Guitar Techniques

FOOD FOR thought

I’m working on a series of lessons on my site that explains how to ‘make the changes’ in a blues. One of my students challenged me to explain that journey for GT because it’s something that baffles many people. But it’s a really wonderful adventure that can kick in new life to your blues playing.

What I’ll present here is a pathway you might like to try out – it’s by no means the only one, but it works and is fun. Some of the things I mention might not make much sense unless you’re ready to upgrade – but my site has lessons that

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