Free Lesson Friday

About Free Lesson Friday

Free blues guitar lessons from Texas Blues Alley.

Publisher

Texas Blues Alley

Category

music

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

24 Feb 2023

Latest episode

5 Jul 2025

Latest episodes

9 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   5 Jul 2025

   Bending Secrets From Albert King & SRV (8 Lessons)

   This episode explores eight techniques from Albert King and Stevie Ray Vaughan's playing styles, focusing on bending notes to improve blues guitar skills.

2. 

   6 Sept 2024

   This V Chord Pattern Will Make You Sound Like A Pro

   Guitar instructor demonstrates a blues guitar lick pattern derived from Smokin’ Joe Kubek and Jimi Hendrix, teaching listeners to apply it over the V and IV chords in a 12-bar blues solo.

3. 

   19 May 2023

   SRV’s Iconic “Tell Me” Lick

   Guitar instructor explains how to accurately play Stevie Ray Vaughan's famous ascending guitar lick from "Tell Me," correcting a previous misinterpretation.

4. 

   7 Apr 2023

   Killer Blues Lick From Prince

   Michael Palmisano analyzes Prince's acoustic guitar performance of "Cream," pinpointing a standout blues lick that offers valuable insight for guitarists.

5. 

   31 Mar 2023

   This Vibrato Technique Makes You Sound More Like SRV

   Guitar instructor demonstrates Stevie Ray Vaughan's downward vibrato technique, revealing nuances that enhance sound and emulate his iconic style in this lesson.

6. 

   24 Mar 2023

   SRV Never Played This Hendrix Embellishment In Little Wing

   The instructor reveals a specific Jimi Hendrix "Little Wing" embellishment that Stevie Ray Vaughan never played, expanding guitarists' understanding of Hendrix's unique techniques.

7. 

   20 Mar 2023

   You Don’t HAVE To Practice

   The host discusses how reframing guitar practice as an opportunity rather than an obligation can motivate exploration and lead to greater musical achievement.

8. 

   10 Mar 2023

   Learn Two “Texas Hustle” Rhythms

   Guitar instructor presents two free lessons from his "Texas Hustle Rhythms" course, teaching listeners simple rhythms that complement Johnny Winter's soloing style.

9. 

   24 Feb 2023

   Develop Your Bending Vibrato With This Simple Exercise

   The host shares a straightforward guitar exercise, derived from vocal training, that cultivates expressive vibrato while bending notes, enhancing guitarists' musicality.

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

47,048,106

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.7 / 5

71 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 34 / 100

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Quality

11

Social presence

0

YouTube

93

Engagement

51

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