Clapton's Extended G String Bend In "Crossroads"

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Lefty

May 22nd, 2025

In this lesson, we focus on Eric Clapton's unique timing in the song "Crossroads," particularly how he draws out the bends on the G string, skipping the B string, and jumping right to the E string before descending.

Key:	E
Tuning:	Standard
Topics:	Blues Licks
Difficulties:	Intermediate
Artist:	Clapton
Songs:	Crossroads
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