Hardly a day goes by that I don't fall into an E blues shuffle during some stage of my practice routine. As I hear some of your licks come out of my guitar, it has become obvious that your lessons are rubbing off on me! Thanks again Max.
Dude. I love you. I've been playing for some 42 years, and your approach helps open a door or two that had been closed off for way too long. Thanks muchly, sir!
Thank you for giving up your time to share your knowledge. We are so lucky to have the internet combined with kind people like you who are willing to teach. There's no better age to learn guitar than now! I reckon if it wasn't for the internet I would be miles behind the level I am at now, and in such a short space of time. Thanks again
Thanks, I hear guys talk about mixing scales on here but most don’t explain it as well as u did. I also like how u keep playing and then explain a little. Most teachers on utube play a lead then explain for 30mins. As a matter of fact I study this video all the time.
Finally! Someone explaining that lots of bluesy stuff (even in very traditional blues) is not just the good old minor pentatonic (plus perhaps a flatted 5th) but actually a mixture between major and minor. Well done! Fwiw, I'm a long time guitar teacher and quite some of my students have been amazed at HOW much blues stuff could be "extended", once you bring something else to the table than just the good ol' "blues scale" - which, fwiw, I never exactly believed that it truly existed, simply because most of the great players are mixing stuff pretty much all the time (and even some very old traditional blues singers don't use it much, at least not in the way it's usually taught. Just in case someone's interested, for a nice little "country-ish" touch, I also like to treat blues "modally". I can already hear you folks say "wtf has blues got to do with modes?". Well, try this out: Treat each of the three chords as "mixolydian". Works nicely (on the dominant it'll be country more or less full stop). In a blues in E that'd resolve to: E7: E mixolydian (5th degree of A major). A7: A mixolydian (5th degree of D major). B7: B mixolydian (5th degree of E major). Now if you treat it like that, things may sound strange. I recommend to break all the scales down to a common root, namely E. The result would be: E7: E mixolydian. A7: E dorian. B7: E major (or ionian, to stick with the modal names). Same notes as when you always "think" mixolydian but the "feel" might become a little different (however, once you're familiar with that it shouldn't matter in which way you approach it). It's fun trying that out. Anyway, cheers again for this video, as said, finally someone shows this as I think of it as well!
I've always switched between the minor and major pentatonic/blues scale, but it never occurred me that I could play within the B minor pentatonic/blues scale while on the B chord (5th chord) of the blues shuffle. Thank you very much for adding a whole new dimension to my playing. It's been almost ten years since you posted this so I hope you are well.
I can hardly believe I've missed this lesson on You Tube for 7 years. There are no doubt some good lessons out there for acoustic blues in the key of E, but this one is down right excellent. Just when I think I've learned most things in the key of E, here comes some more to practice and consider. Again, excellent and thank you Max for posting this!
Cool and yes, I'm most definitely going to check out your website. I appreciate you mentioning it. Merry Christmas to you and yours Max. We make no apologies for wishing folks --- "Merry Christmas."
Great, great. Cn't thank you enough. Been locked within running down scales for years and these licks / switching between scales gave me the juice I've been searching for. Thanks a bunch brother
Like it. I've been playing a few years and it's nice to pick up some new ideas. Like the lick that starts with a bend up to the b7. Also none of that tedious - 'put your index finger on the 1st string at the 8th fret and then .........' .
Hi Max, I realise this is quite an old video now but without question it’s the most clear, unambiguous and helpful tutorial on TH-cam.....and I’ve been looking for guitar tutorials for years. Working my way through it, but a massive thank you from me for this excellent content. 👌
Wow Max, I've been playing for 30+ years. By watching your instructional videos I have gained alot of insight by way of your style and flawless technique. I just want to say Thank You for that. Looking for more !!!
