Learn To Play Stevie Ray Vaughan Guitar Techniques

Welcome to the world of Stevie Ray Vaughan guitar techniques with Licklibrary.com's comprehensive course, "Learn To Play Stevie Ray Vaughan Guitar Techniques." This product is specially designed for guitar enthusiasts who aspire to master the unique style of one of the greatest blues guitarists of all time. In this course, learners will dive into some of Stevie Ray Vaughan's most iconic tracks, including "Texas Flood," "Pride And Joy," "Scuttle Buttin'," "Cold Shot," and "The Sky Is Crying." Each lesson focuses on dissecting the techniques that made Vaughan's playing legendary, enhancing the learner's ability and understanding of the blues genre. This course is taught by Jamie Humphries.

Songs Included in This Course

  • Texas Flood
  • Pride And Joy
  • Scuttlebuttin
  • Cold Shot
  • The Sky Is Crying.

Song Breakdown

Texas Flood

In "Texas Flood," learners explore the emotive power of slow blues and the technical mastery required to deliver it with impact. Techniques such as string bending and vibrato are highlighted to express the soul-stirring depth typical of Vaughan's style. This lesson not only enhances one's bending accuracy but also teaches how to infuse personal expression into every note played, benefiting players by developing their emotive playing style and technical precision.

Pride And Joy

The lesson on "Pride And Joy" focuses on Vaughan's signature shuffle rhythm and vigorous strumming patterns. Techniques like double stops and muted riffs play a crucial role in recreating the energetic rhythm that drives the track. Learning these techniques provides players with the ability to play rhythm guitar with more groove and energy, a skill applicable in various music genres beyond blues.

Scuttle Buttin'

"Scuttle Buttin'" is a high-energy song that showcases Vaughan's rapid-fire riffing and intricate use of hybrid picking. This lesson aims to develop speed and accuracy in playing fast-paced blues rock. The application of these techniques enhances dexterity and timing, equipping learners with skills necessary for tackling complex solos and riffs in fast tempos.

Cold Shot

In "Cold Shot," the focus shifts to mastering the art of dynamics and touch, with an emphasis on techniques such as palm muting and slides. These techniques allow the player to add texture and nuance to their playing, making it possible to convey subtle emotions effectively. This lesson is particularly beneficial for players looking to improve their expressive capabilities and dynamic control.

The Sky Is Crying

This song lesson delves into the melancholic expression of the blues, using slow arpeggios and soulful vibrato. The careful dissection of Vaughan's use of legato and string bending in "The Sky Is Crying" helps learners express deep emotions musically. This enhances musical expressiveness and helps in developing a more lyrical approach to guitar solos.


List of Guitar Techniques

Throughout these lessons, a wide array of guitar techniques are covered, all of which are foundational to Stevie Ray Vaughan's style as well as the broader realm of rock and blues music. Below is a list of techniques used in our course with links to detailed descriptions:

By learning these techniques through the songs of Stevie Ray Vaughan, guitarists will not only enhance their technical skillset but also deepen their expressive and improvisational abilities. This course is designed to provide learners with a thorough understanding of blues guitar, enriched by the style of one of its greatest practitioners. Join us at Licklibrary.com to begin your journey into the heart of blues guitar!

About The Tutor

Tutor Profile

Jamie Humphries

Jamie is one of the mainstays of LickLibrary, having a stream of hugely successful best selling DVDs, Jamie is best known as Brian May's sideman who he's played shows with all over the world. Aside from this Jamie is a hugely popular clinician working all over the world with Ernie...

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