Old Delta Blues Guitar Backing Track Jam in E minor

AUsher Tracks

E Minor

Blues

Intermediate

Introduction

The 'Old Delta Blues' track offers a classic blues experience centered around E minor. Drawing from the rich tradition of blues, this track incorporates a variety of chord changes that give it a traditional, soulful essence, characteristic of the Delta region's iconic music. The blend of minor, dominant and major chords creates an expressive, emotional soundscape, perfect for improvisation.

The Key of E Minor

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Chord Recommendations

The following chords should align nicely with this jam track. Try layering them over, or picking the notes in the chords individually.

E minor

A 7

A major

E m7

C major

G major

D major

Scale Recommendations

Use these scale recommendations as you improvise and construct your solos. Click the buttons to show the scale on the fretboard.

E minor pentatonic: The E minor pentatonic scale is a staple in blues music, offering a classic and familiar sound palette. Learn more

Practice Tips

The track's open nature in E minor makes it an ideal platform for expressive guitar solos. By weaving between E minor pentatonic and incorporating bends, slides, and dynamic phrasing, you can capture the essence of Delta blues. Consider adding bluesy slides from G to G# or incorporating double stops to add texture to your solo.

Beginner guitarists can practice playing E minor pentatonic scale over the track, focusing on simple licks and bends that highlight the bluesy feel.
Intermediate players should experiment with mixing E Dorian or E blues scales to add variety and complexity to their improvisation.
Advanced guitarists can explore more sophisticated phrasing by blending different blues scales (like E minor blues and E major blues) and integrating chromatic passes to add tension and resolution.