Can you play acoustic blues like Muddy Waters? ★ Acoustic Tuesday 279

2023-02-21

Muddy Waters is one of the most, if not the most, influential blues guitarist. But what acoustic guitar lessons can we learn from his approach to music? In this episode, we'll cover 10 aspects of Muddy Waters' playing. Each lesson focuses on a different technique, approach, or stylistic choice. From minimalism to alternating octaves, there's something to learn no matter your skill level. So much of the blues is rooted in history, and there are plenty of blues musicians prior to Muddy Waters that informed his playing...

Muddy Waters is one of the most, if not the most, influential blues guitarist. But what acoustic guitar lessons can we learn from his approach to music?

In this episode, we'll cover 10 aspects of Muddy Waters' playing. Each lesson focuses on a different technique, approach, or stylistic choice. From minimalism to alternating octaves, there's something to learn no matter your skill level.

So much of the blues is rooted in history, and there are plenty of blues musicians prior to Muddy Waters that informed his playing style. Much of this lesson is informed by "Can't Be Satisfied" by Robert Gordon. If you want to learn more about Muddy Waters and his influences, be sure to check out this book!

Besides learning guitar-specific techniques, you'll also see specific examples of Muddy Waters' approach to music. Some of these are a little philosophical and heady, but they're super important. From learning the meaning perseverance to finding your musical family, I hope you resonate with one of these Muddy Waters' lessons.

Featured in this episode...
- Active Melody
- Play Country Blues
- Mule Resonator Guitars
- Thompson Guitars
- Rob Ickes and Trey Hensley
- Mighty Poplar
- Joseph The Band
- Free Dirt Records
- Compass Records
- Nickel Creek
- Candy Rat Records
- Caitlin Canty
- Pisgah Banjo Company

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