John K.
10/12/25
slow blues principles
Not the most humble, but very knowledgeable. Overall, this is a good series.
Guitar Lab: Slow Blues Principles, Vol. 3
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About this course
Guitar Lab: Slow Blues Principles Vol. 3 continues your deep dive into the art of slow blues with Brad Carlton at the helm. This volume zeroes in on the articulation of dominant 7th chords—specifically the I7, IV7, and V7—and shows you how to approach them with precision and control.
You’ll work through a systematic method for targeting chord tones like roots and flat 7s, then expand into approach notes, altered dominants, and more exotic harmonic colors. Brad also breaks down how to use these approach notes from above or below—your only two options—giving you a clear, practical framework to apply in your playing.
Along the way, you’ll learn to blend minor pentatonic ideas with arpeggios and modal vocabulary to build deeper, more expressive lines. Whether you’re building a stronger foundation or adding new dimensions to your phrasing, this course will give you the tools to elevate your slow blues playing with purpose and style.
You’ll work through a systematic method for targeting chord tones like roots and flat 7s, then expand into approach notes, altered dominants, and more exotic harmonic colors. Brad also breaks down how to use these approach notes from above or below—your only two options—giving you a clear, practical framework to apply in your playing.
Along the way, you’ll learn to blend minor pentatonic ideas with arpeggios and modal vocabulary to build deeper, more expressive lines. Whether you’re building a stronger foundation or adding new dimensions to your phrasing, this course will give you the tools to elevate your slow blues playing with purpose and style.
What you'll learn
- Navigate I7 to IV7 chord changes melodically in a shuffle blues
- Integrate arpeggios with minor pentatonic scale
- Use connecting notes between chord tones while maintaining triplet feel
- Target roots and flat 7ths of chord changes
- Target chord tones (especially root and flat 7) on chord changes
Release date: 07/01/2025 • 1h 37m runtime
Sample lessons
Navigating The Changes | I7 to IV7
Lesson & Demonstration
What's included
7 lessons • 1 charts • 1 Jam Tracks
Slow Blues Principles Vol. 3
I am Brad Carlton. In this edition of Slow Blues Principles I'm going to be discussing how to articulate the chords — the I7, IV7, and V7 — and we're gonna do it in a very systematic manner. We'll target the roots, the flat sevens. Then I'll get into other approach notes, and then I'll show you even some exotic things where you have altered dominant chords.
On the V, I'll also demonstrate how to systematically use these approach notes coming from above or from below — 'cause those are the only two options you have. And I'll show you how to blend not just the minor pentatonic scale, but your arpeggios and the overall modes. So it's gonna be some great stuff.
On the V, I'll also demonstrate how to systematically use these approach notes coming from above or from below — 'cause those are the only two options you have. And I'll show you how to blend not just the minor pentatonic scale, but your arpeggios and the overall modes. So it's gonna be some great stuff.
Navigating The Changes | I7 to IV7
I am Brad Carlton. In this edition of Slow Blues Principles I'm going to be discussing how to articulate the chords — the I7, IV7, and V7 — and we're gonna do it in a very systematic manner. We'll target the roots, the flat sevens. Then I'll get into other approach notes, and then I'll show you even some exotic things where you have altered dominant chords.
On the V, I'll also demonstrate how to systematically use these approach notes coming from above or from below — 'cause those are the only two options you have. And I'll show you how to blend not just the minor pentatonic scale, but your arpeggios and the overall modes. So it's gonna be some great stuff.
On the V, I'll also demonstrate how to systematically use these approach notes coming from above or from below — 'cause those are the only two options you have. And I'll show you how to blend not just the minor pentatonic scale, but your arpeggios and the overall modes. So it's gonna be some great stuff.
Navigating The Changes | I7 to V7
I am Brad Carlton. In this edition of Slow Blues Principles I'm going to be discussing how to articulate the chords — the I7, IV7, and V7 — and we're gonna do it in a very systematic manner. We'll target the roots, the flat sevens. Then I'll get into other approach notes, and then I'll show you even some exotic things where you have altered dominant chords.
