The Blues Guitar Show

Latest Episodes:

Episode #99 Top 5 Riffs Dec 19, 2022

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In this episode I go all High Fidelity and give you my top 5 blues riffs, a bit of pre-xmas fun on the pod this week.
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This online workshop will give you all the tools you need to get started creating your own improvisations, songs and freestyles on the guitar.

When: November 14th 5-6pm GMT

Where: Online via Google Meet

Price $25/pp

https://calendly.com/ben-thebluesguitarshow/freestylin-the-blues-workshop

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Episode #98 Guitar Solo - Pro Tips Dec 09, 2022

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In this special ELECTRIC episode I take you through some tips on how to create/write and play effective blues solos. Not one to miss if you're an electric blues or blues rock fan.
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This online workshop will give you all the tools you need to get started creating your own improvisations, songs and freestyles on the guitar.

When: November 14th 5-6pm GMT

Where: Online via Google Meet

Price $25/pp

https://calendly.com/ben-thebluesguitarshow/freestylin-the-blues-workshop

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To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/Month head to https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe

Episode #97 Fingerpicking Routines Dec 02, 2022

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In this episode I talk about some great exercises for leveling up your finger style playing. I talk about how to gain speed with your finger picking as well as some cool licks you can throw into any blues you're playing.
Make a small donation at 'Buy me a coffee' https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bluesguitarshowvelling up your fingerstyle playing
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This online workshop will give you all the tools you need to get started creating your own improvisations, songs and freestyles on the guitar.

When: November 14th 5-6pm GMT

Where: Online via Google Meet

Price $25/pp

https://calendly.com/ben-thebluesguitarshow/freestylin-the-blues-workshop

Support the show

To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/Month head to https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe

Episode #96 What guitar Do You Need? Nov 25, 2022

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In this episode I talk through 5 things I think you need to consider before buying a new guitar. This came off the back of a student asking me this week about buying some new gear, I talk about sound, play ability, price, look and feel.
Bit of a fun chat this episode, don't forget to give me a review if you're listening on Apple Podcasts.
Follow me on instagram @bluesguitarshowpodcast
Make a small donation at 'Buy me a coffee' https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bluesguitarshow

This online workshop will give you all the tools you need to get started creating your own improvisations, songs and freestyles on the guitar.

When: November 14th 5-6pm GMT

Where: Online via Google Meet

Price $25/pp

https://calendly.com/ben-thebluesguitarshow/freestylin-the-blues-workshop

Support the show

To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/Month head to https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe

Episode #95 Writing Blues Solos Nov 16, 2022

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In this episode I talk about how to begin writing your own blues solos, we cover a great little exercise that will really help unlock some great sounding licks - without thinking about the neck!
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Make a small donation at 'Buy me a coffee' https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bluesguitarshow

This online workshop will give you all the tools you need to get started creating your own improvisations, songs and freestyles on the guitar.

When: November 14th 5-6pm GMT

Where: Online via Google Meet

Price $25/pp

https://calendly.com/ben-thebluesguitarshow/freestylin-the-blues-workshop

Support the show

To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/Month head to https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe

Episode #94 Learning the Keys Nov 01, 2022

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In this episode I take on the questions "What do I play over what?" And 'What does Cmaj7/9 mean?
We talk through how to learn and recognize ,major keys as well as chord spelling and building.
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Make a small donation at 'Buy me a coffee' https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bluesguitarshow

This online workshop will give you all the tools you need to get started creating your own improvisations, songs and freestyles on the guitar.

When: November 14th 5-6pm GMT

Where: Online via Google Meet

Price $25/pp

https://calendly.com/ben-thebluesguitarshow/freestylin-the-blues-workshop

Support the show

To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/Month head to https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe

Episode #93 Vamping Improvisation Oct 28, 2022

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In this episode I talk you though a simple vamping idea to explore your improvisation using the minor pentatonic scale.
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Make a small donation at 'Buy me a coffee' https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bluesguitarshow

This online workshop will give you all the tools you need to get started creating your own improvisations, songs and freestyles on the guitar.

When: November 14th 5-6pm GMT

Where: Online via Google Meet

Price $25/pp

https://calendly.com/ben-thebluesguitarshow/freestylin-the-blues-workshop

Support the show

To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/Month head to https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe

Episode #92 Dylan Asena Interview Oct 10, 2022

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In this episode I talk to a phenomenally talented and accomplished guitarist. Dylan is a scholar of the guitar who is very knowledgeable about classical, contemporary and guitar education. We have a great conversation about guitar teaching, get geeky about guitar technique and even critique John Mayer! Enjoy
Check out his website https://asenaguitar.com/
And Instagram https://www.instagram.com/asenaguitar/
Follow me on instagram @bluesguitarshowpodcast
Make a small donation at 'Buy me a coffee' https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bluesguitarshow

This online workshop will give you all the tools you need to get started creating your own improvisations, songs and freestyles on the guitar.

When: November 14th 5-6pm GMT

Where: Online via Google Meet

Price $25/pp

https://calendly.com/ben-thebluesguitarshow/freestylin-the-blues-workshop

Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe

Support the show

To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/Month head to https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe

Episode #91 The Washboard Resonators Sep 26, 2022

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In this episode I talk to one of the coolest bands in the U.K. They play a mix of ragtime, trad jazz, blues and folk music and do it all on some stunning vintage gear. We talk about everything from recording in the legendary Sun studios to how to write songs as a two-piece band. Enjoy
Check out their tour dates!
http://www.thewashboardresonators.com/
Follow me on instagram @bluesguitarshowpodcast
Make a small donation at 'Buy me a coffee' https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bluesguitarshow

This online workshop will give you all the tools you need to get started creating your own improvisations, songs and freestyles on the guitar.

When: November 14th 5-6pm GMT

Where: Online via Google Meet

Price $25/pp

https://calendly.com/ben-thebluesguitarshow/freestylin-the-blues-workshop

Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe

Support the show

To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/Month head to https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe

Episode #90 Mark Knopfler Sep 12, 2022

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In this episode I talk about one of the best players of all time Mark Knopfler. We look at his legacy, guitars of choice and learn the iconic intro to the song Romeo and Juliet
Follow me on instagram @bluesguitarshowpodcast
Make a small donation at 'Buy me a coffee' https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bluesguitarshow

This online workshop will give you all the tools you need to get started creating your own improvisations, songs and freestyles on the guitar.

When: November 14th 5-6pm GMT

Where: Online via Google Meet

Price $25/pp

https://calendly.com/ben-thebluesguitarshow/freestylin-the-blues-workshop

Support the show

To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/Month head to https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe