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Classic Minor Key Blues Lead (in C Minor) – Blues Guitar Lesson EP256

minor key blues guitar lesson

In this week's guitar lesson, you'll learn how to play a minor key blues lead in C minor. You'll be playing the chord changes as well as staying within the key of the song (explained in the video). This is made up of influences by Santana, Eric Clapton, and David Gilmour. To learn how to play the R&B style rhythm for this lesson, visit MicroLesson ML055 … [Read more...]

Carlos Santana Style Guitar Lesson – Dorian Mode Guitar Lesson – EP178

Carlos Santana Style Guitar Lesson

In this guitar lesson, you'll learn how to play a classic Carlos Santana style lead in the Dorian Mode. I'll explain what the Dorian Mode is and how you can find it in any key. Carlos Santana often uses this mode when he plays, so what better way to showcase this mode than to play a Santana inspired lead. I've included the MP3 jam track in 2 tempos (this includes a slower tempo jam track). … [Read more...]

Vintage Jam – Rock Guitar Lesson – EP123

vintage classic rock guitar lesson

In this guitar lesson, you'll learn how to play a vintage (Robin Trower style) rhythm guitar in the Part 1 video. The Part 2 video contains a lead that is made up of influences like Dave Mason, Carlos Santana, and Peter Green. I'll break down everything note for note and show you how to play both parts. I'll also explain where the lead comes from by explaining playing in thirds, as well as the dorian mode, so get out your phaser pedals if you've got them :) … [Read more...]

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