How to Play a Blues Opening Rundown on Cigar Box Guitar - Shane Speal's Blues University

[@12561quikclik]

Lesson 2, oh yeah! I haven't cut a class yet, this the best University I have ever attended. Don't tell me I can't go back to school, I'm only 72 years old, and playing the CBG makes me feel like it's 1967 all over again, and I'm back in my dorm room as a Freshman art student. You ain't just a Perfesser, you be Dean Speal, head of the School of Bluesiosity! Bring on Lesson 3!!!!!!!

[@vicbrookshire3780]

Just realized my foot was tapping to MY heartbeat. I picked up my fretted guitar tuned to GBD and just played the bottom D string, like you said before, just go for it. I liked the harmony and I was just playing by ear. First time. Thank you, Shane.

[@chuckh.6315]

Thanks for all you do to promote the cult of theCBG!!! I just got building poor mans guitars and am working on my first guitar, so next step is learning to play it. So I'm enrolling in blues university!

[@fearlessfreddy1000]

School weren't like this when I was a kid. Thanks professor.

[@lanemartin5446]

Good idea showing this on fretted and non-fretted setups. Turn-arounds really make a song pop.

[@Manandmachine772]

You hit it out of the ball park Shane, with the Blues university lessons.

[@prestonbrown5771]

Shane your very generous in taking the time to help spread the blues and giving away cbg former board member of the northeast blues society

[@tomschaefer1551]

Thanks Shane for getting back to blues basics for old hackers like me. Been building for a few years now and I need to spend more time learning by a process instead of just random lick and tricks. Keep the fretless blues lessons coming.

[@johnmatrishon7245]

I’m with ya Tom!

[@kinhelfa]

@shanespeal I never realised until now just how important rhythm is to music genres. Rhythm hand, note/chord hand...easy peasy, lemon-squeezy, thank you, oh mighty one!

[@stevenkarnisky411]

Again, taught the way I prefer. Individual goals taught and reviewed, then blended together into a smooth lesson. Then, a preview of some future steps. Having trained and taught individuals with developmental disabilities and brain injuries, I find this method to be very successful for imparting new skills to beginners!

[@offthegoalline]

Greeting Shane From England 👋🏼 your videos was where it all started on my cigar box guitar Journey! Keep them coming 👏🏼

[@michaelkennedy3383]

Easy to make the strum practice sound like playing the blues. Thanks Shane.

[@txbluesguy]

I love how you broke this down into very nice bite sized chunks. Thank you.

[@ronswihart176]

Still watching Shane’s old stuff it’s awesome 😎

[@kentkb1031]

Shane really has the licks. And now I need a 3 string!

[@tomtemple7734]

Again, great basic riffs. This rundown must be used on hundreds of blues tunes and is a must-have lick for playing blues. Combined with your 12-bar lesson you have enough to begin to impress your friends. Nice work! Also, the use of a slide guitar is a great idea. No real need to worry about fretting for good old time blues, a slide and three strings does it all. Thanks!

[@ShaneSpeal]

Impress your friends, get the girl!

[@russclarke6011]

MY FAVORITE BLUES TEACHER

[@ShaneSpeal]

My favorite blues student!

[@martinhessels8400]

Oh yeah, another day at the University; thanks to the Spealmeister🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@billyhall4228]

I’ve been messing with my CBG around three years now I can’t tell you how much I appreciate the lessons !!! I king slide everything because I have arthritis in both thumbs so I can’t press on the back of the neck to play with my fingers !!! Just keep on keeping on Brother 🎸

[@jgbsweeper7325]

Thanks ! You really have the knack for explaining and demonstrating in a way a new player can see and understand.

[@oefpresents5684]

I appreciate you including for fretted as well as fret less. I am still figuring out how to work the slide 1 handed. Your lessons are great!

[@jeffsanders1489]

Another great video. Thanks for kicking it back for us new people!

[@seanmshields]

Again, I really appreciate you teaching the "smaller" things, they all add up and add to your blues arsenal.

[@mybusiness7663]

Thanks 🙏 for the beginner lessons I watch them over and over!

[@FantaconeBoxWorksCBG]

Great combo with your last video

[@stevenball4020]

Great stuff Shane, England needs you...

[@MatKovach]

finally, I video I don't have to slow down to keep up with. I'm getting betterish.

[@dicktompsett4943]

Another great video lesson for the ultra beginner. I really like your focus on the picking hand as my experience with other video lessons is that they leave you guessing on what to do with the picking hand. Please keep the Blues University lessons coming. Thank you so much. BE Well!!!

[@eddiedannemann2938]

Shane, just purchased my first CBG. Been playing guitar for 45 years, mainly 12 string acoustic. Simply have fallen in love with the CBG! Can't seem to put it down. Your lessons have been a godsend. It is really a different animal but you make it so fun to play.

