Micro studies that sharpen your vocabulary
This living library gathers concise transcriptions, short-form riffs, and modular licks pulled from HubGuitar repertoire lessons. Use it to find focused material you can internalize quickly, connect to theory, and weave into your improvisation or performance sets.
3 curated pieces · filter by technique and difficulty
A laid-back groove that combines a syncopated bass riff with relaxed chord pops drawn from Jack Johnson’s original recording.
Focus
Alternating thumb bass with syncopated chord hits
Practice Tip
Keep the thumb stroke consistent and add the chord pops only after the bass feels effortless. Let the notes ring for a smooth, percussive pocket.
Reference Video
Watch demonstration →The iconic opening of Tárrega’s Lágrima, spotlighting rolled chords and a lyrical melody voiced across three registers.
Focus
Melody over arpeggiated accompaniment
Practice Tip
Sustain the top voice by planting the ring finger and releasing the bass only after the melody note speaks clearly.
A compact minor ii–V–i idea from the Blue Bossa arrangement. Emphasizes guide tones and enclosure language over E minor.
Focus
Minor ii–V–i voice leading
Practice Tip
Loop the ii–V–i backing track and aim to land the guide-tone targets (G → F# → E) with relaxed alternate picking.
Reference Video
Watch demonstration →