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Bob Dylan's Hurricane
A new installment in my Songs for Singer-Songwriters series — the story behind Bob Dylan's 8-minute protest ballad "Hurricane," plus Jeff's handwritten chord chart to get you started.
September 21, 2026
Start Online Guitar Lessons as an Adult: Your Guide to Playing Guitar
Learning guitar as an adult can feel like a big step. Maybe you've always wanted to play but never found the time. Or perhaps you picked up a guitar years ago and want to get back into it.
August 10, 2026
Instant Karma! (We All Shine On)
Lennon famously said, "I wrote it for breakfast, recorded it for lunch, and we're putting it out for dinner." He composed it on the piano in about an hour on the morning of January 27, 1970.
August 10, 2026
Techniques for Expressive Blues Guitar Solos
Playing blues guitar solos is all about emotion and storytelling. When I pick up my guitar, I want every note to speak, to sing, and to connect.
August 10, 2026
Master Guitar with Learn Guitar Online Techniques
Picking up the guitar is an exciting journey. Whether you're just starting or looking to sharpen your skills, learning guitar online techniques can make a huge difference.
August 10, 2026
Find Your Ideal Online Guitar Tutor
Learning guitar is an exciting journey. Whether you're just starting out or looking to sharpen your skills, finding the right tutor can make all the difference.
August 10, 2026
The Intense Legacy of Gordon Lightfoot: A Deep Dive into His Music
The legendary Canadian songwriter Gordon Lightfoot wrote a song about the tragic 1975 sinking of the freighter Edmund Fitzgerald on Lake Superior.
August 10, 2026
Guitar Learning Tips for Seniors: A Friendly Guide to Getting Started
Learning to play the guitar is a fantastic journey at any age. If you're a senior thinking about picking up the guitar, you're in for a rewarding experience.
August 10, 2026
Learn to Play Blowing in the Wind on Guitar: A Friendly Blowing in the Wind Guitar Tutorial
If you've ever wanted to play a classic folk song on your guitar, "Blowing in the Wind" by Bob Dylan is a perfect choice. It's simple, beautiful, and carries a timeless message.
August 10, 2026
Rainy Night in Georgia
Written in 1967 by Swamp Rock musician Tony Joe White, "Rainy Night in Georgia" became a massive hit in 1970 when Brook Benton recorded it. I used a similar style as Dupree but turned it into solo guitar accompaniment.
August 10, 2026
Master Love in Vain on Guitar: A Love in Vain Guitar Tutorial
If you've ever wanted to play a classic blues tune that's both soulful and technically rewarding, "Love in Vain" is a perfect choice. Originally by Robert Johnson and famously covered by The Rolling Stones.
August 10, 2026
Life By The Drop
I like to play this song (the only acoustic song SRV recorded). I like to teach this song sometimes with slight variations like this version.
August 9, 2026
Stormy Monday
Stormy Monday was written by T-bone Walker and first recorded in 1947 with a big band. It's a basic 12 bar blues but here I'm playing the version that Wayne Bennett and Bobby "Blue" Bland recorded… the chords are jazzier.
August 9, 2026