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Best books to learn Blues guitar, in order

Blues guitar is a language of feel built on a small, deep vocabulary, so build it in layers. Start with the 12-bar form, basic rhythm, and the minor pentatonic box, then work through licks, phrasing, string bending, and vibrato, then soloing over changes in every key. A method that pairs theory with backing-track practice teaches the touch that tab alone can't.

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How should I approach learning blues guitar?
Blues guitar is a language of feel built on a small, deep vocabulary, so build it in layers. Start with the 12-bar form, basic rhythm, and the minor pentatonic box, then work through licks, phrasing, string bending, and vibrato, then soloing over changes in every key. A method that pairs theory with backing-track practice teaches the touch that tab alone can't.
What's a good book to start blues guitar with?
A strong starting point is Art of the Shuffle by Dave Rubin. The ordered reading paths above show exactly where it fits and what to read next.
What should I read after blues guitar?
Once you have the fundamentals, explore closely related subjects like Fingerstyle guitar, Jazz guitar, Charcoal drawing.

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