In this guitar lesson, you'll learn how to play an original composition which alternates back and forth between a D5 chord and a C. In addition to learning the strumming pattern for the rhythm, you'll also be playing several lead fill licks in between the chords (and learn what scales they come from). I titled this "Country Blues Guitar Lesson" because I thought the rhythm part sounded country, whereas the lead fills sounded bluesy. This piece is played with no accompaniment - solo guitar. … [Read more...]
Country Rhythm and Lead Guitar Lesson (Bluesy) – EP125
In this country guitar lesson, you'll learn how to play a classic country boogie woogie style rhythm (in the key of D) as well as a pedal steel style, country lead. I've often found that when I try to learn country guitar, I become frustrated because it's usually played at such an insanely fast tempo. Maybe you've found that to be the case as well? In this lesson, I've tried to take some classic country guitar licks and slow them down to a tempo that's within reach. You'll also learn how to … [Read more...]
Rock / Country Lead Guitar Lesson (Part 2 of 2) – EP092
In this guitar lesson, learn how to play the lead part of the rock / country mini series. This is part 2 (of 2). This is a great lesson to learn how to change scales as the chords change, which is more prominent in country lead. Click here if you'd like to learn part 1 - rock country rhythm guitar lesson. … [Read more...]
Rock / Country Rhythm Guitar Lesson (Part 1 of 2) – EP091
In this guitar lesson, learn how to play an up-tempo, driving rock / country rhythm on electric guitar (although you could do this on acoustic as well). This lesson uses a combination of country and classic rock licks. I've included a slower version of the MP3 jam track as well for those that are just getting started with this style of playing. Also, for premium members, scroll down to check out the Soundslice tab / video player! … [Read more...]
Mellow Alt-Country Rhythm Guitar Lesson – EP089
This is a laid-back, mellow alt-country style guitar lesson in which you'll learn how to play rhythm and lead fills over an alt-country chord progression. I'll show you how to play everything note for note and explain where these chords and scales come from so you'll be able to apply this style to your own compositions. This lesson works on acoustic or electric guitar. I'm experimenting with this new technology (below) that allows me to embed the tab in sync with the audio. Just click on the … [Read more...]
David Rawlings Style Lead Guitar Lesson – EP068
In this guitar lesson, learn how to play a David Rawlings style lead on acoustic guitar (this could also be played on electric). Learn how David plays using a lot of open strings and dissonance. If you aren't familiar with his work, check out the Dave Rawlings Machine (his band) or his work with Gillian Welch. He's one of the best! … [Read more...]
Rockabilly, Carl Perkins Style Guitar Lesson – EP024
In this guitar lesson, I’ll break down this Carl Perkins inspired Rockabilly guitar solo into 2 parts. Rockabilly is sort of a hybrid between country twang and blues and can be a lot of fun to play. However, one of the challenges of playing this style of guitar is that it can be very fast. I mention in the video that I’m really not a very fast guitar picker (in the traditional sense), but I’ve managed to learn a few tricks that involve slides, pull-offs, and hammer-ons with the left hand that … [Read more...]
Rock Blues in the Key of A- Learn to Play Rhythm and Lead – EP018
This is a new 4 part mini series that will show you how to play a driving blues lead guitar and up-tempo rhythm guitar. This lead lesson was influenced by several different artists, namely Eric Clapton, Dickey Betts, and B.B. King... with some various country pedal steel licks thrown in for good measure. Hopefully there are enough out there that share my love of this style of playing to make lessons like this worth while. I will be releasing the 4 videos for this mini-series over the next few … [Read more...]
EP003: Country Style Guitar Lesson, Part 3
This is the third part of the country guitar solo / rhythm guitar lesson (EP003). This is a three part mini-series that shows you how to play both country lead and rhythm. If you're viewing this out of context and want to start with part one, look for a lesson that starts with EP001! This lesson focuses on how to play the rhythm guitar part and uses a right-hand combination of both playing with a guitar pick and plucking with your fingers. If you're new to this way of playing don't let that … [Read more...]
EP002: Country Style Guitar Lesson, Part 2
This is the second half of the country guitar solo (EP002). This is a three part mini-series that shows you how to play country lead and rhythm. If you're viewing this out of context and want to start with part one, look for EP001! This is a more relaxed style country lead solo that is geared for intermediate to advanced players (although if you're a beginner there are certainly licks that you can take away from this and be able to play). The final lesson in this series (part 3) will show … [Read more...]
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