Learn to play "Walking By Myself" by Gary Moore on the Guitar

In this lesson, we'll learn how to play "Walking By Myself" on the guitar. This classic tune is a great addition to any blues repertoire. It's based on the Gary Moore version, but we'll also touch on the original Jimmy Reed version. Whether you're a blues or rock fan, this song is worth learning.

The Rhythm and the Riffs

This song features one of the great guitar riffs of all time. It has a catchy rhythm that's an absolute joy to play. Understanding the beat division into triplets is crucial here, but if you find that too complicated, remember that learning it just by listening is perfectly fine. In fact, with blues and rock, learning by listening is often the best approach.

The rhythm guitar part is our main focus for this lesson, but the song also features a fantastic solo by Gary Moore that we might revisit. There's a lot to learn from that solo.

The A Section

The A section, essentially the chorus, starts with the iconic riff. It then transitions into the B section, which features a basic shuffle. This simple yet effective chord progression gives the song its distinctive bluesy feel.

The B Section

In the B section, we play with the basic shuffle, an essential element of blues music. This section also features a B power chord and a turnaround at the end, which adds a nice flavor to the song.

Variations and Embellishments

As we go along, we'll discuss some variations and embellishments you can add to make the song your own. Whether you add these or not is entirely up to you, but they can certainly add an extra touch of flair to your performance. These embellishments are particularly prominent in the Gary Moore arrangement of the song.

Conclusion

It's worth noting that Jimmy Rogers's original version of this song was played in A and had a different feel. However, in many blues jam sessions, people tend to base their performances on the Gary Moore version in the key of E. Whichever version you prefer, the important thing is to enjoy playing the song and making it your own.

Learning to play "Walking By Myself" is a great way to improve your blues guitar skills and a lot of fun. So grab your guitar, watch the video, and start playing today. You'll be amazed at what you can achieve with practice and passion. Happy playing!

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