Basic Blues Guitar Licks

How to play some basic blues guitar licks; get professional tips and instruction from an expert on playing guitar and music theory in this free music lesson video series.

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Summary: The instrumental and vocal style of music commonly known as 'the blues' is actually derived from a repetitive 12 bar pattern and the blue notes. It was born in the slave camps of the United States in the form of hymnals, gospel tunes and spirituals, and evolved into a highly influential genre that has inspired everything from jazz to rock 'n roll to hip hop. Blues guitar is one of the purest forms of the genre, since slaves were typically allowed to have guitars or homemade banjos. The beginnings of blues music are steeped in tradition and at their purest when combined with stringed instruments.

In this free video clip series, our expert will introduce you to blues guitar by demonstrating commonly used scales, box patterns, bends techniques, shuffle patterns and tips for paying rhythm blues guitar. Tips on blues guitar solos are also included and before you know it you'll be jammin with the best of them!

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Stephen is a seasoned musician, guitarist, teacher, composer, and performer with over 15 years of experience. Stephen has recorded and performed in the north and southeast regions of the United States performing in top clubs in both regions. In the Tampa Bay area, Stephen has performed in venues from Tampa to the beach in variety bands, original and acoustic duo acts. Stephen has recorded on numerous CDs ranging from classic rock to nu metal.

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