Acoustic Fingerstyle Blues Guitar Lesson Every Player NEEDS to Know!
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In today’s lesson, I’m breaking down fingerstyle acoustic blues in the key of E. I demonstrate and explain my approach to claw hammer style playing, sharing insights about fingernail technique – comparing my method with players like Derek Trucks and Eric Clapton.

I walk through a detailed progression starting with an E chord, moving through various positions and hammer-ons, and show you how to create that essential bluesy feel. I cover the importance of dynamics, from delicate passages to more aggressive, flamenco-style raking techniques.

The lesson includes a deep dive into the four chord (A7th) and five chord (B7th), with special attention to hand positioning for smooth transitions. I also share a personal story about playing with John Lee Hooker to illustrate how blues should feel loose and improvisational.

Throughout the video, I emphasize that blues isn’t about perfection – it’s about soul, grit, and making that guitar speak, just like the old blues masters did in Mississippi juke joints. Whether you’re playing solo or with a band, these techniques will help you develop your own authentic blues voice.

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