Live Blues Workshop 7: Blues Phrasing

Published: Feb. 4, 2021, 3 p.m.

Playing the guitar requires some patience and practice especially when doing blues and soloing. There are many things to consider and one of them is phrasing. 


Phrasing matters a lot when playing the guitar since it emphasizes how a guitar player ventures their notes and licks within the music. In this episode, you will discover how phrasing changes a guitar player’s dynamics and emotions when playing blues and how to utilize phrasing to create an impression. 


P.S. Make sure you check out Steve's new course Creative Blues Soloing: https://guitarzoom.com/creativebluessoloing/promo/

Highlights: 

  • Finding the best spot in a song to jam
  • What is phrasing
  • Best way to improve creativity in phrasing
  • Things to consider when phrasing
  • How to amplify your skills when performing on stage
  • How to focus on rhythm
  • Utilizing phrasing, changing the sentences sizes, stopping and pausing sometimes
  • What is authenticity and how does it impacts your ability to play