This practical workshop introduces the blues, looking at playing techniques such as turnarounds, shuffles and basic basslines, demystifying ‘V-IV-I’ blues chord sequences and introducing fundamental blues techniques such as finger picking, hammer-ons and pull-offs, using examples from classic Blues recordings. Players need to be comfortable with the chords of E, A and B7 and be able to change confidently between them. It will also be helpful if you have some knowledge of the E minor and A minor ‘pentatonic’ scale. (The follow-on workshop Blues Guitar Beginners Part 2 takes place on Saturday 3 June.)
(You can see the E And A Minor Pentatonic Scales here)
Participants will need to bring a 6 string acoustic guitar.
Joff Watkins is an accomplished blues player who combines performing and teaching, including leading the highly popular blues harmonica workshops here at The Stables
(The follow-on workshop Blues Guitar Beginners Part 2 takes place on Saturday 11 March.)
Refreshments:
Tea & coffee is provided.
Participants on a full day workshop or course should bring a packed lunch and other snacks.
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