The Jimmy Reed Guitar Style

🎶 Mastering Jimmy Reed's Electric Blues Shuffle - Part I 🎸

Course Overview: Jimmy Reed was a legend, the king of electric blues shuffle whose distinctive sound from the Vee Jay Label has left an indelible mark on the genre. In this comprehensive course, we'll delve into the heart of Jimmy Reed's style, focusing on his signature sound in the Key of E. This isn't just about playing the notes; it's about capturing the essence of one of the most influential blues styles ever.

What You'll Learn:

• 🎵 Bass Rhythms and Variations: The foundational grooves that drive Jimmy Reed's tunes.
• 🎸 Fill Licks & Turnarounds: The melodic flourishes that give his songs their character.
• 🎶 Song Intros: How to kick off a Jimmy Reed tune with authentic flair.
• 🍃 Chords and Chord Rhythm Patterns: The harmonically rich palette of chords that support his melodies.
• 🚀 Solos: Capturing the essence of Jimmy Reed's expressive lead playing.

Course Breakdown:

1. Bass Rhythms and Variations: Learn the signature walking bass lines that form the backbone of Jimmy Reed's sound.
2. Fill Licks & Turnarounds: Master the licks that bridge phrases and verses with soulful ease.
3. Song Intros: Discover the secrets to starting a song in the style of Jimmy Reed, setting the tone for what's to come.
4. Chords and Chord Rhythm Patterns: Explore the chord choices and rhythms that bring his music to life.
5. Solos: Learn how to play expressive solos that capture the essence of Jimmy Reed's lead style.

Key Features:

• 🎭 Detailed TABs and charts for each lecture, printed with Guitar Pro 7 and focusing solely on finger positions.
• 🔍 A deep dive into the subtleties that make Jimmy Reed's recordings so unique and compelling.
• ✅ Step-by-step instruction to ensure you play it "correctly," just like the originals.
• 🚀 The opportunity to build your own Jimmy Reed-style song in the Key of E.

Special Note: This course is designed for guitarists of all levels who are ready to explore beyond the basics and immerse themselves in the rich history of blues guitar. By the end of this course, you'll be equipped to play any of Jimmy Reed's songs in the Key of E and infuse his style into your own playing.

Upcoming:

• 🎸 Part II - The Key of A: The second installment of the course will continue your journey with Jimmy Reed, teaching you his tunes in another classic key, ensuring a complete mastery of his distinctive sound.

Get ready to let the rhythm move you as you learn one of the most commercially successful and influential blues styles of all time. Let's hit those strings and bring Jimmy Reed's guitar style to life! 🎵🤫