Blues Guitar Lessons - Volume 3 - Minor Blues Essentials

Elevate your blues guitar skills with this in-depth 14-part series! This installment, taught by renowned UK session guitarist Bobby Harrison, focuses on mastering minor blues playing. Building upon previous lessons covering shuffle grooves and slow blues progressions, this series delves into the unique world of minor blues solos.

Discover the nuances of soloing over minor and minor 7th chords, a departure from the dominant 7th progressions you may be familiar with. Learn how to navigate the distinct mood and note choices required for minor blues improvisation. We'll explore the crucial difference – avoiding the major third when playing over minor blues – and unlock new sonic possibilities.

You'll learn a powerful 36-bar blues solo packed with versatile blues licks you can instantly integrate into your own playing. Plus, explore a killer, ZZ Top-inspired minor blues rhythm guitar part to add grit and style to your sound. Bobby Harrison breaks down scale, arpeggio, and chord-tone ideas specifically tailored for minor blues progressions, giving you the tools to confidently solo and create your own compelling blues melodies. Perfect for guitarists looking to expand their blues guitar techniques and add a darker, more soulful dimension to their playing.