Jacksnax: Brighten Up the Blues Unlock the Magic of Jerry Garcia

[@mikeshields6294]

Thank you for this. My blues/minor playing was always missing something and never knew how to get that Jerry style in there. Just jammed to a JGB show and boom there it is.

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

@@mikeshields6294 Yep!

[@Purcia222]

Holy s$&t, you just filled in a big space in my brain on all this. This is the type of stuff they don’t talk about or at least in this fashion. Thanks!

[@DVTO]

Very nice analysis of how to use the flat 7 in transition.

[@gregfelice1969]

As I get better at guitar, I find new teachers that teach at the level I'm at, and pull me up. Jacksnax is the absolute best teacher I've found for the emerging soloer with the basic mechanics of the instrument under their belt. Every video is a revelation. Thanks man.

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

That’s super kind!

[@ianquittner6067]

that flat-3 I always felt like was the secret sauce to Jerry's major sound. Thanks for explaining why it works. That's been the missing piece for me.

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

Yes indeed! That’s one piece of the puzzle. Thanks for watching. Cheers, JD

[@Matt-gm5qr]

This is the spice I've been looking for. Thank you.

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

@@Matt-gm5qrHey now… happy to help!

[@markwood4378]

This guy is stupid good at teaching these concepts.

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

@@markwood4378 I’m also good at being stupid according to my wife

[@markwood4378]

@jacksnax4guitar460 you just like me fr fr

[@daverichard8200]

Man, Jack I love to just listen to you play. Thanks for putting your knowledge and experience out here for us to learn from. Peace

[@robinmastre8642]

Ahhh…casually frolicking along to this…Thanks for the inspiration mate!

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

Any time!

[@kjguitarman]

Unlocking some beauties there, Jack. I’m still struggling with the scale changes. Knowing how to navigate the changed scale is my weakness.

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

I’m not sure what change you’re talking about exactly…can you share more detail? Just think the Maj Pent of whatever Major chord you’re playing over and include the b3 as an approach tone to the 3 or the 2 of the Maj Pent scale and you’ll be there. If this doesn’t make sense…probably need a little tune up on those major pentatonics. Most guitarists I teach think they’ve got them down… and then we get going and find a lot of blind spots. Whatever you do… hang in there, stay positive and keep in touch.

[@alexchng]

John Mayer is my first guitar hero, having discovered him right around 10 years ago. I played a little then, but I play more now and have listened to a lot more guitar players in the last few years. He sounded a lot like Stevie when he was younger, but he's left a lot of that behind. He sounds so much more Clapton and BB King now, and spends much more time in the major pentatonic. His approach to soloing over China Cat Sunflower reminds me of this "brighter" sound you talk about. You are a truly phenomenal player, and among the most complete guitarists I've ever seen (Josh Smith is another that comes to mind). I admire your playing and knowledge very deeply, and hope to take a lesson with you one day. Thank you, and cheers!

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

Thank you for this kind comment!

[@alexchng]

@@jacksnax4guitar460 of course! I had asked once, months ago, for your email so that I could inquire about lessons. Would you mind refreshing my memory? I tragically lost the email haha

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

@@alexchng [e-mail]

[@dmc549]

Incredible content Jack. Love your playing. These videos are better than the 1+ million subs channels no question.

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

@@dmc549 thanks!

[@tylergiorgio1150]

You’re so good man. Inspirational. Thanks for the in detailed explanations. Your licks are so tight🔥

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

Thanks my friend! I appreciate the feedback.

[@OneWomanMoreGuitars]

Been playing for 40 years and really enjoy your lessons. This is great strategy to make your solos not sound the same all the way through. Start with some minor blues , go into some mixed major minor using these techniques, finish with more minor blues. Or any mix thereof. And of course practice it vertically and horizontally on the fretboard in all positions so not to get stuck in the standard “blues box”. These techniques can applied to slide playing too. Get more vocal quality and diversity in your solos or fills.

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

Amen!

[@billycramer8066]

Sweet 😊

[@thelatenightbar]

Love the channel. love the groove. Sure wish I could have found a "KZbin" channel like this 30+ years ago when I couldn't be found without a guitar in my hands

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@GratefulGrove]

This is the best guitar channel on youtube. Thank you so much for the wealth of knowledge you drop on these videos. My playing has improved so much just from the technique video series.

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

Wow, thanks!

[@thejamnasium6447]

I wanna play like Jack Devine when I grow up

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

That guy’s a hack

[@cherryaxiom9711]

this was a great lesson thanks Jack!

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

My pleasure

[@ericsteindel4574]

Jack, this is the most articulate explanation of using the major pentatonic scale over the 1 chord and the 4 chord that I have seen. Thank you. I am personally in a rut reverting back to my minor pentatonic "chops". This inspires me to be creative. Billy Strings recently covered "That's What Love Will Make You Do" and appears to play mostly the minor pentatonic scale when improvising whereas your playing is much more on par with Jerry's approach to a I-IV-V Would you consider doing a video lesson of Jerry's "That's What Love Will Make You Do"?

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

I would consider it…I’m pretty swamped with musical and family obligations ATM but sounds like a plan!

[@jeremyallen]

I second that request! I've just stumbled upon your channel and you really seem to understand Jerry's flavor and convey the information in an easily digestible way. I've been obsessing over this song lately and slowly but surely incorporating some of Jerry's thinking and phrasing into my own playing. It's a slow process but so satisfying when a concept finally clicks and feels natural to play. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!!

[@jeremyallen]

Ha! After I finished this video, I saw your Office Hours video with that song featured. Thanks for that!

[@desmondtutu7916]

So tasty. I could listen to that all day.😀

[@eyank57]

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[@JamesBurner]

killer vid as always

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

Thanks James The summertime setup is kinda low key..but still fun.

[@adadogod]

Did you get a new Strat Jack? Looks and sounds killer! What is it?

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

Hi! Yes I did! I picked up a few new guitars this spring. I grab what seems attractive online in terms of specs, see what speaks to me and sell the ones that miss my sweet spot. That’s what’s up with the Cunetto Mary Kaye. That guitar is incredible, but I prefer the neck on this one…even though it cost a lot less it’s staying. This one is really great. It’s a lightweight (7lbs) ash body 2 color MJT finish in nitro and reliced by me. The neck is a Warmoth. I took a risk and bought it online. It has a Clapton (Hard V) profile. I love my friends old 50’s Fenders with that style of carve so I figured I’d go for it. Awesome!!! I had it refretted with 6100s and my preferred VV pickups except the neck. My black strat, has a thinner C neck and is Alder. It has a Dimarzio Heavy Blues in the neck. This new one is sporting the “Injector” model which is similar but updated a bit. I kind of prefer the Heavy Blues but it was out of stock when I was assembling it. The combo of the great fretwork, lightweight snappy ash and that V neck earned it a place in the quiver. Super stoked. Now I just want a RW in a solid custom color to slake my 60s Strat jones.😊

[@Funnyweber]

How do I get a lesson?

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

Contact me at the email at the end of this video

[@jamestrego9105]

Tasty!

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

😊

[@mattray8767]

Nice playing Jack, great phrasing and feel.

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

Hey! Thnx Matt🎸🤘🏻

[@WaywardTexan]

Tasty!!

[@jacksnax4guitar460]

Thank you!