The term "bluegrass" was originally used to describe a new kind of country music pioneered by Bill Monroe in the 1930's. Monroe was from the "bluegrass" state of Kentucky. He incorporated this unofficial state motto into the name of his band, The Blue Grass Boys. Take a look below to check out the different teachers that cover bluegrass. You can scope out the entire series or sample it out by clicking to view the free lesson.
Bluegrass music is ubiquitous in Americana music and a major role of the guitar is to pin down a strong rhythm section behind mandolin and fiddle players, as well as vocalists. If you're joining in on a Bluegrass jam in…
Bluegrass flatpicking as a genre is full of unique repertoire that includes genre bending concepts and techniques. From blazing hot licks to banjo rolls, it's got a little something for everyone. Want to join in a Bluegrass jam and make…
You've been spending some time working up your flatpicking chops, but where do you go from here? A cornerstone of the Bluegrass flatpicking style is the hot licks and runs present throughout the songs and tunes. This lesson set of…
Want to take your Bluegrass Flatpicking style to the next level? This series complements Tyler’s Bluegrass Flatpicking Method series on JamPlay. Tune up your guitar, grab your pick and let’s move forward with your Bluegrass Flatpicking.
Starting with History, Nick will cover many aspects of Bluegrass techniques, the role of Bluegrass instruments, then move into some great Bluegrass songs.
Steve Eulberg walks you through the most common techniques in the bluegrass guitar style. He teaches these concepts in a methodical, step-by-step approach that will have you playing in no time.