Style of John Mayer

Artist Series Guitar Course from Rich Nibbe

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Explore the unique style and techniques of John Mayer.

7 Lessons

Complete course with step-by-step lessons and practice examples.

Multi-Camera

Course filmed with 6 cameras for the perfect angles.

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Full Course Breakdown

Rich Nibbe gives us an in-depth look into the style of and techniques of John Mayer. Check out some soloing ideas, bends, rhythmic percussion and much more.

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1

Introduction to John Mayer

Rich Nibbe and JamPlay are proud to present another "In the style of" series, this time featuring the one and only John Mayer. This introductory lesson dives right in, taking a look at soloing ideas, percussive rhythm, and bends.

16:21 Runtime

1.5 Difficulty

2

Pentatonic Scale

Rich Nibbe takes a look at how you can apply the pentatonic scale in the style of John Mayer into your playing.

15:13 Runtime

2.0 Difficulty

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3

Sixth Intervals

Rich Nibbe demonstrates how John Mayer adds interest to his playing by adding sixth intervals.

8:06 Runtime

2.0 Difficulty

4

John Mayer Acoustic Techniques

Rich Nibbe explores the acoustic guitar's role in John Mayer's playing. Learn about alternate tunings, open strings, moving chord shapes and more.

17:12 Runtime

2.0 Difficulty

5

Licks and Influences

Rich Nibbe takes a took at a variety of licks in the style of John Mayer and the artists he was likely inspired by.

7:04 Runtime

2.0 Difficulty

6

John Mayer Inspired Track Part 1

Rich Nibbe plays a super catchy John Mayer inspired track. Then, he dissects each section in the following two lessons. In part one, you will learn the intro, verse, and chorus.

15:39 Runtime

2.5 Difficulty

7

John Mayer Inspired Track Part 2

In part two, Rich Nibbe takes a close look at the leads on the John Mayer inspired track you heard in part one.

11:15 Runtime

2.5 Difficulty

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Rich Nibbe

33
  • Ft. Collins, Colorado
  • Playing since 1980
  • 8 lessons at JamPlay
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Rich grew up in Southern California and lived life on the beach for most of his life. Wanting to do something fun for a living he pursued guitar as a career. After graduating from Berklee College of Music, Rich spent time teaching and understanding how to have a voice through the instrument. Gradually work and travel started to pick up which lead to a decade and a half on the road and in the studio. He has had the privilege of working with artists like Amy Grant, Vince Gill, Allison Krauss and Tommy Walker.

Rich grew up in Southern California and lived life on the beach for most of his life. Wanting to do something fun for a living he pursued guitar as a career. After graduating from Berklee College of Music, Rich spent time teaching and understanding how to have a voice through the instrument. Gradually work and travel started to pick up which lead to a decade and a half on the road and in the studio. He has had the privilege of working with artists like Amy Grant, Vince Gill, Allison Krauss and Tommy Walker.

Rich has also done sessions and led clinics all over world, including session work in South Korea.

Rich currently lives in Fort Collins, Colorado with his wife and two boys.
Reviews & Feedback 100/100 with 33 ratings
chas52

Rich, you are an extremely excellent teacher. thank you. sincerely, Chas

skselby

Teacher is great; love the suggestions on making acoustic playing more interesting, especially in a solo performer role.