Man, i gotta say. I really enjoyed this lesson. Very nice licks and i love the tone of that guitar. I like the way you break up the pattern and show us the notes while the backing track keeps going. For a beginner like me, that made it easy to pick up on it. I did have some trouble seeing what you're doing because of the camera angle, as others already mentioned. Ill be checking out your other video's! Thanks for this one, keep it up! Cheers
Hey Max I bought your Clapton and Johnson dvds and they are great! Im forcing myself to learn everything on them cause it will bring me to the level I always wanted to be at. Thank you!
It's EXACTLY where I am at in learning..5-7 is the third position in E minor blues,, on the 6541 strings , Can you substitute 2nd position G major (5th fret) which mirrors, same notes...in what you call Major E position.." Just making the G note the root...'I know all 5 positions in E minor pentatonic...Now its time to learn some licks....I take it that's what you mean by E major pentatonic...I also take it on B you are using 4th position E minor 7-10 … 7-9... 8-10 etc...You are a great guitar player...a real pro....you make it look easy....Thank you
Hi Tomas, yes I think you probably mean G major pentatonic at the 5th fret. This contains the same notes as E minor pentatonic, they are relatives. E minor pentatonic E G A B D E. E major pentatonic is usually played over the first 4 bars. E major pentatonic is E F# G# B C# E. I also played B major pentatonic over the 5 chord (B7) Enjoy
@canihaveanid The E blues scale works over the whole E blues progression. The notes are E G A Bb B D E. many players also add the E major pentatonic notes to add sweet sounds to their licks :o) the notes are E F≠ G≠ B C≠ . You can also try B lues scale over he B7 chord.
Sorry been on tour.. Yep you can use E minor Pentatonic, same notes as G major pentatonic. To get the sweet vibe play E major pentatonic. Usually over first 4 bars. Check out the classic tune Hideaway by Freddie King for licks. :o)
I'm thrilled that I learned all I think 85 notes on your tabs I printed out... 27 I think sharps and flats... in three days knowing very little except the 5 positions in the pentatonic key of E....and being able to identify the notes...Knowing the positions was not of much help.....just learning one or two bars at a time.. from the tabs..it doesn't sound much like music,,,, YET...but I feel I''m finally getting somewhere.. It's rather easy on the fingers.. if that makes sense....For someone on my level...The sharps and flats sought of disguise ...the scales...quite a revelation.. The trials of a lower intermediate learning melody"...Have a tendency tp over think it.....I should know better about that...Experience and time is everything..PRACTICE
Thanks Lori I have one on the shuffle groove and Walking Bass line groove plus other E blues licks in various styles. I also have Play series DVD's on Amazon or Artsmagic website.
@@maxmilligan8734 THE more I listens to this, the more I like it. It reminds me of my own mediocre Guitarplaying starting at late 60's. The 'Shuffle' was and still is my favourite, still I don't even have a guitar no more!! pity Maybe I have to pick up one!! The Key of E was and still is # 1. (playing Harmonica to that is outstanding) Unfortunately I never got to learn the 'Solo's' All the tunes You use Blues/pentatonic-scale or whatsoever is very well known for me, still when Y play I got some 'goosebumps' inside my body. Some tunes even reminds me of Eric Clapton, Who has been a great inspiration. I must say; You and Your guitar seems to be 'married' in some way. Not two separated parts, just 'one'. The 'Shuffle' Y play is very good. In my Youth I found out several other ways to this as Y are aware of. Just follow the rules of A 12 Bar-Blues. Keep on playing Max, and enjoy ps. It seems that Y really love doing this video. Great. Greatings from Sweden
Max, I don't see the Clapton and Johnson DVDs mentioned below by Terminator X on your website? I see his post is from 5 years ago and got to wondering if these are still available? Thanks for all the tabs!
Very good lesson. Enough content to inspire, but not too much to stiffle creativity. Now inspired to just play around with the scales. Any advice on how to convince my wife that I need a loop pedal?
@AcousticMax Thanks, I will try to pick up the licks, (like you said), by ears. Saludos desde Agrentina, I like blues and Tango, my favourite music. Nuevamente, Un gran saludo desde Cordoba Argentina y muchas gracias
Thank you very much for uploading this video. I am an aspiring guitarist wanting to learn blues. After watching this video, I have a question: While you were soloing, you went into G Major pentatonic and did a couple of licks; how is that possible and why did you choose G? G is neither the IV or V chord, and it definitely is not the tonic, so I am not understanding at all why it is possible to stick a G in there... Could you please shed some light? Thanks you.
