Blues Harmonica featuring Steve Guyger
Learn authentic blues harmonica styles and techniques from master bluesman Steve Guyger in this special instructional video series.
Videos
• Intro (02:28) - Steve Guyger and his guitarist Billy Flynn both give us a blues performance along with a few words about this series.
• Harmonica History (02:28) - Steve gives us an in-depth look at Chicago blues history and a bit about a the different famous blues musicians including the popular 'Sonny Boy Williamson.'
• Harmonica Basics (05:22) - In this video, Steve gives us the basics about the Harmonica. Then, he shows us and how to hold and play the harmonica for the first time.
• Sound & Tone (02:30) - This video focuses on helping you understand the difference between sound and tone. Steve talks about breathing and how to exercise your breathing for harmonica playing.
• Harmonica Techniques (11:55) - Now for the fun part, Steve talks about the different Techniques including Bending, Fanning, Warbles Trills and Flutters.
• Playing Chords (08:58) - Steve talks about chords and shows us how to play a large variety of chords. Steve also teaches us about octaves, chord hangs and progressions.
• Using Positions & Tone (12:47) - In this video, Steve shows us the different positions and goes deeper into tone and technique.
• Playing in a Band (16:26) - Steve teaches us about different band formats and how important structure is while performing with other musicians.
• Play-Along Backing Tracks (07:44) - Billy Flynn gives us some awesome backing tracks. These are used for practicing along with on the harmonica.
• Conclusion (01:54) - Steve wraps things up with a few final words and gives us one last performance with Billy Flynn.