Slow Ride Blues Guitar Backing Track in C Major (C7)
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C Major
Blues
Complex
Introduction
This jam track in the key of C major (featuring the C7 chord) offers a smooth, bluesy backdrop perfect for guitarists to practice their improvisational skills. It incorporates classic blues chord progressions and minor 7th variations, making it an ideal platform for exploring soulful bends and dynamic phrasing.
The Key of C Major
C
D
E
F
G
A
B
Chord Recommendations
The following chords should align nicely with this jam track. Try layering them over, or picking the notes in the chords individually.
Scale Recommendations
Use these scale recommendations as you improvise and construct your solos. Click the buttons to show the scale on the fretboard.
C major pentatonic: The C major pentatonic scale offers a simple and effective way to navigate the key of C without hitting any dissonant notes.
Practice Tips
Embrace the bluesy feel by focusing on expressive bends and slides on the guitar. Pay special attention to the C7 and G7 chords, as they provide key tension points in the progression. Use dynamics to add emotion, alternating between soft, gentle notes, and more aggressive, biting licks when the music calls for it.
- Beginner: Practice the C major pentatonic scale over the chord changes to build confidence in navigating the fretboard.
- Intermediate: Experiment with the C blues scale, adding in the signature flatted third and flatted fifth to bring out the blues feel.
- Advanced: Dive into chord tone targeting, emphasizing the unique notes in each chord, especially the C7, G7, and Eb6 chords, to add sophistication and depth to your solos.