jjudd88
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04/19/26
Nice course. The instructor is knowledgeable and has a good teaching style.
Song Lesson: The Thrill is Gone
Learn How to Play "The Thrill is Gone" by B.B. King on Guitar with Tab, Video Lessons, and More!
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About this course
Learn to play “The Thrill is Gone” by B.B. King with TrueFire’s immersive, step-by-step Song Lesson led by acclaimed blues guitarist and educator Seth Rosenbloom. This comprehensive lesson is designed to help players of all levels master one of the most iconic blues songs in history, capturing the soulful essence and expressive guitar work that made B.B. King a legend. Whether you're a beginner just starting your blues journey or an advanced player seeking to refine your touch and tone, this lesson provides a structured and musical approach to learning.
You’ll explore every key element of the song, from the signature lead guitar solos and expressive bends to the supportive rhythm guitar parts and tasteful fills that give the track its emotional power. Seth walks you through each part of the arrangement in detail, ensuring you understand not just what to play, but how to make it feel authentic. A simplified strum-along version is included for beginners, making this lesson accessible to a wide range of skill levels. Each section of the lesson is taught using TrueFire’s powerful learning tools, including synchronized tab and notation, slow-motion and looping features, and video practice sessions that let you follow along with the instructor.
Once you’ve learned each guitar part, you’ll have the opportunity to lock in and jam with the full-band backing track, which includes bass, drums, electric piano, strings, vocals, and a click track. The full song performance and reference videos make it easy to see how all the parts fit together in a live band context, helping you develop the timing, groove, and confidence to perform the tune on your own or with others.
This lesson is ideal for blues players who want to study the nuance of B.B. King’s phrasing, guitarists who want to expand their repertoire with a classic blues standard, and learners who appreciate the value of practicing in a musical context. With Seth Rosenbloom’s expert guidance and TrueFire’s Song Lesson System, you’ll not only learn how to play “The Thrill is Gone” — you’ll feel every note.
Start learning today and bring the heart and soul of the blues into your playing with this unforgettable tribute to B.B. King.
You’ll explore every key element of the song, from the signature lead guitar solos and expressive bends to the supportive rhythm guitar parts and tasteful fills that give the track its emotional power. Seth walks you through each part of the arrangement in detail, ensuring you understand not just what to play, but how to make it feel authentic. A simplified strum-along version is included for beginners, making this lesson accessible to a wide range of skill levels. Each section of the lesson is taught using TrueFire’s powerful learning tools, including synchronized tab and notation, slow-motion and looping features, and video practice sessions that let you follow along with the instructor.
Once you’ve learned each guitar part, you’ll have the opportunity to lock in and jam with the full-band backing track, which includes bass, drums, electric piano, strings, vocals, and a click track. The full song performance and reference videos make it easy to see how all the parts fit together in a live band context, helping you develop the timing, groove, and confidence to perform the tune on your own or with others.
This lesson is ideal for blues players who want to study the nuance of B.B. King’s phrasing, guitarists who want to expand their repertoire with a classic blues standard, and learners who appreciate the value of practicing in a musical context. With Seth Rosenbloom’s expert guidance and TrueFire’s Song Lesson System, you’ll not only learn how to play “The Thrill is Gone” — you’ll feel every note.
Start learning today and bring the heart and soul of the blues into your playing with this unforgettable tribute to B.B. King.
What you'll learn
- Execute rhythm parts and fills from the original recording
- Integrate lead lines with rhythm playing in a blues context
- Observe how guitar solo sections integrate into song structure
- Understand pacing and dynamics in a blues performance
- Learn the complete arrangement of 'The Thrill Is Gone'
Release date: 12/29/2023 • 1h 20m runtime
Sample lessons
Full Song Performance
Reference Video of All Guitar Parts
What's included
14 lessons • 8 charts • 5 Jam Tracks
The Thrill Is Gone by B.B. King
Hi, I'm Seth Rosenbloom, and we are going to take a deep dive into the B.B. King song, "The Thrill Is Gone," which was released in 1969.
So I've broken this down into the lead guitar part as close as we could get it to the original version, as well as a lot of the rhythm parts and fills from the original. You're going to get a real sense of B.B.'s style of guitar playing.
We have a lot of bends here. We have a lot of great lead lines. So if you're ready to go ahead and learn "The Thrill Is Gone" by B.B. King, grab your guitar and let's get started learning this awesome song!
So I've broken this down into the lead guitar part as close as we could get it to the original version, as well as a lot of the rhythm parts and fills from the original. You're going to get a real sense of B.B.'s style of guitar playing.
We have a lot of bends here. We have a lot of great lead lines. So if you're ready to go ahead and learn "The Thrill Is Gone" by B.B. King, grab your guitar and let's get started learning this awesome song!
