Alfred Publishing

Keith Wyatt has spent decades studying the styles of major rock and blues artists. A graduate of the Guitar Institute of Technology's first class, he went on to join the faculty, help develop the curriculum, and later serve as the GIT Director of Programs. Keith's years as a renowned educator have given him unique insight into the best ways of developing and teaching phrasing and style.

Rockin' the Blues teaches the development of blues style by guiding viewers through the phrasing and feel of traditional blues and its open relationship to rock. Keith covers shuffle rhythms, open string licks, call and response phrasing, target notes, intros, turnarounds and endings, plus many traditional blues phrases. Keith's inspirational playing and demonstrations help build a rock solid foundation for the blues.