Robben Ford Blues Lesson

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[BrazenNL]

That remark at the end: "The story of my life". That's exactly why I love Robben's playing. In blues, he sounds like he's playing Jazz. In Jazz, it sounds like he's playing the blues. That mix ... don't ever change that.

[bluzzjazz]

Robben is vastly underrated by those that think guitar is all about the shredding. For those of us that try and play with a bit more nuance and feel, he is World Class and a true treasure!

[donharrold]

This guy is totally brilliant. He just has the knack of taking something quite simple and turning it into something really beautiful and interesting. It’s like therapy for the ear.

[professorhamamoto]

Thank you, Ford-sensei. Not only are you an incredible artist, but you have the rare ability to convey both the essence and technique of your guitar-conception. I grew as a musician just having watched this short presentation of yours. Thanks again.

[Burst]

These hands man. Every guitar he touches has got the best tone, the Ford tone…he makes that LP sound like a Tele.

[jordangordan]

Around 5:12 he mentions how he announces the A chord/note when the rhythm goes to the 4. Anyone learning or studying blues guitar should take note of that!

[MrRoundwound]

To see this man live is life changing. He is absolutely mesmerizing. Fluidic. A blessing to humanity, really

[BenEdwards]

How to make a pentatonic scale sound like the best thing ever. Seriously, it goes to show what you can do if you slow things down and be a bit mindful about your playing.

[Gtraxx]

This is easily the most eye opening guitar lesson I have ever seen.. guys a genius

[skantsoni]

The way he explains shows tons of knowledge but the way he speaks - oh man he feels sooo humble and a nice person. There are tons of music teachers but you just want to learn and listen from Mr Ford only.

[Troycus]

I've been following Robben Ford for years. He never ceases to amaze me with how he teach. Simple small things that enhance your playing is great.

[devincrinklaw]

Saw him play and spoke to him after the show over 25 plus years ago. Kind humble man and uber talented.

[randallpaulactor]

He is the best I have followed Robben for 35 years. Very special

[MustafaBaabad]

I play this video over and over and I feel like there is always something new. When you play, the intonation of the notes and the timing is exceptionally good. Thank you very much Mr. Robben Ford for sharing your valuable experience. It sounds like prophecy. I really like your advice very much. Cheers from Indonesia.

[petecanthropus]

The guitar tone itself and the licks Robben Ford plays here (especially at 1:00 - 1:15) made me remember Peter Green. Two of the best blues players ever, undoubtedly.

[michaelcope]

I certainly appreciate Robbin Ford's contribution to our craft. Thank you Guitarist for this post!

[bobwright]

Not only one of my favourite Guitarists I have so much admiration as a person aswell, could watch him playing, improvising all day.

[binface]

So modest for a player of his extreme talent

[charlespeterson]

I started playing the blues in the late 60's, after playing the drums thru grade school, up to high school. As a kid I saw Louis Armstrong, Basie, Hines and many others, Robben Ford is a great Blusman, the man brings tears to my eyes.

[MusicWithMarky]

Great to see inside the thought process of one of the all time greats.