I have learned how to find the basic chords to the tune I want to play. I have also learned how to switch right hand styles and picking patterns within the same tune to make the tune more interesting. I have learned to decorate my chords with hammer on, pull off and slides. I am learning how to add scales to chords and bass runs between chords and how to tie/bridge two chords.
What I am trying to figure out is how do you pick the notes out in a tune? I have watched people play a tune and pick out each note of the song. This to me is very interesting. I would like to be less dependent on the chords and not limited by right hand styles & picking patterns.
Is this something I will naturally develop with experience or will I need to learn to play the song by sheet music notation that shows me exactly which note my left hand must be striking and which strings my right hand must pick.
Hope this question makes sense.

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