Steve Morse
Main Band
Deep Purple
Main Guitar
Music Man Steve Morse
#1 SONG
Sometimes I Feel Like Screaming
THE SOLO
Sometimes I Feel Like Screaming
THE RIFF
Vavoom Ted The Mechanic
| Birth Name | Steve J. Morse |
| Birth Place | Hamilton, Ohio, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Age | 71 (Born July 28, 1954) |
| Years Playing | 56 (started playing 1969) |
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| Genres | Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Jazz, Rock |
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| Net Worth | US$ 8,000,000 |
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Steve Morse Biography
Career Highlights
Forming The Dixie Dregs in 1970s
Joining Kansas in 1980s
Joining Deep Purple in 1994
Steve Morse Techniques
Right Hand
Alternate PickingAlternate picking involves striking the string with both downstrokes and upstrokes in a continuous motion. It enhances speed and precision. Guitarists use this technique for rapid note sequences., FingerstyleFingerstyle involves plucking strings directly with fingers instead of a pick. It allows complex, polyphonic music. This technique is common in classical and folk guitar., Hybrid PickingHybrid picking combines a pick and fingers for plucking strings. It allows versatile and dynamic playing. Guitarists use it to mix picking and fingerstyle techniques., Palm MutingPalm muting involves lightly resting the palm on the strings near the bridge. It creates a dampened, rhythmic sound. This technique is common in rock and metal music., Pick SlideA pick slide involves dragging the pick along the string length. It creates a scratching sound. This effect is often used in rock music., Sweep PickingOther Techniques
ArpeggioAn arpeggio is playing the notes of a chord sequentially. It creates a broken chord sound. This technique is used in various musical genres., Finger VibratoFinger vibrato involves oscillating the finger on a fret. It adds expressiveness to notes. This technique is essential for emotional playing., Lead GuitarLead guitar focuses on melody lines and solos. It often uses techniques like bends and vibrato. This role is prominent in rock and blues bands., LegatoLegato technique connects notes smoothly without breaks. It often uses hammer-ons and pull-offs. This technique creates fluid, connected melodies., Rhythm GuitarRhythm guitar focuses on chord progressions and rhythmic patterns. It provides harmonic support. This role is crucial in most band settings., ShreddingShredding involves playing extremely fast, technical passages. It often uses techniques like alternate picking and tapping. This style is common in metal and rock music., TappingTapping involves hammering on and pulling off notes with both hands on the fretboard. It allows rapid, intricate melodies. This technique is popular in rock and metal., Volume SwellVolume swell involves gradually increasing the volume using the guitar's volume knob or a pedal. It creates a smooth, crescendo effect. This technique adds dynamic range., Whammy BarTechniques Breakdown
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Steve Morse Videos
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Steve with Paul Gilbert
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Steve Morse Playing Violin (Dust in The Wind)
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GOLD - Satriani, Petrucci, and Steve Morse Trading Solos
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Out of This World Solo from Morse (MUST WATCH)
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Steve Morse and John Petrucci
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Steve Morse Performing A Masterpiece with Deep Purple
Steve Morse Guitar Tabs
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