Although associated with heavy metal, sweep picking can be employed effectively in all styles of music. When applied correctly, it will become a valuable addition to your picking vocabulary. Execute this technique very slowly and listen to each string as your pick glides across the strings. It is important that each string rings clearly. Practicing slowly, initially, will make for fast, accurate, and precise execution. Follow the link for printable TABS:

Download: Sweep Picking Intro

For more on sweep picking see the Beyond Picking section.