Welcome to the Blues and Rock Guitar Journey

Hi, I'm Stuart Ryan, a guitarist and composer from the UK. I'm here to guide you through pieces in the blues and rock genres, from debut level up to grade eight.

About Me

• I've been playing guitar for nearly 30 years.
• For the last 15 years, I have worked as a professional guitarist.
• My experience includes:
  • Studio musician
  • Concert guitarist
  • Composer

Writing Contributions

For about 15 years, I have been writing acoustic guitar columns for various magazines, including:

• Guitar Techniques
• Guitarist
• Acoustic Magazine
• Acoustic Guitar (Germany)

I have also contributed to numerous other publications worldwide.

Composition and Clinics

As a composer for television:

• I write music for various programs and music libraries.

I am also active as a clinician for the Takamine Guitar Company, traveling to:

• Play their guitars
• Hold performance clinics when not on the road or in the studio

Teaching Passion

I teach at the Bristol Institute of Modern Music (BIM), which is a passion of mine that I've pursued for a long time.

Rock School Legacy

Importantly, I recorded many of the guitar parts on the original Rock School syllabus years ago. It's a pleasure to reconnect with these pieces and break down the guitar parts for you, helping you understand how they work in detail.

What We'll Cover

In this lesson series, we'll explore:

• Important stylistic elements
• Techniques for using the picking and fretting hands
• Deep dives into improvisation
• Approaches to solos
• Scales and techniques to prepare you for exams

So, get your guitar, get tuned up, and let's have some fun with these pieces!