The Elmore James

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Lefty

Apr 16th, 2025

In his song "Shake Your Money Maker," Elmore James plays a modified version of a blues shuffle. Instead of playing two-note chords, he splits the notes of the chords, playing them sequentially. This gives the song a very groovy sound. I'll show you how he did it in this lesson.

Key:	E
Tuning:	Standard
Topics:	Blues Rhythm
Difficulties:	Intermediate
Artist:	Elmore James
Songs:	Shake Your Money Maker

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