Full Song Performance
In this course, we dive into B.B. King's "The Thrill Is Gone," giving you everything you need to nail a full song performance. You'll get to grips with its cool 12-bar blues structure in B minor, learn some slick chord tricks, and tackle those power chords with style. We'll guide you through each of the song's solos - from the clear intro to the trickier outro - showing you how to handle those bends and vibrato like a pro. Whether it's getting the rhythm just right or mastering the solos with their mix of clarity and complexity, by the end of this course, you'll be jamming to this blues classic with confidence and your own flair.
Easy Guitar | Lesson
In this lesson series, we will explore the guitar parts for B.B. King's "The Thrill Is Gone," focusing on both the lead and rhythm sections. We start with an easy-to-learn guitar part that closely mimics the original version, incorporating power chords and a unique 12-bar blues form with a minor twist and a sharp five, five turnaround. The lesson guides you through playing the B, E, G, and F sharp chords, with an emphasis on the rhythm and timing of each chord. For the rhythm guitar part, we provide a version suitable for blues jams or casual play, including B minor 7, E minor 7, G major 7, and F sharp dominant 7 chords, with special attention to the distinctive turnaround and the final vamp on the B minor chord. By the end of this lesson, you'll be equipped to join in on a blues jam or perform a solo rendition of this iconic blues classic.
Easy Guitar | Practice Session
In this lesson series, we will explore the guitar parts for B.B. King's "The Thrill Is Gone," focusing on both the lead and rhythm sections. We start with an easy-to-learn guitar part that closely mimics the original version, incorporating power chords and a unique 12-bar blues form with a minor twist and a sharp five, five turnaround. The lesson guides you through playing the B, E, G, and F sharp chords, with an emphasis on the rhythm and timing of each chord. For the rhythm guitar part, we provide a version suitable for blues jams or casual play, including B minor 7, E minor 7, G major 7, and F sharp dominant 7 chords, with special attention to the distinctive turnaround and the final vamp on the B minor chord. By the end of this lesson, you'll be equipped to join in on a blues jam or perform a solo rendition of this iconic blues classic.
Easy Guitar | Playalong
In this lesson series, we will explore the guitar parts for B.B. King's "The Thrill Is Gone," focusing on both the lead and rhythm sections. We start with an easy-to-learn guitar part that closely mimics the original version, incorporating power chords and a unique 12-bar blues form with a minor twist and a sharp five, five turnaround. The lesson guides you through playing the B, E, G, and F sharp chords, with an emphasis on the rhythm and timing of each chord. For the rhythm guitar part, we provide a version suitable for blues jams or casual play, including B minor 7, E minor 7, G major 7, and F sharp dominant 7 chords, with special attention to the distinctive turnaround and the final vamp on the B minor chord. By the end of this lesson, you'll be equipped to join in on a blues jam or perform a solo rendition of this iconic blues classic.
Guitar 1 (Rhythm) | Lesson
In this lesson series, we'll master the rhythm guitar part for B.B. King's "The Thrill Is Gone," suitable for blues jams or solo play. We'll delve into the minor 12-bar blues form in the key of B, starting with the B minor 7 chord and progressing to the E minor 7 chord, adding unique rhythms for texture. Key focus areas include the song's distinctive sharp 5 major 7 to 5 dominant 7 turnaround, featuring the G major 7 and the F sharp dominant 7 with a sharp 9. By the end of the lesson, you'll be adept at playing through the consistent blues form of the song, all the way to the vamp at the end, and ready to join in with a band or solo performance.
Guitar 1 (Rhythm) | Practice Session
In this lesson series, we'll master the rhythm guitar part for B.B. King's "The Thrill Is Gone," suitable for blues jams or solo play. We'll delve into the minor 12-bar blues form in the key of B, starting with the B minor 7 chord and progressing to the E minor 7 chord, adding unique rhythms for texture. Key focus areas include the song's distinctive sharp 5 major 7 to 5 dominant 7 turnaround, featuring the G major 7 and the F sharp dominant 7 with a sharp 9. By the end of the lesson, you'll be adept at playing through the consistent blues form of the song, all the way to the vamp at the end, and ready to join in with a band or solo performance.
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Reviews
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hangeli
Verified buyer
03/09/26
the thrill is gone
a little advanced method for me
chuck44118
Verified buyer
01/25/26
These lessons are easy to understand and learn. It's a "thrill" to play this classic tune.
jfharron
Verified buyer
01/24/26
BB is the King of the Blues. TrueFire is amazing
I really love TrueFire courses and song lessons. They are so thorough, every detail is covered. Thank you!
jithesh82
Verified buyer
01/15/26
Amazing lesson
Great teacher, great lessons
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