Learn To Play Blues Lead Guitar

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Learn To Play Blues Lead Guitar at LickLibrary.com

Embark on a musical journey with LickLibrary.com's "Learn To Play Blues Lead Guitar," a comprehensive online course designed to master the art of blues guitar. This course is meticulously crafted for guitarists eager to delve into the emotive and expressive world of blues music. Whether you're a novice eager to learn the basics or an experienced player looking to deepen your expertise, this course caters to all levels, offering insights into crucial techniques that define the blues sound. This course is taught by Neville Marten.

The Essence of Blues Scale Patterns

Blues scale patterns form the backbone of blues lead guitar playing. In "Learn To Play Blues Lead Guitar," you will explore various blues scales, including the minor pentatonic and the blues scale, which are fundamental in creating the soul-stirring solos synonymous with blues music. Learning these scales not only enhances your ability to improvise over blues progressions but also significantly improves your musical ear and theory knowledge. This understanding opens a gateway to improvisation, allowing you to express emotions fluidly through your instrument.

Mastering String Bending

String bending is a pivotal technique in blues guitar that adds expression and emotion to your playing. Our course provides step-by-step instructions on how to master this technique, focusing on the nuances of pitch and control. Perfecting string bending will enable you to mimic the human voice, adding a wailing quality to your solos that evokes the deep emotions inherent in blues music. This skill not only improves your lead playing but also enhances your overall expressiveness on the guitar.

The Art of Finger Vibrato

Finger vibrato is another essential technique covered in our lessons. It involves a rhythmic pulsing movement of the fingers to vary the pitch of a note, adding richness and depth to the sound. Through "Learn To Play Blues Lead Guitar," you will learn how to execute vibrato with precision and soul, which is crucial for adding dynamics and emotional intensity to your playing. Mastering finger vibrato will not only enrich your solo performances but also increase your control and confidence on the fretboard.

By incorporating these techniques into your playing, you will unlock new dimensions of musical expression and gain a deeper appreciation for the blues genre. Our course is designed not just to teach you techniques, but to transform you into a versatile and expressive blues guitarist who can captivate an audience with soulful, impactful performances.

Guitar Techniques Used in This Course

Below is a list of guitar techniques featured in our lessons. These techniques are fundamental to mastering blues lead guitar and are detailed in various modules throughout the course.

For those interested in expanding their guitar skills beyond the blues, our course also touches upon a variety of other techniques that can enhance your overall guitar playing. Each linked technique below opens up new possibilities and applications, not only in blues but across various genres of music:

Each technique is explored in detail, providing you with the tools and knowledge to enhance your musicality and technical ability. Whether you aim to refine your existing skills or embark on a new musical adventure, "Learn To Play Blues Lead Guitar" at LickLibrary.com offers an enriching and enjoyable learning experience.

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Technical Details

  • Code

    RDR0020

  • Artist

    Neville Marten

  • Media

    Online Stream, Download, DVD

  • Media format

    PAL + NTSC

  • Genre

    Blues

  • Skill level

    Suitable For All

  • EIN No

    5060088820230

  • TAB NOT Included

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