Neoclassical Metal is a subgenre of Heavy Metal music, which draws significant influences from classical music. It is characterized by technically complex guitar solos, fast and melodic transitions, as well as increased use of arpeggios and scales. Guitarists often adopt techniques from composers such as Bach and Paganini. The style developed in the 1980s, with famous artists like Yngwie Malmsteen pioneering the genre, which combines virtuosity with classical aesthetics.