Delta Blues Guitar
In this video guitar lesson, visit with the legendary Honeyboy Edwards, one of the last links to the classic Delta blues of the 1920s and '30s. He imparts wisdom and wit while reminiscing about his life and friends, including Robert Johnson.
Videos
• Honeyboy's Intro (01:19) - Honeyboy Edwards welcomes us to the course.
• Medium Blues in E (02:33) - Learn to play a medium blues in the key of E with Honeyboy's expert guidance.
• Dave Rubin's Intro (00:53) - Dave Rubin provides insights and context for the Delta Blues tradition.
• Blues Turnaround (03:47) - Master the essential blues turnaround technique to add authenticity to your playing.
• About Robert Johnson (07:35) - Explore the legacy and influence of legendary blues musician Robert Johnson.
• Up-Tempo Blues (04:46) - Dive into up-tempo blues playing with Honeyboy Edwards' instructional tips.
• Blues in D (04:32) - Learn to play blues in the key of D, expanding your repertoire and skills.
• Your Own Style (02:25) - Discover how to develop your own unique style while honoring the Delta Blues tradition.
• Honeyboy's History (02:33) - Gain insight into Honeyboy Edwards' personal history and experiences in the blues.
• Tommy Johnson Style (03:01) - Explore the distinctive style of blues musician Tommy Johnson with Honeyboy and Dave.
• Double-Stops (01:49) - Master the technique of double-stops to add richness and depth to your blues playing.
• Runs in A (02:18) - Learn to incorporate melodic runs in the key of A into your blues guitar vocabulary.
• Fills in E (01:35) - Explore techniques for adding fills and embellishments to your blues playing in E.
• Lonnie Johnson Style (00:55) - Discover the style and techniques of blues guitarist Lonnie Johnson with Honeyboy Edwards.
• Memphis Minnie Lick (01:13) - Learn a signature lick from blues legend Memphis Minnie with detailed instruction.
• Slide Guitar in E (06:04) - Delve into the art of slide guitar playing in the key of E with Honeyboy Edwards' guidance.
• Robert Johnson Style (06:15) - Further explore the style and techniques of Robert Johnson, a cornerstone of Delta Blues.
• Boogie Lines (03:04) - Master boogie lines to add energy and rhythm to your blues guitar playing.
• Slow Blues in A (05:34) - Learn to play slow blues in the key of A, focusing on expression and emotion.
• Honeyboy's Equipment (01:07) - Gain insight into the equipment and gear preferences of Honeyboy Edwards for authentic blues sound.
• Conclusion (01:10) - Honeyboy wraps up the course.