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Bridging the Blues
I've lived in Michigan my whole life and Larry McCray is an absolute blues Legend here. Larry is 100% the real deal when it comes to True Blues guitar. To get a lesson from him is priceless.
Bridging The Blues
Interactive Video Blues Masterclass
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About this course
Rust Belt blues singer, guitarist, and bandleader Larry McCray has played with BB King, Buddy Guy, Albert King, John Mayall, Johnny Winter, Robert Cray, Keb’ Mo’, Jimmie Vaughan, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, and Joe Bonamassa.
Blending reverence for blues traditions with his own soulful spin on the form, Larry has been recognized with an Orville H. Gibson Male Blues Guitarist of the Year award and the Top Guitarist prize in the International Blues Matters writer's poll.
We’re thrilled to welcome Larry to the family with his first TrueFire interactive video course, Bridging the Blues!
”The blues is like a well-traveled road – we honor the old footprints yet stamp out our own unique path. I grew up in the rural south during a period when artists like BB King, Albert King, Luther Allison and others were playing that style of the blues that emerged from the post-war period. I feel blessed that I was able to get a first-hand dose of that.
In this course, we’ll explore how I build upon the spirit of the blues and push it forward while always staying mindful of the roots. We’ll examine how I emulate great gospel singers with vibrato, slides, and string bending in my solos and developing a solid right-hand attack by mixing fingertips and picking.
We’ll discuss classic rhythms like the Chicago lump, spicing-up progressions with smaller chord fragments, lick-enhancing techniques, and more. I’ll perform over ten rhythm tracks from my latest album to illustrate how I craft solos and rhythm parts, and I’ll give you lots of tips for making the most of what you already know.”
You’ll have TrueFire’s interactive learning tools at your fingertips to personalize your workspace and learn at your own pace.
The performances are tabbed, notated, and synced to the video with controls for looping, slow motion, fretboard animation, and many other tools. Backing tracks, Guitar Pro files, printable tab and notation are also included.
Grab your guitar, and let’s ‘bridge the blues’ with Larry McCray!
KEEP THE BLUES ALIVE!
Proceeds from purchases of this course are donated to the Keeping the Blues Alive® Foundation. Learn more about the Keeping The Blues Alive Foundation and how you can help preserve music education for the next generation!
Blending reverence for blues traditions with his own soulful spin on the form, Larry has been recognized with an Orville H. Gibson Male Blues Guitarist of the Year award and the Top Guitarist prize in the International Blues Matters writer's poll.
We’re thrilled to welcome Larry to the family with his first TrueFire interactive video course, Bridging the Blues!
”The blues is like a well-traveled road – we honor the old footprints yet stamp out our own unique path. I grew up in the rural south during a period when artists like BB King, Albert King, Luther Allison and others were playing that style of the blues that emerged from the post-war period. I feel blessed that I was able to get a first-hand dose of that.
In this course, we’ll explore how I build upon the spirit of the blues and push it forward while always staying mindful of the roots. We’ll examine how I emulate great gospel singers with vibrato, slides, and string bending in my solos and developing a solid right-hand attack by mixing fingertips and picking.
We’ll discuss classic rhythms like the Chicago lump, spicing-up progressions with smaller chord fragments, lick-enhancing techniques, and more. I’ll perform over ten rhythm tracks from my latest album to illustrate how I craft solos and rhythm parts, and I’ll give you lots of tips for making the most of what you already know.”
You’ll have TrueFire’s interactive learning tools at your fingertips to personalize your workspace and learn at your own pace.
The performances are tabbed, notated, and synced to the video with controls for looping, slow motion, fretboard animation, and many other tools. Backing tracks, Guitar Pro files, printable tab and notation are also included.
Grab your guitar, and let’s ‘bridge the blues’ with Larry McCray!
KEEP THE BLUES ALIVE!
Proceeds from purchases of this course are donated to the Keeping the Blues Alive® Foundation. Learn more about the Keeping The Blues Alive Foundation and how you can help preserve music education for the next generation!
What you'll learn
- Master the double-stop 'two-for-one' bending technique
- Execute Albert King's signature slide-and-bend combination lick
- Incorporate jazz trills into blues playing
- Blend major 7 sounds with traditional blues vocabulary
- Develop alternative starting points for blues solos beyond standard pentatonic boxes
Release date: 12/18/2023 • 2h 29m runtime
Sample lessons
Ode to Albert
Overview
Ode to Albert
Performance
Ode to Albert
Breakdown
Blues Without You
Performance
What's included
45 lessons • 19 charts • 9 Jam Tracks
Bridging The Blues
Hey everyone, it’s bluesman Larry McCray here, and I'm excited to welcome you to 'Bridging the Blues’.
