Norman Blake's Guitar Techniques 1

Legendary guitarist Norman Blake, joined by his relation Nancy Blake on second guitar, teaches flatpicking fundamentals for the player who wants to explore a variety of bluegrass and old-time country guitar techniques. Topics explored includes back-up technique, special tuning, use of the capo, and more. In addition, Blake goes over arrangements for six songs from his repertoire, including "Gray Coat Soldiers," "Whiskey Before Breakfast," and "The Wreck of the Old '97."