In this lesson I'll address the recurring rhythmic theme aspect of the piece while showing you the I, the IV and back to the I of this third verse. This lesson also contains more examples of textural and volume contrast plus some ideas on soloing strategy. Once again - a lot of stuff in here.
Topics and/or subjects covered in this lesson:Blues
key of E
A Harp
Rick Estrin
Chicago Shuffle
A Harp in the Key of E.
Loop 0:00 Introduction to the Third Verse
Loop 0:52 Overview of I, IV & I (Bars 1-8)
Loop 5:02 Breakdown of I Chord (First 4 Bars)
Loop 8:52 Slow Practice Loop of I Chord (First 4 Bars)
Loop 9:25 Breakdown of IV Chord Octave Riff (Bars 5 & 6)
Loop 10:55 Slow Practice Loop of IV Chord (Bars 5 & 6)
Loop 11:05 Overview of I Chord (Bars 7 & 8)
Loop 11:38 I, IV & I (Bars 1-8) Played Together
Loop 12:20 Breakdown of I Chord (Bars 7 & 8)
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attempt at it
amazing great riffs
Thanks Steve - That's been the litmus test for me - keeping it fresh while staying stylistically true to the genre.
ya. "Put a burr on it and make it sound important"!