Explore the sound of legendary guitarist Robben Ford and discover how jazz influences the blues. You’ll look at ideas such as phrasing, improvisation, the use of extended chords in blues and tone, and learn how jazz, funk and rock can be brought into your own blues playing. This is an advanced session for guitarists looking to develop their musical vocabulary.

This event is part of Youth Arts Festival, a week-long series of free events running for 13-25 year olds across Hammersmith and Fulham. You must be aged 13-25 and live or learn in Hammersmith & Fulham to attend.

Explore the sound of legendary guitarist Robben Ford and discover how jazz influences the blues. You’ll look at ideas such as phrasing, improvisation, the use of extended chords in blues and tone, and learn how jazz, funk and rock can be brought into your own blues playing. This is an advanced session for guitarists looking to develop their musical vocabulary.

Vincenzo Lo Vasco is a professional guitarist and music educator with a strong background in blues, rock, funk, R&B and contemporary guitar playing. He holds a First Class BMus (Hons) in Popular Music Performance from ICMP, where he developed his knowledge of harmony, improvisation, phrasing and performance. Through this workshop, he explores the connection between blues, jazz, funk and rock, helping young guitarists expand their musical vocabulary and develop their understanding of Robben Ford’s distinctive style.

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