Thanks but it's all about listening and try and transcribe what you hear.The lessons are free and you can get tabs via my website. Learn your scales, E blues scale and E major pentatonic in all positions. Then it's all about listening to the greats to nick the licks. keep safe and practise. :)
@@assailedtreasure4189 Thanks, I recorded a series of guitar style DVD's a few years back.They all got digitally ripped and put on guitar teaching sites for free.You can still get them on Amazon and other outlets. Clapton,BB KIng, SRV etc acoustic blues etc. www.amazon.com/Milligan-Max-Acoustic-Fingerstyle-Ragtime/dp/B008NA3HWC
There are licks on my website mentioned in my text.Free to download.The best way to learn is to transcribe the solo from 00:39. The scale is mainly E major pentatonic adding a little E blues scale. You will learn much more by transcribing the licks on some blank tab paper.It's great for training your ear to pick up phrases and for aural awareness. That's how I learned to play guitar, then I studied at the Guitar Institute London, where I now teach. :o) Good Luck. Max
Hi Paulo, it is a Maton 808TE the best guitar I ever bought. They are fantastic for live playing and record really well. :o) They are made in Australia.
Sorry for the late reply I have been on tour with Cherry Lee Mewis. If I don't use Elixirs i like D'Addario always high quality. Check quality of Nut and Saddle too for string response. Imitation bone is good. Glad you enjoyed the lesson. Thanks :o)
@AcousticMax I still love the Guild DV4 that you recommended for me. However, I WOULD probably trade it for one of those Matons............. at a pinch (LOL)
So many amzing blues licks in just one tutorial-this is stuff enough to last a lifetime...
Many thanks, enjoy.
Hardly a day goes by that I don't fall into an E blues shuffle during some stage of my practice routine. As I hear some of your licks come out of my guitar, it has become obvious that your lessons are rubbing off on me! Thanks again Max.
Many thanks, enjoy playing. Keep safe :)
9 years and im only just seeing this. LEGEND!!
Many thanks. :)
Dude. I love you. I've been playing for some 42 years, and your approach helps open a door or two that had been closed off for way too long. Thanks muchly, sir!
Thanks Roger, I have several instructional DVD's out there. Artsmagic or Amazon :)
4 years later still great 🎉
I keep coming back to this lesson and I pick up something new every time. Thanks Max!
Thanks Pat enjoy. :)
Thank you for giving up your time to share your knowledge. We are so lucky to have the internet combined with kind people like you who are willing to teach. There's no better age to learn guitar than now! I reckon if it wasn't for the internet I would be miles behind the level I am at now, and in such a short space of time. Thanks again
Thanks, I hear guys talk about mixing scales on here but most don’t explain it as well as u did. I also like how u keep playing and then explain a little. Most teachers on utube play a lead then explain for 30mins. As a matter of fact I study this video all the time.
Thanks Steve there are tabs on my website for E blues licks. Enjoy
This is place where I couldn’t play when there is transition of chord but now I know the basics behind it. Incredibly helpful to my guitar journey. 👍
Thanks Max. I anxiously await each of your lessons.
Lovely, you have a real nice touch on the guitar. Very sweet sound indeed.
Many thanks Carl :)
Finally!
Someone explaining that lots of bluesy stuff (even in very traditional blues) is not just the good old minor pentatonic (plus perhaps a flatted 5th) but actually a mixture between major and minor.
Well done!
Fwiw, I'm a long time guitar teacher and quite some of my students have been amazed at HOW much blues stuff could be "extended", once you bring something else to the table than just the good ol' "blues scale" - which, fwiw, I never exactly believed that it truly existed, simply because most of the great players are mixing stuff pretty much all the time (and even some very old traditional blues singers don't use it much, at least not in the way it's usually taught.
