He discusses his fingering technique, vibrato and string bending, and also shows his favorite chord forms and comping patterns. As you learn this stuff, youll be able to go back to robben s videos and each time you do youll be better at understanding what robben is doing. Went back in to listen and then was like, take out the drums, man, i cant hear the fucking lyrics. We have 10 albums and 100 song lyrics in our database. This is ford putting on offer his considerable skills as a bandleader and song interpreter. If you want a master class in robben fords early blues work i would first recommend listening to the paul butterfield blues band with mike bloomfield on guitar. If you want a master class in robben ford s early blues work i would first recommend listening to the paul butterfield blues band with mike bloomfield on guitar. Find robben ford discography, albums and singles on allmusic. Back to the blues is a special twopart series exploring the finer points of contemporary blues guitar playing and features exciting live performances by robbens powerful trio, the blue line, with roscoe beck on bass and tom brechtlein on drums in part 1, robben demonstrates rhythm playing and improvising ideas for both major and minor blues along with an indepth look at the song livin. This dvd doesnt come up on ebay very often as its rare and out of print. On his second album for the concord jazz label, guitarist robben ford stays pretty much to the formula of blue moon from 2001.
For me, the 48 bar solo looked at first to be some fairly typical blues riffs, but once i got into it i found much more. Tab booklet included robben ford has become one of the worlds most recognized blues musicians. Dvd includes a 50page printable pdf file with solos and examples. I own robben fords back to the blues and that touches on both soloing and. As you learn this stuff, youll be able to go back to robbens videos and each time you do youll be better at understanding what robben is doing. Robben s first attempt at forming his own jazz quartet was picked up by legendary blues singer jimmy witherspoon, which brought robben to l. With lots of transcriptions and music examples, the book moves from basic 12bar blues through gospel, jazz and modal feels. Robben ford back to the blues 2 tabs 1430e2prxg4j idocpub.
We are not experts on the items listed unless otherwise noted, and have given the best description possible. Robben ford back to the blues by robben ford, 9780757923104, available at book depository with free delivery. Bluesjazzrock guitar giant robben ford refuses to repeat. I was hoping to discover some sort of secret to robben s playing in this book but it turns out that being a superb artist with incredible skills and musicality is not so easy. Robben ford how deep in the blues do you want to go lyrics. If youre like me youve suffered thru those litle fold up tab booklets and. Robben ford bringing it back home releases discogs. Robben fords last studio effort, 2007s truth, received a grammy nomination for best contemporary blues album. Its a dvd release of 2 vhs tapes that robben put out for reh video a number of years ago. Robben ford is one of the most sophisticated blues guitarists aroundwe briefly touched on his style in the first part of this lesson. A highly accomplished, prolific, worldrenowned american jazz, blues, funk. With standard guitar notation, guitar tablature and guitar chord diagrams. In this installment, im going to focus on his use of jazzinspired chord voicings and take a look at how he handles a few turnarounds.
Disc has some scratches however i watched it already and before it sold i ripped it to my computer and had zero issues ripping it. Robben ford back to the blues 2 tabs free download as pdf file. Robben lee ford born december 16, 1951 is an american blues, jazz, and rock guitarist. Includes a lick section and several complete solos. Back to the blues is a special twopart series exploring the finer points of contemporary blues guitar playing and features exciting live performances by robben s. Shop for vinyl, cds and more from robben ford at the discogs marketplace. Please contact us with any questions regarding this listing before bidding or buying. John mayall robben ford eric bibb by doug collette, published on december 17, 2005 at all about jazz. On handful of blues, robben ford strips his sound back to the basics, recording a set of blues with only a bassist and a drummer. Packaged correctly, the dvd was intact and i would recommend this book to any student of music that wants to expand their knowledge of the blues and rhythm and amazon to anyone in search for any item. His trademark, tasty guitar style, is reinforced with incredible depth in jazz and rhythm and blues. Robben ford back to the blues, part 1 by robben ford, 9780769220307, available at book. Robben ford the blues and beyond free download as pdf file. Ford, robbenlee ford, robbin ford, robin ford a253779 artist.
Click the download button and have it delivered to your favorite device in minutes. There are countless ways for guitarists to tackle the blues some choose an analytical approach, while others try to put as much emotion into the music as possible. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Robben ford back to the blues alfreds artist series dvd. I would try blues you can use, more blues you can use, and jazzin the blues. View robben ford song lyrics by popularity along with songs featured in, albums, videos and song meanings. Get the best deals on blues music cds robben ford when you shop the largest online selection at. Primarily regarded as a bluesman, his work actually spans the spectrum from blues and rock to jazz, funk, and beyond, all delivered with a hooky, accessible style. Its none of my business giving advice you can take it or leave, you dont need to be nice youre living.
