was able to learn it thanks to your lesson! Thanks a lot !

[jeffrobodeenyehcmon]

I love it! So fun to play! I'd love it if you would do the second half of this solo. BUT!! I love that you've done so many Gilmour lessons (pink floyd) you are the go to channel!

[ashuzguitar]

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[justsayit]

Hey PINK FLOYD fan~ this is one of my favorite all time Gilmour licks and you helped me learn it from this video.~ Cant thank you enough

[EsotericallyObvious]

BTW.. I have your vid on my screen the last 2 days learning this..Thanks so much!! Loving it!

[forceofchaos]

More pink floyd solos!!! Youre the best

[carlosmiranda]

You should show us the whole song, also Poles Apart

[kakman]

I just love this solo and (as a raw beginner) is one that I eventually aspire to. I can think of nothing nicer than being able to sit back on a lazy, rainy day playing this. Thanks so much for the lesson.

[सदाशिव-मङ]

should have been lots of subscribers very good lesson thanks brother