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MicroLesson: 031 – T-Bone Walker Style Rhythm Guitar Lesson

T-Bone Walker Rhythm Guitar Lesson

In this MicroLesson (ML031) you’ll learn how to jazz up your blues chords by playing this T-Bone Walker style chord arrangement, similar to the one heard in Stormy Monday. … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 029 – Call and Response Blues Guitar Lesson

Easy Blues Guitar Lesson

In this MicroLesson (ML029) you’ll learn how to play a simple call and response blues composition in which the "call" is the lead, and the "response" is the rhythm. You'll be alternating back and forth between them. The lead part is the same each time which makes it easy play (and remember). … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 023 – Easy Blues Rhythm in the key of A

Easy Blues Guitar Lesson

In this MicroLesson (ML023) you'll learn an interesting blues rhythm to play in the key of A. In the extended version, I'll show you how to easily transpose this to any key. … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 022 – Add Melody To Your Chords – Rhythm Guitar Lesson

Easy Rhythm Guitar Lesson

In this MicroLesson (ML022), you’ll learn how to enhance basic chords (C, Am, Em, G) by working a simple melody in between the chords. I'll also show you several fill licks that you can use over each of the chords. The reason for learning this is to create more interesting rhythm arrangements. … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 021 – Learn The Minor Chord Positions – Guitar Lesson

minor chord positions on guitar

In this MicroLesson (ML021), you'll learn how to play the minor chord voicings up the neck of the guitar. This is very useful when playing rhythm as it gives you variety. You can also target these chord voicings when playing lead to create a more melodic sound. … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 020 – Classic R&B (Rhythm & Blues) Guitar Lesson

Classic R&B Rhythm Guitar Lesson

In this MicroLesson (ML020), you'll learn how to play a classic R&B style rhythm on guitar. I'll show you an easy to remember box for playing blues lead fill licks along with the rhythm part. … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 017 – Folk, Bluegrass Rhythm Guitar Lesson

bluegrass rhythm guitar lesson

In this MicroLesson (ML017), you'll learn how to play a classic bluegrass rhythm pattern. This includes picking out a simple melody line, while strumming the rhythm. You'll play the same pattern (down, down, up) throughout the whole thing with your right hand. … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 014 – Easy Blues Guitar Lesson (2 Chords)

easy blues guitar lesson

In this MicroLesson (ML014), you'll learn a slow and easy blues composition that can be played on acoustic or electric guitar. This alternates back and forth between an A and a D chord. You'll learn how to play those chords in different voicings and will learn a few fill licks as well. … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 012 – Fun Rhythm Guitar Lesson (Bo Diddley Influence)

fun rhythm guitar lesson

In this MicroLesson (ML012), learn how to play a fun rhythm pattern in this Bo Diddley inspired rhythm guitar lesson. … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 005 – 1, 4, 5 Progression Using E Chord Shape

blues progression guitar lesson

In this MicroLesson, I'll show you how to play a 1, 4, 5 chord progression using the E chord shape. I've also included some fill licks to get you thinking about how to improvise lead over this progression. … [Read more...]

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