[@tboot]

I'd sure like to see more about fretted vs unfretted, especially in regards to slide use. Thanks!

[@Laerdaljoe]

You’ve always ‘set the standard’ for home grown guitars & CBG music. Keep it coming!!!! Bring in some guests as well!!!!’

[@MyBichonsLoveRush]

I am about to get brave enough to go with a fretted 3 stringer...thank you for keeping me intrigued. Thanks for the slide tutorials.

[@StuartKlausner]

This lesson along with the first Blues University video has really got me rocking! I can’t wait to see what I learn next.

[@franciscohernandez99]

You rule man! It seems easy in the way you teach us. I don't need to slow down the playback speed in youtube. So I like it. That's the right way for me to learn something from you, master. I think the properly way is having a CBG. So, think of me, or I have to build my very first one, here, in Spain. I was also thinking about buying a kit from "gitty" as example, and test how does go the transit from US to Spain, without forgetting the customs issues...

[@raycarns7971]

The close up on the picking and fretting is exactly what I needed. Great lesson.

[@larryblair9279]

Great Job! Lesson 1 flows into Lesson 2

[@ettoo]

I like how you take you time explaining how exactly you are strumming. A lot of videos I have watched I have no idea what strings are being strum or what pattern is being used. You explain everything, so even someone like me can understand. Thanx

[@ShaneSpeal]

Sometimes I have to give myself cue cards ahead of time so I can remember which notes I’m actually playing! LOL

[@jeremyhogan]

CBG is so fun and easy to get jamming.

[@bradschoonmaker9675]

Thanks for taking it slow and teaching on a fretted CBG

[@vicbrookshire3780]

This one is taking a little longer to feel where the notes are but I like it. I have stopped thinking where my fingers are and just listen and feel the guitar. "Bout time. Thanks, Shane.

[@ShaneSpeal]

Best compliment I’ve seen all day! Thank you, Vic!

[@gregpunturiero8009]

Shane, i just started playing during the pandemic, and you're the reason I've been able to stick with it and progress. Thank you! These vids are the perfect setup for a visual learner like myself, keep em coming!

[@Marco-zq9vd]

Even if you have some playing experience, it is always vital to go back to the basics! Thanks for this...so much fun!

[@patrickswartz8172]

Thanks for this lesson. Not sure why this riff always trips me up. I think I'm keeping my picking hand too stiff. Looking forward to the next lesson.

[@michaelclark4190]

More great stuff - thoughtfully presented, no assumptions made about the skill level of the viewer. Thanks!

[@jackpmeadows]

Thanks for thinking of us Noobs. I appreciate the lessons. No CBG yet but I am hoping.

[@Cpw1959]

Morning Shane, You have really made this old fart Smile, making the blues easy to play is such a great thing to do. Please keep it going for all us complete beginners and learners of all levels.

[@heppcatt7338]

Your enthusiasm is contagious! Finally something contagious we can be happy about.

[@WiiliamSnead]

Thanks for these lessons, Shane. It's basic building blocks and I look forward to seeing what's up the pipe. Keep up the good work.

[@Harpman333]

Thanks Shane. You got me started playing 3 strings. Great lesson!!!

[@johnmatrishon7245]

More gold from the King! Nicely presented Mr. Speal!

[@musicalmiscellany]

Such a great video Shane. You are 100% correct, that blues rundown just feels so darn good. In the words of Jimi Hendrix... "the blues is easy to play but hard to feel."

[@russclarke6011]

KEEP TEACHING BROTHER, WE ARE LISTENING N LEARNING. THANKYOU.

[@stevesstrings5243]

Thanks for the lesson! Keep the blues lessons coming!

[@stephenthomasma7524]

Loved this one too! You have taken the funnest instrument in the world and opened up a bunch of possibilities. Looking forward to the next one!

[@mikepetersen325]

Another great video to help people learn how to play CBG.

[@andrewkozma2537]

Sweet! Really enjoying the licks, thanks for taking a moment to show slide playing on fretted guitar. Excellent content Shane, Thank you, Thank you!! Lets jam \m/

[@johndaley4661]

These are amazing videos. It is like your showing a lot of patentince so even an old guy can get it. I feel these are going o be my best asset to learning.

[@randysmith3879]

Too great- This is what got me into Cigar box guitars to start with (The blues).

[@davidspencer2333]

Another great video Shane! I like how you spent time on the picking hand and slide hand. I need to keep practicing my picking. More future videos with equal time on the picking will be appreciated! Thanks Shane!

[@dennisyoung2100]

You’re the person that inspired me with CBG in the first place and you’re who I turn to when I need some help to keep going! Thanks for all you do!

[@jeffb-qf6xu]

Thanks for these segments their very helpful for us that are rythmicly challenged and in need of some direction.

