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Wishing Well Guitar Lesson

Michael Casswell's video tutorial on Free's Wishing Well, available through LickLibrary, offers an in-depth breakdown of this classic track. In this lesson, Casswell meticulously teaches the song’s distinctive intro riff, which incorporates barre chords, slides, and pull-offs over a D major to B minor chord progression. He also dives into the solo, highlighting techniques such as double-stop bends and trills that give the guitar lines a vocal-like quality. His approach makes it easier for guitarists to capture the essence of Paul Kossoff’s expressive playing. For those looking to practice along with the song, the tutorial includes a backing track at 120 BPM in the key of E minor, allowing players to develop their timing and feel. This lesson is part of the Learn to Play Free course, which covers five of the band’s songs, providing a comprehensive insight into Free’s signature sound. Michael Casswell, a highly regarded session guitarist, delivers clear and detailed instruction, helping players at various skill levels master Wishing Well with confidence.