Just in case someone's interested, for a nice little "country-ish" touch, I also like to treat blues "modally". I can already hear you folks say "wtf has blues got to do with modes?".
Well, try this out: Treat each of the three chords as "mixolydian". Works nicely (on the dominant it'll be country more or less full stop). In a blues in E that'd resolve to:
E7: E mixolydian (5th degree of A major).
A7: A mixolydian (5th degree of D major).
B7: B mixolydian (5th degree of E major).
Now if you treat it like that, things may sound strange. I recommend to break all the scales down to a common root, namely E. The result would be:
E7: E mixolydian.
A7: E dorian.
B7: E major (or ionian, to stick with the modal names).
Same notes as when you always "think" mixolydian but the "feel" might become a little different (however, once you're familiar with that it shouldn't matter in which way you approach it).
It's fun trying that out.
Anyway, cheers again for this video, as said, finally someone shows this as I think of it as well!
Thanks for checking out the video. max :)
13 people didn't get it. :o/
Pure awesomeness.
Many thanks :)
I've always switched between the minor and major pentatonic/blues scale, but it never occurred me that I could play within the B minor pentatonic/blues scale while on the B chord (5th chord) of the blues shuffle. Thank you very much for adding a whole new dimension to my playing. It's been almost ten years since you posted this so I hope you are well.
Yes very well now,many thanks. I also posted a video on using diminished scales as you approach the 4 chord. Enjoy :)
Mate.......One of the best tutorials, I have seen. Well demonstrated & explained.
I am back again, awesome playing.
Thank you Max. Im portuguese and im learning how to play blues in my guitar. You inspires me..... Still a long way ahead. Just two months of lessons.
Max you nailed it. I enjoyed your tutorial. Looking forward to more!
Well done Max. This really takes playing to another level by mixing the scales. Great stuff!!
I can hardly believe I've missed this lesson on You Tube for 7 years. There are no doubt some good lessons out there for acoustic blues in the key of E, but this one is down right excellent. Just when I think I've learned most things in the key of E, here comes some more to practice and consider. Again, excellent and thank you Max for posting this!
Thanks Steve there should be some E blues free youtabs tabs on my website. Merry Christmas
Cool and yes, I'm most definitely going to check out your website. I appreciate you mentioning it. Merry Christmas to you and yours Max. We make no apologies for wishing folks --- "Merry Christmas."
A great guitar educator and outstanding player.
Thanks so much for breaking things down to the essence, Max!
No problem, enjoy jamming :)
You’ve convinced me to get a looper with this. Goodgawwwd this is sweet music.
You show a good way to work! I like your lessons,many thanks for sharing!
Best wishes from France.
5:42 one of the coolest licks ever
Yea B Mixolydian over B7 with passing notes. kinda Roy Buchanan. Thanks
@@maxmilligan5672 been practicing that lick, getting the timing right is really tough
Great, great. Cn't thank you enough. Been locked within running down scales for years and these licks / switching between scales gave me the juice I've been searching for. Thanks a bunch brother
Many thanks.Should be some tabs on my website, check out the dead thumb licks too. All the best, Max
Like it. I've been playing a few years and it's nice to pick up some new ideas. Like the lick that starts with a bend up to the b7. Also none of that tedious - 'put your index finger on the 1st string at the 8th fret and then .........' .
Superb lesson Max. A real breakthrough for me. 'Nuff said. Cheers!
Blues licks like these sound best on a great acoustic like the one played here. Thanks, man!
Many thanks Jud. Max
Hi Max, I realise this is quite an old video now but without question it’s the most clear, unambiguous and helpful tutorial on TH-cam.....and I’ve been looking for guitar tutorials for years. Working my way through it, but a massive thank you from me for this excellent content. 👌
Many thanks Bob. Max
Brilliant Max. Your tutorials are really helping me increase my repertoire. Cheers.
I really like your teaching style Max- easy to understand and not patronising. Subscribed
+p4ul1w4uli Many thanks enjoy the other lessons andDVD's
So cool. And the "backing track" is also very nice.
