Learn to Play Eric Clapton with LickLibrary

In the world of rock and blues, Eric Clapton stands as a towering figure, renowned for his masterful guitar technique and soulful songwriting. LickLibrary's "Learn to Play Eric Clapton" package offers you the unique opportunity to delve into the intricate details of Clapton's playing style, spanning the depth of his career with songs like "Cocaine," "White Room," "Sunshine of Your Love," "Layla," and "Bad Love."

Get ready to dive into this exciting series of lessons and learn some licks from one of the greatest blues guitarists of all time, taught by Jamie Humphries.

Cocaine

"Cocaine" is an iconic Clapton song, deeply rooted in the minor pentatonic scale, a staple of blues-rock guitar. In this lesson, you'll explore the song's unique syncopation, riffs, and the famous call-and-response structure that gives it its characteristic drive. Clapton's use of double stops to add depth to the main riff is also highlighted, adding a unique touch to this timeless classic.

White Room

"White Room," from the Cream era, features the Dorian mode, creating an exotic and rich musical landscape. The song's use of arpeggios and chromaticism offers a diverse palette for guitarists to explore and add to their repertoire. The lesson focuses on these techniques, along with the dynamic shifts between the rhythm and lead sections, featuring the wah-wah pedal – a key element of Clapton's tone in this song.

Sunshine of Your Love

"Sunshine of Your Love" is another Cream classic, centered around the D blues scale. The lesson delves into the foundational blues elements, such as string bending and the use of power chords in rock music. The highlight, of course, is the timeless riff that forms the backbone of the song, a motif that any rock guitarist must have in their toolset.

Layla

"Layla" is one of Clapton's most celebrated songs. It features two distinct sections: an energetic rock section with an unforgettable riff and a beautiful, melodic outro. This lesson examines both sections in detail. You'll learn about the mix of pentatonic and blues scales used in the iconic main riff and solo, the shift to the relative minor key in the piano coda, and the beautiful melody that Clapton plays over the chords in the coda, using slides and hammer-ons to give the melody its distinctive character.

Bad Love

"Bad Love" offers a deeper dive into Clapton's later style. The song explores the A Mixolydian mode, giving it a unique flavor that sets it apart from typical blues-rock tracks. The use of syncopated rhythms, barre chords, and signature Clapton licks will enhance your rhythmic sense and understanding of Clapton's style.

Lead Guitarist: Eric Clapton

Eric Clapton, a three-time inductee to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, has defined and redefined the blues and rock genres over his illustrious career. Known for his emotive playing style, Clapton's music integrates a blend of blues scales, melodic solos, and a raw, vocal-like vibrato that became his trademark. His contribution to these songs, as with many others in his discography, transcends technique, breathing life into every note and imbuing them with soulful expressiveness.

Conclusion

Through these lessons, LickLibrary offers not just the tools to understand and play these Eric Clapton songs but a comprehensive dive into the theory, technique, and emotion behind each song. The "Learn to Play Eric Clapton" package is a journey into the heart of blues and rock guitar, offering a unique learning experience for any guitarist, whether you're just starting out or looking to deepen your understanding of these timeless genres.

Techniques Used in These Lessons

These lessons cover a wide range of guitar techniques that define Clapton's playing style. Here are some you will encounter:

• Vibrato
• Double Stops
• Arpeggios
• String Bending
• Power Chords
• Slides
• Hammer-Ons
• Syncopated Rhythms
• Barre Chords