
This arrangement uses the thumb and fingers to play the melody and accompaniment simultaneously.

If you’re bari-curious, explore what makes this versatile instrument so special.

The magic comes from hearing how the same melody changes as the chords shift underneath.

The chords are sophisticated, and you will have to figure out fingerings that work for you to play through it. But that’s exactly what Chong says he likes about teaching this piece.

Though the song has sophisticated chord changes, it became a blues standard, covered by Bessie Smith and nearly every blues singer you can name

This tune is a staple in blues, folk, New Orleans jazz, and other American and Black musical traditions

This lesson dives into the 8-bar form, jazz-blues, minor blues, riffs, and rhythms

Here we examine what it is that makes Iz’s sound so alluring by taking a close look at various aspects of his playing technique, equipment, upbringing, and his mindset toward playing music

Many of the concepts here may not be new to you, but this will give you a template to improve your playing and enhance the sound of your group at the same time

These 12 lessons are designed to help you master the fretboard, play more musically, and have good fun with your uke!