Jonas G Hedberg Thanks Jonas :)
Very nice thank you for your time and effort to teach others.I really enjoy your playing and explanations....You are great.....
Many thanks, the tabs are on my website. Check out my music at cdbaby too. :)
+Max Milligan I will do that Max the minute I get home today. ..
Martiros Hakopian
Thank's - exactly what I needed a lot of cool blues licks
Wow Max, I've been playing for 30+ years. By watching your instructional videos I have gained alot of insight by way of your style and flawless technique. I just want to say Thank You for that. Looking for more !!!
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Super clean playing, sounds nice!
Many thanks. Max
Awesome playing....Keep laying it down as smooth as you do with tremendous finesse....Making sound so good and look sooo easy!!!!
Max. Sounds really gr eat. Nice work... hope I can work some o that in the morning. Aussie over and out. And oh yes. God loves you more than you do..
What a fine tune right there! Great job thanks for this
Thanks Pat :)
Excellent playing ❤️🎸🎸
Many thanks :)
Tabs are a available from my website. These are just free lessons I post when I get a break. Don't get many at the moment. Full on at the moment.
Great blues lick almost a complete tune in itself. Thanks for this lesson. Not easy but I'll get there!
+renieh1000 Many thanks I hope you get something from my other lessons too. :)
Man, i gotta say. I really enjoyed this lesson. Very nice licks and i love the tone of that guitar. I like the way you break up the pattern and show us the notes while the backing track keeps going. For a beginner like me, that made it easy to pick up on it. I did have some trouble seeing what you're doing because of the camera angle, as others already mentioned.
Ill be checking out your other video's! Thanks for this one, keep it up! Cheers
Great job Max! I just subscribed to your channel and look foward to watching the rest of your videos
Olá, estou aprendendo a tocar violão, estou adorando o BLUE....
sorry i don't understand. have a good day
great licks...I could listen this all day..over and over ... :)
A whole bunch of good licks in your lesson!Well done Max thank you☺
+George Mount Thanks George check out my Artsmagic DVD's Electric and Acoustic styles. :)
Awesome playing on a dream guitar !
+Jackie Murphy Thanks Jackie
Thank you very much Max - I love the way you teach.
Seriously amazing, so mad im only finding this video now. Taught me so much in less than 10 minutes. Thank you so much.
Hi Max Great lesson. Here I am 10 years on.
Glad you enjoyed it. :)
Such tasty licks indeed! Thanks and great channel.
Thanks Rich
Amazing!
Many thanks :)
Nice sounding guitar
Thanks,Maton's are my favourite for playing live.this is the 808TE
Hey Max I bought your Clapton and Johnson dvds and they are great! Im forcing myself to learn everything on them cause it will bring me to the level I always wanted to be at. Thank you!
+larkyleroy hey that's great, you made my day.Glad I could help. Spread the word :)
he makes it looks easy...and makes it easy to learn...Thank you
!!!
hey thanks :)
0:38 solo
5:44 b7 lick
just the way i like it ..finally found you..excellent
Many thanks Bill enjoy the lessons.Best Wishes Max
I've just noticed a copy of John Martins solid air amongst your cd's. What an album! Great lesson by the way.
Yes I'm a big fan of John Martin. Thanks for checking out the lessons.
It's EXACTLY where I am at in learning..5-7 is the third position in E minor blues,, on the 6541 strings , Can you substitute 2nd position G major (5th fret) which mirrors, same notes...in what you call Major E position.." Just making the G note the root...'I know all 5 positions in E minor pentatonic...Now its time to learn some licks....I take it that's what you mean by E major pentatonic...I also take it on B you are using 4th position E minor 7-10 … 7-9... 8-10 etc...You are a great guitar player...a real pro....you make it look easy....Thank you
Hi Tomas, yes I think you probably mean G major pentatonic at the 5th fret. This contains the same notes as E minor pentatonic, they are relatives. E minor pentatonic E G A B D E. E major pentatonic is usually played over the first 4 bars. E major pentatonic is E F# G# B C# E.
