Chicago Blues Harmonica
In this harmonica video lesson, learn blues harmonica from the source! Chicago native Billy Boy Arnold teaches you all the techniques you need to play blues harp, including first/second/third positions, note-bending, trills, and much more!
Videos
• Intro (10:12) - Get introduced to the style and sound of Chicago blues harmonica.
• Urban Blues (07:56) - Explore the roots of urban blues and how it shapes harmonica playing.
• Little Walter (10:14) - Learn about the influence of harmonica legend Little Walter on Chicago blues.
• Chromatic Harmonica (02:06) - Dive into the basics of playing chromatic harmonica for blues.
• Little Walter Boogie (01:37) - Master a classic boogie groove inspired by Little Walter.
• Little Walter Slow Blues (01:09) - Slow things down with a soulful, bluesy tune in Little Walter's style.
• Bo Diddley Beat (03:02) - Add rhythm and groove with the iconic Bo Diddley beat.
• Slow Blues in Third Position (02:48) - Learn to play slow blues in third position for a different tonal flavor.
• Soloing (01:35) - Practice soloing techniques to create expressive harmonica lines.
• Following the Changes (01:37) - Get comfortable following chord changes to stay in sync with the band.
• 8 Bar Blues (03:59) - Learn the structure and feel of the 8-bar blues progression.
• Minor Blues (05:06) - Explore the moodier side of blues with the minor blues form.
• Following the Changes - Minor Blues (01:15) - Adapt your playing to the changes in a minor blues progression.
• Up Tempo Blues (01:57) - Pick up the pace with an up-tempo blues jam.
• Closing (03:25) - Wrap things up with some final thoughts and tips from Billy Boy Arnold.