On the V, I'll also demonstrate how to systematically use these approach notes coming from above or from below — 'cause those are the only two options you have. And I'll show you how to blend not just the minor pentatonic scale, but your arpeggios and the overall modes. So it's gonna be some great stuff.
On the V, I'll also demonstrate how to systematically use these approach notes coming from above or from below — 'cause those are the only two options you have. And I'll show you how to blend not just the minor pentatonic scale, but your arpeggios and the overall modes. So it's gonna be some great stuff.
Navigating The Changes | V7 to IV7
I am Brad Carlton. In this edition of Slow Blues Principles I'm going to be discussing how to articulate the chords — the I7, IV7, and V7 — and we're gonna do it in a very systematic manner. We'll target the roots, the flat sevens. Then I'll get into other approach notes, and then I'll show you even some exotic things where you have altered dominant chords.
On the V, I'll also demonstrate how to systematically use these approach notes coming from above or from below — 'cause those are the only two options you have. And I'll show you how to blend not just the minor pentatonic scale, but your arpeggios and the overall modes. So it's gonna be some great stuff.
On the V, I'll also demonstrate how to systematically use these approach notes coming from above or from below — 'cause those are the only two options you have. And I'll show you how to blend not just the minor pentatonic scale, but your arpeggios and the overall modes. So it's gonna be some great stuff.
Approach Note Options for the I7
I am Brad Carlton. In this edition of Slow Blues Principles I'm going to be discussing how to articulate the chords — the I7, IV7, and V7 — and we're gonna do it in a very systematic manner. We'll target the roots, the flat sevens. Then I'll get into other approach notes, and then I'll show you even some exotic things where you have altered dominant chords.
On the V, I'll also demonstrate how to systematically use these approach notes coming from above or from below — 'cause those are the only two options you have. And I'll show you how to blend not just the minor pentatonic scale, but your arpeggios and the overall modes. So it's gonna be some great stuff.
On the V, I'll also demonstrate how to systematically use these approach notes coming from above or from below — 'cause those are the only two options you have. And I'll show you how to blend not just the minor pentatonic scale, but your arpeggios and the overall modes. So it's gonna be some great stuff.
Approach Note Options for the IV7
I am Brad Carlton. In this edition of Slow Blues Principles I'm going to be discussing how to articulate the chords — the I7, IV7, and V7 — and we're gonna do it in a very systematic manner. We'll target the roots, the flat sevens. Then I'll get into other approach notes, and then I'll show you even some exotic things where you have altered dominant chords.
On the V, I'll also demonstrate how to systematically use these approach notes coming from above or from below — 'cause those are the only two options you have. And I'll show you how to blend not just the minor pentatonic scale, but your arpeggios and the overall modes. So it's gonna be some great stuff.
On the V, I'll also demonstrate how to systematically use these approach notes coming from above or from below — 'cause those are the only two options you have. And I'll show you how to blend not just the minor pentatonic scale, but your arpeggios and the overall modes. So it's gonna be some great stuff.
Approach Note Options for the V7
I am Brad Carlton. In this edition of Slow Blues Principles I'm going to be discussing how to articulate the chords — the I7, IV7, and V7 — and we're gonna do it in a very systematic manner. We'll target the roots, the flat sevens. Then I'll get into other approach notes, and then I'll show you even some exotic things where you have altered dominant chords.
On the V, I'll also demonstrate how to systematically use these approach notes coming from above or from below — 'cause those are the only two options you have. And I'll show you how to blend not just the minor pentatonic scale, but your arpeggios and the overall modes. So it's gonna be some great stuff.
On the V, I'll also demonstrate how to systematically use these approach notes coming from above or from below — 'cause those are the only two options you have. And I'll show you how to blend not just the minor pentatonic scale, but your arpeggios and the overall modes. So it's gonna be some great stuff.
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09/04/25
Great for improvise
That's a great lesson, explain the theory and technique clearly. Great for improvise and writing music.
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