I also played B major pentatonic over the 5 chord (B7) Enjoy
@canihaveanid The E blues scale works over the whole E blues progression. The notes are E G A Bb B D E. many players also add the E major pentatonic notes to add sweet sounds to their licks :o) the notes are E F≠ G≠ B C≠ . You can also try B lues scale over he B7 chord.
Beautiful playing!
Man I love that ! 12 bar blues shuffle in E, but with great style ... 👍
Many thanks
Many thanks I am glad you enjoyed it. Check out my other videos. Best wishes Max
Thankyou very much for a great lesson and some sweet playing. Got it - I hope! :)
Sorry been on tour.. Yep you can use E minor Pentatonic, same notes as G major pentatonic. To get the sweet vibe play E major pentatonic. Usually over first 4 bars. Check out the classic tune Hideaway by Freddie King for licks. :o)
I'm thrilled that I learned all I think 85 notes on your tabs I printed out... 27 I think sharps and flats... in three days knowing very little except the 5 positions in the pentatonic key of E....and being able to identify the notes...Knowing the positions was not of much help.....just learning one or two bars at a time.. from the tabs..it doesn't sound much like music,,,, YET...but I feel I''m finally getting somewhere.. It's rather easy on the fingers.. if that makes sense....For someone on my level...The sharps and flats sought of disguise ...the scales...quite a revelation.. The trials of a lower intermediate learning melody"...Have a tendency tp over think it.....I should know better about that...Experience and time is everything..PRACTICE
Great work keep it up. :)
Nice playing and very helpful. Thank you !
Awesome brother. I love The 12 bar blues do you like have a tutoral for The 12 bar blues comp that you looped sir😊
Thanks Lori I have one on the shuffle groove and Walking Bass line groove plus other E blues licks in various styles. I also have Play series DVD's on Amazon or Artsmagic website.
I just love it!
Many thanks, enjoy. ;)
@@maxmilligan8734 THE more I listens to this, the more I like it. It reminds me of my own mediocre Guitarplaying starting at late 60's.
The 'Shuffle' was and still is my favourite, still I don't even have a guitar no more!! pity
Maybe I have to pick up one!!
The Key of E was and still is # 1. (playing Harmonica to that is outstanding)
Unfortunately I never got to learn the 'Solo's'
All the tunes You use Blues/pentatonic-scale or whatsoever is very well known for me, still when Y play I got some 'goosebumps' inside my body.
Some tunes even reminds me of Eric Clapton, Who has been a great inspiration.
I must say; You and Your guitar seems to be 'married' in some way.
Not two separated parts, just 'one'.
The 'Shuffle' Y play is very good. In my Youth I found out several other
ways to this as Y are aware of.
Just follow the rules of A 12 Bar-Blues.
Keep on playing Max, and enjoy
ps.
It seems that Y really love doing this video. Great.
Greatings from Sweden
Great licks Max. Are you going to the 4 chord are bar 2? Please give us some more . Starving for tasty licks like this..
Sam Helton hi, yes it's called the quick change. I have other E blues lick videos. Tabs on my website
Max, I don't see the Clapton and Johnson DVDs mentioned below by Terminator X on your website? I see his post is from 5 years ago and got to wondering if these are still available? Thanks for all the tabs!
Brilliant Max, could you do a little lesson for the shuffle please, I'd like that, cheers, Rob.
Hi Rob, there is one just type in The shuffle pattern by Max Milligan :)
12 Bar Blues in E, basic rhythm.The shuffle pattern by Max Milligan
Maton 808TE guitar, Elixir 11's strings, I use an AER Compact 60 live but this is probably my Roland Cube amp. Boss basic Loop pedal.
@Jessup81 Hey, many thanks for your kind comments, enjoy the video lessons. Max
I am setting that kind of thing up. just busy recording a new Cherry Lee Mewis album at mo
@AcousticMax Hi, many thanks, I'm going to record another solo today for one of my students as a back up lesson so you can join in. All the best. Max
You might find the Registry of Guitar Tutors grades invaluable.
