Publisher's Synopsis
Master Modern Blues Guitar Rhythm and Soloing - With Robben Ford
Robben Ford is one of the world's most in demand modern blues guitarists. From his work with Miles Davis, to the Yellowjackets, Joni Mitchell, George Harrison and Larry Carlton, the Blues has always been at the heart of Robben's music.
In his new book, Urban Blues Guitar Revolution, Robben brings six classic blues genres bang up to date and gives a modern slant to the early styles that were the foundation of urban blues guitar. Each track includes rhythm guitar and soloing studies, and begins with authentic parts that gradually get more modern with each chorus.
What You'll Learn
Robben Ford's Urban Blues Guitar Revolution teaches you the rhythm and soloing language of authentic blues guitar, chord by chord, lick by lick, then takes you on a journey through increasingly more modern ideas. You'll learn the roots of the style, then how to give your blues music a more contemporary edge.
Each essential blues guitar component is broken down into clear instructions and you'll get access to Robben's exclusive analysis of his playing, line by line.
By the end, you'll have taken away hundreds of jaw-dropping blues guitar licks, riffs and rhythm parts that you can use to dramatically improve your own blues playing.
The Complete Blues Guitar Course from a Modern Master
Robben Ford's Urban Blues Guitar Revolution gives unparalleled insight into the technical and creative approach of a modern-day master blues guitarist.
Through a series of carefully conceived pieces, you will master an incredibly versatile approach to playing modern blues guitar, while discovering the traditions of the style.
- Learn tips and tricks to create authentic blues guitar feel and tone
- Gain a deep understanding and mastery of authentic & modern blues guitar
- Hundreds of licks, rhythm parts, riffs and unique blues chord approaches
- Discover Robben Ford's personal approach to playing the blues on guitar
- Master both delicately nuanced, and all-out powerful blues guitar solos
Learn Six Fantastic Blues Guitar Performance Pieces - With Rhythms, Riffs, Chords and Solos
Every detailed chapter first teaches the important ideas that build the rhythm part of each track, before giving you a blow-by-blow breakdown of the full piece, enabling you master six blues tracks written exclusively by Robben Ford. You'll get deep into the rhythmic nuance, authentic blues guitar parts, classic stylings and modern twists. It's a journey that'll teach you everything you need to know about playing the blues.
Hear It!
Robben Ford's Urban Blues Guitar Revolution comes with over 60 studio quality audio examples plus six backing tracks that are all free to download. These not only let you hear the music, but help you master Robben's unique blues guitar phrasing. There are even slowed down versions of the full songs.
Robben Ford is one of the greatest blues guitarists on the planet! If you want to learn blues guitar the right way, you owe it to yourself to learn from a master.
