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MicroLesson: 060 – Blues Rhythm Shuffle in the key of A – Blues Rhythm Guitar Lesson

blues shuffle rhythm lesson

In this MicroLesson (ML060) you'll learn a slow and easy blues shuffle in the key of A, with fill licks. … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 058 – Classic Blues Rhythm Guitar Lesson (can be played in any key)

easy blues rhythm guitar lesson

In this MicroLesson (ML058) you'll learn how to play a classic blues rhythm that can be easily transposed and played in any key. This lesson comes with the tablature in the key of A and C. … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 057 – Learn 3 Classic Rhythm Styles on Guitar (Blues, Bluegrass, and Folk)

Rhythm Guitar Lesson

In this MicroLesson (ML057) you'll learn how to strum 3 classic rhythms on guitar. Blues, bluegrass, and folk. Don't get too caught up in the labels of the patterns (I had to call them something) - you can use these techniques in just about anything. … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 056 – 1, 4, 5 Blues Chords in Multiple Positions on the neck

blues chord guitar lesson

In this MicroLesson (ML056) you'll learn how to play a blues rhythm progression (1, 4, 5 chords) in multiple positions up the neck of the guitar using 2 chord shapes from the CAGED system. Fill licks are included as well. … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 055 – Slow, Laid Back R&B Style Rhythm Guitar Lesson – Rhythm to EP256

R&B Style rhythm guitar lesson

In this MicroLesson (ML055) you'll learn how to play the rhythm to lesson EP256. This is a slow and laid back, R&B style rhythm that's played in a minor key. I'll explain all of the strum patterns that are used as well. Also, be on the look out for a magical, disappearing pug. :) … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 054 – Easy Call and Response style Blues Guitar Lesson

Call and Response Style Blues Guitar Lesson

In this MicroLesson (ML054) you'll learn how to play an easy "call and response" style blues composition that you can play in any key. You'll also learn how to play 2 note chords (great for working into your leads) … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 053 – 1, 4, 5 Blues Rhythm Ideas. Learn 2 Rhythm Patterns – Guitar Lesson

blues rhythm guitar lesson

In this MicroLesson (ML053) you'll learn a couple of different chord voicings for the classic 1, 4, 5 chord progression. This is designed to give you new rhythm ideas that you can use when you improvise. … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 052 – Easy “Call & Response” Style Blues Guitar Lesson

call and response style blues

In this MicroLesson (ML052) you'll learn how to play an easy "call & response" style blues in the key of E. This is played solo guitar (no accompaniment is required) and works on acoustic or electric guitar. … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 051 – Jam Band Style Rhythm Guitar Lesson

Rock rhythm guitar lesson

In this MicroLesson (ML051) you'll learn how to play the rhythm that was used in lesson EP245. I had several requests from site members for me to break down the rhythm part for that lesson. The tab and the on-screen tab viewer includes the strum patterns as well. If you'd like to view the original lesson that includes the lead part, visit EP245 - Jam Band Blues Lead Guitar Lesson … [Read more...]

MicroLesson: 050 – Vibrato Technique – How to use Vibrato

vibrato technique on guitar

In this MicroLesson (ML050) you'll learn the vibrato technique (singing with your fingers). You'll be able to practice it by playing the repeatable blues lick that comes with this lesson, includes tab and MP3 jam track to practice with. … [Read more...]

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