The notes for E major pentatonic are:
E F# G# B and C# :o)
Max :) I love these blues licks that you do on an acoustic. They are very clean sounding and as a beginner I'm learning them now. :)
+Blair Baillie Thanks Blair enjoy the other lessons and check out my Artsmagic play series Acoustic Guitar DVD's on Amazon
Nice sounds
john lowe Many thanks enjoy the other videos :)
great playing Sir!!
+Norbert Kalman Thanks Norbert :)
Very good lesson. Enough content to inspire, but not too much to stiffle creativity. Now inspired to just play around with the scales.
Any advice on how to convince my wife that I need a loop pedal?
Tell her it comes free with a new blender....
Max Thank you mate, this is the video I've been looking for ! gives me everything I need. Cheers
+Anthony Ward Cheers Anthony check out my Artsmagagic play series DVD's too. :)
I still love that Guild DV4 that you recommended for me, but I WOULD perhaps trade it for one of those Matons............... at a pinch (LOL)
Do you teach
@AcousticMax Thanks, I will try to pick up the licks, (like you said), by ears. Saludos desde Agrentina, I like blues and Tango, my favourite music. Nuevamente, Un gran saludo desde Cordoba Argentina y muchas gracias
Crazy blues 😍i like it
Thank you very much for uploading this video. I am an aspiring guitarist wanting to learn blues. After watching this video, I have a question: While you were soloing, you went into G Major pentatonic and did a couple of licks; how is that possible and why did you choose G? G is neither the IV or V chord, and it definitely is not the tonic, so I am not understanding at all why it is possible to stick a G in there... Could you please shed some light? Thanks you.
If you put the camera on the other side its easier to see the finger fret patterns.
Thanks but it's all about listening and try and transcribe what you hear.The lessons are free and you can get tabs via my website. Learn your scales, E blues scale and E major pentatonic in all positions. Then it's all about listening to the greats to nick the licks. keep safe and practise. :)
@@maxmilligan8734 Ok thanks I'll stop watching the videos and just listen and transcribe from there.
@@assailedtreasure4189 Thanks, I recorded a series of guitar style DVD's a few years back.They all got digitally ripped and put on guitar teaching sites for free.You can still get them on Amazon and other outlets. Clapton,BB KIng, SRV etc acoustic blues etc. www.amazon.com/Milligan-Max-Acoustic-Fingerstyle-Ragtime/dp/B008NA3HWC
thanks there are some tabs on my website. :o)
There are licks on my website mentioned in my text.Free to download.The best way to learn is to transcribe the solo from 00:39. The scale is mainly E major pentatonic adding a little E blues scale. You will learn much more by transcribing the licks on some blank tab paper.It's great for training your ear to pick up phrases and for aural awareness. That's how I learned to play guitar, then I studied at the Guitar Institute London, where I now teach. :o) Good Luck. Max
His guitar is very beautiful and thank you for answering.
really good man lovet this and learnt alot
hey many thanks enjoy the other videos. :)
i will :)
Amazing video, thank you so much!!
Thanks Peter. :)
@@maxmilligan8734 I'm just a learner, could you please let me know where can I find this song? Or this is your piece? Thank you in advance!
that was super helpful man! thanks so much!!!! i hate looking at tab, so this is really nice to see
@AcousticMax
Isn't that two Matons you have now. I seem to remember seeing another one with a cut away when I came to see you.
Hi Paulo, it is a Maton 808TE the best guitar I ever bought. They are fantastic for live playing and record really well. :o) They are made in Australia.
Sorry for the late reply I have been on tour with Cherry Lee Mewis. If I don't use Elixirs i like D'Addario always high quality. Check quality of Nut and Saddle too for string response.
Imitation bone is good. Glad you enjoyed the lesson. Thanks :o)
@AcousticMax
I still love the Guild DV4 that you recommended for me. However, I WOULD probably trade it for one of those Matons............. at a pinch (LOL)