In this first lesson we will learn the introduction to this classic Robert Johnson tune which set it up so nicely. Take your time and learn the chords and watch your tempo. I especially like the use of the walkdown in the song as it is used for the intro and the ending. Focus on your tempo and be mindful to brush the strings rather than picking them. I think you will find this tune a fun challenge to play and sing, despite its simplicity.
I hope that you enjoy it.
Corey
Topics and/or subjects covered in this lesson:
Delta Blues
Corey Harris
Robert Johnson
From Four Until Late
Loop 0:26 Run-Through of From Four Until
From four till late
I was wringing my hands and cryin'
From four till late
I was wringing my hands and cryin'
I believe to my soul that your daddy's Gulfport bound
From Memphis to Norfolk is a thirty-six hour ride
From Memphis to Norfolk is a thirty-six hour ride
A man's like a prisoner and he's never satisfied
A woman is like a dresser
Some man is always rambling through its drawers
A woman is like a dresser
Some man is always rambling through its drawers
It's 'cause so many men wear an apron overhaul
From four until late
She get with a no-good bunch and clown
From four until late
She get with a no-good bunch and clown
Now, she won't do nothin'
But tear a good man's reputation down
When I leave this town, I'm 'onna bid you fare, farewell
When I leave this town, I'm 'onna bid you fare, farewell
And when I return again
You'll have a great long story to tell
Loop 2:26 Robert Johnson's Breadth and Influences
Loop 3:20 Breakdown of Intro
Loop 7:25 Preview of Main Section Breakdown
Loop 8:47 Closing Thoughts
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top stuff Corey !!!!!
Thanks Tim. Robert Johnson was the master.