Acoustic Blues Guitar - How To Jam Alone As A Beginner

A lot of times when you're somewhat new to guitar, it's hard to play along with anyone else or a jam track, but you still want to play.

So in this video you'll see a couple of ways that you might want to approach playing by yourself and making up a blues that actually sounds like music and is fun for you.

For more about Jamming The Blues Alone on your guitar, check out the full course here:

[alanfrehley]

It's times like this I realise I'm not even a beginner!

[nicot]

Excellent video for anyone not used to "goofing around", which is a much needed skill!

[philip]

The "Blues" scale I learned was different. You explaining it as you show it.. is great.

[audnbob]

This is great, thank you! I'm a 52 yr old wife/mom and finally picking up my guitar again now the kid's are grown and gone and the Blue's was an area I never treaded on because back then, I was all about rock but I want to now! My brother is fantastic at it and I'd love to play with him some day! Never to old to learn!

[ribbonsofeuphoria]

As someone who struggles with rhythm and ‘noodling musically’ I really needed this lesson. Love your content and inviting style of presentation. Thanks.

[jens]

Thanks a lot for that lesson! I'm definitely a jam-beginner and I really dig your approach.

[kenjones]

Simple but effective. I like it. Never really considered counting out loud before. Been playing 50 plus years and the timing always seemed to come naturally. I can "feel" when to change up. Never too old to learn a new concept. Good lesson.

[richg]

You are an awesome instructor Griff. You make it look easy and you take out a lot of the rigidness by encouraging a freedom when playing individual notes.

[JohnSmith-swtn]

I've been playing for off and on for about 7 year's now I'm just now getting the filling of the blues thanks griff

[Rebellovw]

This is like the second video of yours that I've watched - and man they are spot on - what needs to be done concisely w/o taking so long to explain. I'm coming off a burn out break and just starting back up - counting, and keeping rhythm - you've given me a great start to a practice routine. Thanks a ton - I'm hooked on this channel.

[TheBnjmnlrd]

This is all I've ever wanted to do on guitar. Learn as I'm exploring what my soul needs to say through the guitar. Everyone else already said what they needed to in their songs. I wish to chill and speak my own sorrow through the blues. I really appreciate this!

[tito.tarantula]

There are so many vids on this subject but you've truly managed to explain the process in a short and understandable manner, Griff. Thank you, much appreciated. Timing, timing, timing...

[buddhamus]

Nice lesson. I consider myself an intermediate guitar player; I've played for a few years and have worked the pentatonic blues scale for a while. This lesson gave me some great tips on how to practice using those scales (and work on my timing) without sounding like I'm just playing scales. Thanks.

[rebeccaabraham]

I’ve been trying to play guitar - and the blues - for more decades than I can remember.... and finaly a clear, simple explanation that fits in with all the knowledge I’ve accumulated! Now I need to get the beast out of the cupboard... and plug in!

[teeoh]

I've been waiting 25 years for a video like this! I've always thought I could play blues RHYTHMS, but I never knew how to add fills like this! THANK YOU!

[sparhawk]

best part about blues, is literally anyone can play it. even better part about blues is with appreciation, you also enjoy it. it's one you can do at any time, any place, anywhere.... and always sounds so good. the world needs more blues... we'd have less wars lol. thanks for reminding me about this, i've been away from the guitar for a bit too long and i'm re learning what i used to do. this gave me a headstart on that lol.

[GSin]

Been snooping through a bunch of blues lessons/tutorials and this is definitely one of the most helpful ones I found yet. Clear instructions and explanations. Well done!

[Chavezd]

This is a damn good lesson I have been using it to work on learning new licks. Super fun to take two or three licks and work them in as you keep time and change chords. Thanks for the idea!

[riffdigger]

Counting is important. Subdividing the beat. Good time is crucial. You are teaching great instruction. Shuffles, Time is everything, swing, straight. Love the Blues.

[williamrogers]

Wonderful lesson, as always! These blues lessons have really elevated my enjoyment and made look forward to practicing. Thanks!