[@mekstewart5137]

Great lesson - I do that where I sometimes support my pointer finger with my middle finger, to give it a bit more pressure. I’ll even shake up this riff by doing it 3x, but on the third go round I’ll do the ring finger on the 3rd, 2nd, then 5th, then open. Because, why not?! Thanks again!

[@michaelpounds9146]

I appreciate the clear and thorough explanation of techniques...picking, rhythm, etc. Great lesson.

[@sheilabecker66]

Another great lesson! Thanks for taking the time to create and post these videos; breaking the riffs down into their simplest parts helps it all make sense.

[@stump020500]

Kind of like a reverse turnaround? Great video series. Love the giddybucker!!!

[@Wileypilker3]

You do the best video's to help a beginner get started!! Thanks

[@louiselouise2633]

Shane you get me groovin

[@dastardlydave1455]

Great teaching video Shane!

[@jmc1741]

Thanks for the excellent tution, can't wait to try it out on my homemade 3 stringer!

[@richardferrell7412]

Great Video Shane! I really need to put down the fretted CBG and learn how to play it fret less! I definitely have no excuse now you have shown exactly what to do!

[@Gary-vl5ec]

Hi Shane, I really appreciate these easy learning blues videos, especially when you slow them down and show the individual strings and use close-ups. Using a contrasting pick really helps me as I’m viewing your videos using my Magnifier as I’m severely site impaired. Gary

[@mcstabba]

A whole lotta grinding to do! A good thing that is possible to do while watching some youtube vids or Netflix or something.

[@observed00]

I did this lesson before the blues university lesson one, and I'm glad I did. This turnaround is a lot more fun and melodic than the 12 bar chug. It makes learning the "tip of the slide on the middle string" technique more enjoyable. I've made some modifications to my nut and hambone slide which have helped get less buzz on the open strings.

[@aaronstoker1797]

Hello from the UK. Great videos Shane I'm learning loads 🤘

[@jugslugger]

would love to learn the old blues song last meal!! Great videos!! All pure fire!!

[@terrydockery3690]

I play pedal steel and dobro but I’m still learning how to use the slide on a guitar thanks for info

[@jean-henrideblanchamp5407]

Chapeau Monsieur Speal! Merci beaucoup for the awesome lessons! It’s great fun! You’re a benevolent teacher!

[@pierreballester5226]

Shane you are a very very good man. You made this video one of the best tutorials ever with your deep attention to details. I can't wait to go home and practice!!!

[@GospelBluesMan]

I see two types of people here. Those who are just starting out for which these lessons are intended for. Other have some experience. Maybe they are here for the guitar giveaway? Maybe some lessons for us who have some experience just maybe not with a 3 string? Anyways God Bless and thanks for all you do. Your truly are a good person.

[@adamwillets1846]

Thank you for these tutorials. It is brilliant to start at the actual start!

[@caleblong9868]

Gotta love that classic turnaround essential for any blues player. this takes me back to my first build two years and 23 guitars ago keep inspiring shane 👍.

[@suefinch44]

thanks-you make learning the CBG easy

[@AcidBathFreakshow]

Killing these instructional videos good Sir!

[@wayneladieu7493]

Outstanding. I have been at this for several months and I’ve been watching your lessons. Thank you I’ve learned an awful lot from you.

[@nachopnet]

Awesome video that breaks everything down with the perfect explanation on what to do (and very important also what not to do). This is the kind of content I crave since it teaches me something I have never done before. Nothing wrong with "...it may be tedious for a while..." since it's the best way to learn.

[@brevs8387]

Thanks Shane.

[@rblee2033]

Sweet opener lesson !!!!🔊

[@billhaines9991]

Another great beginner video Shane - great to see you back at it after the last year of craziness! Hey, how about a T Bone Walker lesson? Take Care.

[@TheSTEEBOS]

Great job! When I first got this turn around down really made a lot of things come together.

[@larry5188]

Thanks Shane Always look forward to my next lesson.

[@lininpa4064]

Love it! Thank you Shane! I’m learning so much! And I love me some blue! Please please keep those videos coming!

[@daverichardson4183]

very cool lick, I am going to work on this tonight

[@ks-pg5sh]

More good stuff to practice. Thank you.

[@Samlowry27B-6]

Thanks again for a great video Shane. finally able to bring the blues home!

[@timsmith3178]

Great video. You have definitely put me down the right path learning to play a cigar box guitar. Please keep the lessons coming. Great products online as well.

[@BillSmithem]

Never learned this. Thanks for the video!

[@jmikew417]

Thanks Shane 👍

[@smartassan]

Great lesson Shane. Thank you for making it so easy.

[@waltercasler8784]

Love it, classic blues opening! Please keep making more of these videos!

[@martinwebb3394]

Great video Shane - probably your best yet for complete beginners like me. You've really slowed things down and shown the fretting and the picking clearly and in close up. Too man - you're a legend!