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Riff Lesson

Have a Cigar

IntermediateLead GuitarMarty Music
1:43/43K views/Oct 2025
1:43·43K views·Oct 2025·Released 1975·Taught by Marty Music
Lead GuitarProgressive RockKey of D minor126 BPM
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Chords

i-III-VII-VI

What you'll learn

  • How to play the main riff
  • Rhythm and feel of the groove
  • Chromatic progression technique
  • Tone setup with overdrive

About this lesson

That chromatic Pink Floyd groove hits different. In this quick lesson, you’ll learn how to play “Have a Cigar” — complete with the rhythm, feel, and attitude that make it one of Floyd’s most infectious riffs. Grab your guitar, kick on a little overdrive, and let’s channel your inner Gilmour.

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