Robben ford is still one of the unsung great guitarists of this day. Free guitar backing tracks for robben ford in mp3 format. With music streaming on deezer you can discover more than 56 million tracks, create your own playlists, and share your favourite tracks with your friends. Apr 17, 2017 robben ford 12 bar blues four chorus blues solo in a from 1984 original in bb tips settings in the right down corner speed 0,75 or 0,5. Robben was born in california in 1951 and took up the sax as a kid, but switched to guitar when he was 14. Robben ford and the ford blues band a tribute to paul butterfield. A blues guitarist that is not afraid to get funky and go outside with some jazz scales. From dvd you can learn dozens of robbens favorite phrases as he plays several tunes loaded with classic ford riffs. I research things prior to buying and this was exactly what i wanted. Robben ford is a multitalented guitarist whose blues sensibilities are overwritten with a true jazz players curiosity and inventiveness. From his start with blues great charlie musselwhite to pop icons joni mitchell and george harrisonand even a short stint with jazz legend miles davisford is an indemand guitarist for his amazing touch and soulful sound. Robben ford plays oasis robben ford the art of blues rhythm dvd as one of the most emulated blues players of our time, robben fords impeccable soloing techniques, phrasing and tone have been the subject of several books and videos but for the first time, robben brings his smooth and tasty rhythm playing to the forefront in this unique dvd. Robben ford has become one of the worlds most recognized blues musicians. A highly accomplished, prolific, worldrenowned american jazz, blues, funk, and rock guitarist active since the late 1960s.
Robben also answers questions about theory, style, recording, technique, influences and using altered scales. Robben ford discussion view topic playin the blues. Jul 18, 2012 robben ford is one of the most sophisticated blues guitarists around. Robben ford plays oasis robben ford the art of blues rhythm dvd as one of the most emulated blues players of our time, robben ford s impeccable soloing techniques, phrasing and tone have been the subject of several books and videos but for the first time, robben brings his smooth and tasty rhythm playing to the forefront in this unique dvd. Watching robben ford take the stage is equal parts gratifying, aweinspiring, and challenginga perfect storm of creativity and emotion that results in some.
Express and yellowjackets, and has collaborated with miles davis, joni mitchell, george harrison, larry carlton, rick springfield, and kiss. Robben ford s last studio effort, 2007s truth, received a grammy nomination for best contemporary blues album. He concentrates on playing, singing, and covering great songs and even writes a few with interesting arrangements, inspired solos, and crisp, clean production that lets the song shine through the players. May 20, 2016 robben ford has become one of the worlds most recognized blues musicians. Good instructional video for fans of ford, or intermediate guitarists who want a new perspective on playing blues guitar. Rhythm blues by robben ford instructional book softcover. The group runs through a handful of standards, including dont let me be misunderstood and i just want to make love to you, and a number of madetoorder originals. Robben ford biography, albums, streaming links allmusic. Robben lays out all the basics the scales, chords, licks and phrases that are the foundation of modern blues guitar style. Lets face it, robben ford is one of the finest blues guitarist around.
Reh bookaudio pack red hotline series sheet music january 1, 1995. Includes an indepth analysis of livin in a fools paradise. Robben on sax and guitar and patrick went on to tour the u. Robben ford tabs guitar solos, tab books, instruction. Where that recording focused on his workmanlike songwriting skills and his prodigious guitar technique, bringing it all back home highlights other aspects of his musical persona. From dvd you can learn dozens of robben s favorite phrases as he plays several tunes loaded with classic ford riffs. These are stepbystep, playalong, very detailed materials that will teach you more than you can imagine. The group runs through a handful of standards, including dont let me be misunderstood and i just want to make love to you, and a number of made to order originals. Robben ford is a truly exceptional guitarist and it is just a great pleasure to watch him perform. Robben ford tabs guitar solos, tab books, instruction dvds.
Robben ford is one of the most sophisticated blues guitarists around. Robben ford 12 bar blues four chorus blues solo in a from 1984 original in bb tips settings in the right down corner speed 0,75 or 0,5. Robben ford back to the blues alfreds artist series dvd with tab booklet. In part one ford teaches rhythm playing and improvising ideas for both the major and minor blues. This book begins with basic blues concepts such as the pentatonic, mixolydian and blues scales and builds on them, progressively incorporating more sophisticated scales and chord voicings. He was named one of the 100 greatest guitarists of the 20th century by musician magazine. Robben ford back to the blues alfreds artist series dvd with. Back to the blues is a special twopart series exploring the finer points of contemporary blues guitar playing. Awardwinning guitarist robben ford is one of the most wellknown players in the world. His ability to really play the blues and also bring some jazz influences into the picture in a very tasteful way, make his style unique and very enjoyable. See all 6 formats and editions hide other formats and editions.
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