Blues Guitar Trick: Rhythm Shuffle

This Classic E Blues Shuffle groove is great if you already learned Blues rhythm basics and are looking for something new to explore! :)

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Ready? Let's get stuck in today's Quick Tip.

You'll need to remember three chord shapes to play this E Blues Shuffle on the guitar! Here they are:

Throughout the shuffle, mute the thinnest two strings with finger 1. You should also mute the D string with either finger 2 or 3.

Note that only three strings should ring out: the low E string and the notes you play on the A and G strings.

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As for the rhythm, I won't write out the beats here; you should try to listen to the feel of the shuffle and replicate it. It'll sound awesome!

An up strum on the "and" after beat 4 sounds super hip, but don't forget your goal: have loads of fun with this Blues Shuffle. :)