Learning Solos From the Blues Masters
The blues masters built their vocabulary one stolen lick at a time. If you're an early-intermediate player who already knows the pentatonic scale and wants to ......
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Chord Tones Help Your Blues Solos Follow the Changes
If your solos sound like they're floating over the chord changes instead of following them, chord tones are the missing piece. A lot of players... ...
Mixing Major and Minor Pentatonic Over the Blues
If you've ever wondered how a blues guitarist makes a solo sound both sweet and gritty at the same time, the answer usually comes down to one thing......
Blues Phrasing: Bends, Vibrato, and the Power of Space
Most guitarists learn the minor pentatonic and then wonder why their solos sound robotic. The notes are right, but something is missing. That missing......
Connecting the 5 Pentatonic Boxes Across the Neck
If you've been playing blues guitar for a while, you probably know the feeling. You've got box 1 down cold, but the moment you try to move higher......
How to Solo Over the Blues With Feel and Intention
You already know the pentatonic scale. You can run the box, hit the root, and find the blue note. But the moment someone calls a 12-bar and says......
TrueFire and Sweetwater Unite to Elevate Music Education and Empower Musicians Worldwide
TrueFire, a leading platform in online music education, and Sweetwater, the No. 1 online retailer for music makers, are excited to announce a groundbreaking par...
TrueFire and School of Rock Forge a Harmonious Partnership to Enhance Music Education Around the World
TrueFire, a leading platform in online music education, and School of Rock, the premier leader in performance-based music education, are thrilled to announce th...
The Unsung Chord: The Importance of Self-Evaluation for Guitarists
In the world of music, where every note resonates with emotion and every chord carries a story, the journey of a guitarist is as enchanting as it is challenging...
TrueFire and SoundCloud Announce Exciting New Partnership with Launch of Ultimate Musician’s Bundle
TrueFire, a leader in online guitar education, and SoundCloud, a global giant in music distribution and artist promotion, are excited to announce a landmark par...
Mastering the Strings: The Importance of Pacing Yourself in Guitar Lessons
Learning to play the guitar is an exciting journey that opens up a world of musical possibilities. However, in the enthusiasm to become a guitar virtuoso overni...
Striking the Right Chord: Embarking on a Musical Journey with Guitar Lessons at Any Age
Music has the power to transcend time and age, and learning to play the guitar is a timeless endeavor that knows no boundaries. Whether you're a teenager with d...