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Blues guitar, by Jon Chappell

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Blues guitar, by Jon Chappell

Language

eng

Illustrations

musicillustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Blues guitar

Oclc number

1173048731

Responsibility statement

by Jon Chappell

Series statement

For dummies

Summary

Select the right guitar and accessories Learn the riffs and scales that define the blues Play solid blues rhythm or step out for a solo Recreate the sounds of the blues masters Want to play the blues? Can't read music? No problem! This fun, accessible guide shows you how to play blues scales, chords, progressions, riffs, and solos. Learn about the structure of a blues song, including intros, turnarounds, and endings. Master the art of articulation, dynamics, and phrasing. From Delta blues and modern blues to blues rock, you'll see how to use today's guitars, amplifiers, and effects to play a wide variety of styles, with hands-on guidance on changing strings for when you really boogie down. Inside Explore acoustic and electric styles. Perform common blues scales. Learn song structures and improvise leads. Follow the history of the blues. Choose the best equipment to accentuate your sound. Get to know legendary blues artists and albums

Table Of Contents

Part 1: You Got a Right to Play the Blues -- Part 2: Setting Up to Play the Blues -- Part 3: Beyond the Basics: Playing Like a Pro -- Part 4: Sounding Like the Masters: Blues Styles through the Ages -- Part 5: Gearing Up: Outfitting Your Arsenal -- Part 6: The Part of Tens -- Part 7: Appendixes

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Blues guitar for dummies

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