The blues is like a well-traveled road – we honor the old footprints, yet stamp out our own unique path. I grew up in the rural south during a period when artists like BB King, Albert King, Luther Allison and others were playing that style of the blues that emerged from the post-war period. I feel blessed that I was able to get a first-hand dose of that.
In this course we’ll explore how I build upon the spirit of the blues and push it forward, while always staying mindful of the roots.
We’ll look at how I emulate great gospel singers in my solos with vibrato, slides and string bending. Developing a solid right hand attack mixing fingertips and picking. We’ll talk about classic rhythms like the chicago lump, spicing up progressions with smaller chord fragments, lick-enhancing techniques and a lot more.
I’ll perform over ten rhythm tracks from my latest album to illustrate the way I craft solos and rhythm parts, and I’ll give you lots of tips for making the most of what you already know along the way.
Working with TrueFire's learning tools like synchronized tab, looping, and slow-mo, you can learn at your own pace.
Grab your guitar, and let's get at it.
The blues is like a well-traveled road – we honor the old footprints, yet stamp out our own unique path. I grew up in the rural south during a period when artists like BB King, Albert King, Luther Allison and others were playing that style of the blues that emerged from the post-war period. I feel blessed that I was able to get a first-hand dose of that.
In this course we’ll explore how I build upon the spirit of the blues and push it forward, while always staying mindful of the roots.
We’ll look at how I emulate great gospel singers in my solos with vibrato, slides and string bending. Developing a solid right hand attack mixing fingertips and picking. We’ll talk about classic rhythms like the chicago lump, spicing up progressions with smaller chord fragments, lick-enhancing techniques and a lot more.
I’ll perform over ten rhythm tracks from my latest album to illustrate the way I craft solos and rhythm parts, and I’ll give you lots of tips for making the most of what you already know along the way.
Working with TrueFire's learning tools like synchronized tab, looping, and slow-mo, you can learn at your own pace.
Grab your guitar, and let's get at it.
Ode to Albert
Alright, ladies and gentlemen, I'm excited to share with you something from my CD, specifically the tune 'Roadhouse Blues' which is in the style of Mr. Albert King. In this session, we'll delve into various aspects that I've absorbed from listening to and learning from Mr. Albert King. I'm confident you'll find value and appreciation in these insights. Let's check it out
Ode to Albert
Alright, ladies and gentlemen, I'm excited to share with you something from my CD, specifically the tune 'Roadhouse Blues' which is in the style of Mr. Albert King. In this session, we'll delve into various aspects that I've absorbed from listening to and learning from Mr. Albert King. I'm confident you'll find value and appreciation in these insights. Let's check it out
Ode to Albert
In this lesson, we will explore the influence of Mr. Albert King on the tune 'Roadhouse Blues' from my CD. We'll discuss the various elements and techniques I've learned from Mr. King's style, offering insights that will enrich your understanding and appreciation of this music genre. Join me as we dive into the nuances of 'Roadhouse Blues' and discover the impact of Albert King's legacy on this piece.
Learning Guitar
In this lesson, we'll explore the story of how I started playing guitar, influenced by my sister Clara and her blues band, Clara and the Rockets. We'll discuss the impact of watching her band rehearse and the pivotal role she played in nurturing my interest in music. This journey from a curious 12-year-old to a dedicated musician highlights the importance of inspiration, learning, and humility in the pursuit of musical passion
Arkansas Solo
Welcome, everyone. In this next session, we will delve into my song, 'Arkansas.' We'll dissect the solo section and incorporate many concepts we've discussed earlier. Let's dive in and analyze it. After that, I'll provide more insights and explanations, which should be quite enlightening for you.
Arkansas Solo
Welcome, everyone. In this next session, we will delve into my song, 'Arkansas.' We'll dissect the solo section and incorporate many concepts we've discussed earlier. Let's dive in and analyze it. After that, I'll provide more insights and explanations, which should be quite enlightening for you.
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Reviews
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rjbrenay@icloud.com
01/13/24
rj Brenay Sr
I have to say this course should be selling for 4 times the asking of what I paid... Info here is priceless!! thx Mr. Mc Cray for sharing this half a century of your learned techniques and the many styles you breakdown is unheard of in an offering of this sort... good luck to find a steal and gem lesson master!!! He's been called the best! he's on guitar mastered... killen it... I'd have paid $250.. the cost of about 3 lessons... a lifetime...
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