In this lesson, I’m breaking down a classic Travis picking pattern that’s perfect for learning acoustic blues fingerstyle. We’ll start with the basic pattern and then take it a couple steps further—great for beginners who want to sound pro without getting overwhelmed.
Works over classic blues chords like E7, A7, and B7—and once you get the feel, you can mix and match pinch moves, hammer-ons, and simple variations for that vintage bluesy sound.
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0:00 – Intro
1:13 – Travis Picking Acoustic Blues Overview
3:15 – Basic Travis Picking Pattern
5:29 – Travis Picking on A7
6:24 – Travis Picking on B7
7:50 – Simple Blues Progression
8:06 – Adding a Pinch & Hammer
10:25 – Pattern on A7 (Advanced Feel)
11:25 – B7 Picking & Turnaround
12:16 – Outro + Free Guitar Guide