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Sweep Picking Blues

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Sweep picking isn't just for metalheads. There are very subtle nuances that differentiate the traditional shredding nature of sweep picking and the bluesy version in today's lesson. While the motion and the mechanics remain the same, the articulation and feel of the playing is what distinguishes this blues technique. Scalar playing is encouraged, even though traditionally I like to break out of the minor pentatonic boxes. Channel your inner Jimmy Page and let's get started.

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