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Free Lesson Friday

Free blues guitar lessons from Texas Blues Alley.

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SRV’s Iconic “Tell Me” Lick

SRV’s Iconic “Tell Me” Lick

Here’s how to play that signature ascending lick from SRV’s song “Tell Me” off of his debut album “Texas Flood”. I taugh... Read more

19 May 2023

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Track Your Progress And Celebrate Your Wins

Track Your Progress And Celebrate Your Wins

There is no feeling like looking back over your DOCUMENTED progress, a record of what you’ve worked on and accomplished.... Read more

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