Boston - Peace Of Mind - Guitar Tab

About Peace Of Mind

Few riffs in Classic Rock are as instantly recognizable as the opening guitar figure of "Peace of Mind," and getting it to sound right is more demanding than it first appears. Tom Scholz of Boston built the track around a driving A major feel at 120 BPM, which sits at a tempo where every rhythmic sloppiness becomes audible. The song asks for tight alternate picking and clean chord transitions, particularly as the verse rhythm parts lock in with the drums. The lead work requires confident bends and a smooth, singing sustain that rewards players who keep their pick attack consistent. Getting the layered guitar tone is a challenge in itself, so focus first on nailing the rhythm parts cleanly before worrying about feel. Use the Practice Toolbar to loop and slow down the main riff and the lead transitions until the fingering is automatic, then gradually bring it back up to full tempo.

• The song is in A major at 120 BPM in E Standard tuning, making it a solid test of clean rhythm playing at a moderate rock tempo.
• The opening riff relies on precise alternate picking, and any hesitation in the fretting hand will stand out clearly at this tempo.
• The lead guitar sections require controlled string bends with steady sustain, so practising bends in isolation is worthwhile before tackling the full solo.