The Real Merle Travis Guitar

This Homespun video series is a must for all fans of Merle Travis! The only son of the legendary guitarist gives us an in-depth look at the famous technique that changed the course of guitar history.

Videos

• Guitar Rag (23:49) - This tutorial starts with an introduction by Thom Bresh, son of musician Merle Travis, and a break down of the song Guitar Rag in the style of Merle.

• Cannonball Rag (12:55) - Next Thom goes over one of the most popular Merle Travis songs, Cannonball Rag

• Walkin' the Strings (12:40) - The fast picking song, Walkin' the Strings is covered along with a discussion on string types.

• I'll See You in My Dreams (09:07) - Here, Thom goes over the easy picking song, I'll See You in My Dreams

• Bugle Call Rag (07:41) - A song from the famous Merle Travis Yellow Album, Bugle Call Rag is broken down.

• Farewell, My Bluebell (07:57) - The old Civil War song Farewell, My Bluebell is shown and discussed.

• Hangin' With the Girls I Know (12:48) - In this last video, Thom plays and breaks down a song he wrote in the style of Merle Travis.