Robben Ford - The Art of Blues Rhythm - DVD

As one of the most emulated blues players of our time Robben Ford's impeccable soloing techniques phrasing and tone have been the subject of several books and videos but for the first time Robben brings his smooth and tasty rhythm playing to the forefront in this DVD. He explains and demonstrates dozens of blues rhythm concepts and techniques from 12-bar shuffle blues rhythms to mixing in jazz chords to blues comping. Robben also takes you through several of his tunes showing his chord voicings rhythms and right-hand picking/finger techniques. Robben also answers questions about double-stops his guitars recording and road gear. Also includesa 39-page printable PDF with examples and transcriptions. Robben has been offering masterclass clinics for several years to a very select and limited number of students. We're happy to present this DVD to allow guitarists everywhere to be a part of this unique experience.

REH Book/Audio Pack. Learn blues comping patterns from the master! Robben Ford reveals the chords and driving rhythm patterns he used to create great blues back-ups: funky shuffle and slow blues rhythms; two- and three-notemoveable shapes; 'sliding sixths' patterns; intro/ending licks; seven different 7th chord voicings; and more 60-minute audio accompaniment.

A Complete Course in Techniques and Styles-This latest entry in Backbeat's bestselling handbook series starts by exploring the humble beginnings of blues guitar through the early decades of the 20th century including profiles of such players as Robert Johnson Charley Patton and Son House. As the story moves into the '40s and '50s and blues players migrate to major urban centers author Adam St. James follows the evolution of the music at the hands of such electric blues kingpins as Muddy Waters Howlin' Wolf and B. B. King. Then it's the blues-rockers of the '60s '70s and '80s (including Eric Clapton Jimmy Page Jeff Beck and Stevie Ray Vaughan) before the story comes up to date with blues flame-keepers suchas Keb Mo' or Duke Robillard and some not-quite-traditionalists such as Robben Ford or Derek Trucks.A comprehensive section for mastering electric and acoustic blues follows this historic overview. Starting from the very basics it leads you into more advanced rhythm and lead techniques before examining four key styles: acoustic blues classic electric blues blues rock and jazz blues. The many exercises in the book are supported by specially recorded audio tracks on the accompanying CD.

Meet one of the true legends of the Blues and learn the secrets to his ice-cool guitar style. GIT Blues expert Keith Wyatt hosts this very special tutorial showing you the details of the Albert Collins funky and soulful sound. You'll learn an array of characteristic Iceman licks how to use a capo and altered tunings along with those unique rhythms that make the man's music so addictive!Then sit back and enjoy Albert himself doing what he does best as he performs a live set at Hollywood's Musicians Institute. As if that were not enough there are also bonus performances from fellow Blues heroes BB King and Robben Ford!If you are a fan of the Blues guitar then hisis one DVD not to be missed.