T- Bone Walker constantly played major thirds and sixths, which are not usually included in the “blues scale.” Photo by Heinrich Klaffs via Wikipedia. Reproduced under Creative Commons License. “The ...

Having looked at the minor pentatonic scale last month, this issue we’re moving on to its close relative, the blues scale. We say ‘close relative’ because the two scales are almost identical - just ...

The four examples here are based on Rory's fiery rock solos, soulful blues, open G-tuned slide and hard-hitting, funky rhythm styles. A key to Rory's style is that he would 'push' the tempo with ...