{"title":"Blues Licks","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese classes break down some killer blues licks. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"james-cotton-slow-blues-calss","title":"James Cotton slow blues","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn this class we examine an amazing clip of James Cotton playing a slow blues. We break down the ideas, techniques and more in this class!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harmonica123","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58392199856209,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0182\/9457\/files\/cottonslowblues.jpg?v=1763566300"},{"product_id":"developing-new-licks-in-2nd-position","title":"Developing new licks in 2nd position","description":"\u003cp\u003eLearn how to find some fresh licks and build ideas in 2nd position, the most common blues harmonica approach. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harmonica123","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58392202641489,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0182\/9457\/files\/HohnerRocketAmp.jpg?v=1763494293"},{"product_id":"classic-little-walter-licks","title":"Classic Little Walter Licks","description":"\u003cp\u003eWant to learn some of the most iconic licks from Little Walter? Check out this class which covers a handful of ideas form various songs such as: Juke, My Babe, Last Night, Blues with a Feeling and Sad Hours. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harmonica123","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58392244650065,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0182\/9457\/files\/LittleWalter2.jpg?v=1763485435"},{"product_id":"sonny-boy-williamson-ii-classic-licks","title":"Sonny Boy Williamson II classic licks","description":"\u003cp\u003eLearn some killler S.B. II classic licks in this class. Ideas come from: \"Born Blind\", \"Ninety Nine\", \"Help Me\" , \"Don't Start Me Talkin\", \"Trust My Baby\", Keep it To Yourself\" and others. Harmonica keys; Bb, C, G  and D\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harmonica123","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58392290885713,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0182\/9457\/files\/Sonny-Boy-II.jpg?v=1763486622"},{"product_id":"bluesier-blues-licks","title":"Bluesier blues licks","description":"\u003cp\u003eLearn how to turn your ideas into bluesier licks with Ronnie's help. In this class, you'll find several warm up exercises; as well as licks that we build out together that sound ultra bluesy!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harmonica123","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58392563482705,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0182\/9457\/files\/106.jpg?v=1763566155"},{"product_id":"gary-primich-riffs","title":"Gary Primich Riffs","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor this class you'll need a G, Bb and C harmonicas. In this class, you'll learn licks that come from a handful of Gary's songs: Doghouse, I know it's Wrong, My Nextdoor neighbor, What's it Gonna Be, Ain't You Trouble,  and Knock Me a Kiss. It's a great combo of songs to learn from. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harmonica123","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58392568823889,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0182\/9457\/files\/731bffc1f1793248a3f4d969017a297d.jpg?v=1763566131"},{"product_id":"bend-heavy-blues-licks","title":"Bend-heavy blues licks","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrab your C and A harmonicas. In this class, we focus on 2nd position licks that include plenty of bending. This is what gives your licks that ultra-bluesy sound. You'll learn how to incorporate those bends into your licks through a bunch of fresh licks that Ronnie covers in class. You'll even get bonus practice exercises. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harmonica123","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58398894358609,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0182\/9457\/files\/SHELLIST002.jpg?v=1763653298"},{"product_id":"vibrato-heavy-blues-licks","title":"Vibrato heavy blues licks","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrab your G, A, and C harmonicas. In this class, Ronnie discusses the technique itself and breaks down his approach to playing vibratos. From there you'll get a break down of practice strategies and understand how and when to apply the vibrato. Lastly, you'll learn a total of 18 licks in both 2nd and 3rd position that incorporate vibratos. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harmonica123","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58398910120017,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0182\/9457\/files\/hqdefault-2460812543.jpg?v=1763654024"},{"product_id":"turnarounds-5-chord-ideas","title":"Turnarounds \u0026 5 chord ideas","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGrab your A, Bb, C, D harmonicas. In this class, you'll learn all about approaches to playing bars 9 (V chord) - 12. This is the most interesting part of the 12 bar blues structure and the best opportunity to mix it up. Most players end up playing the same old ideas. Ronnie defines the turnaround, discusses approaches and strategies, and we listen to and break down several examples from well known songs from Kim Wilson, James Cotton, Charlie Musselwhite, Little Walter, and Gary Primich. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harmonica123","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58398921687121,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0182\/9457\/files\/f98AAYrDjdvss60GoKKtWV9ww.jpg?v=1763654464"},{"product_id":"william-clarke-licks","title":"William Clarke licks","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrab your G, A, Bb, C, D harmonicas. Let's explore some killer William Clarke licks. In this class, Ronnie covers several of his licks, and ideas from Blowin' Like Hell \u0026amp; Serious Intentions albums. Songs like: Great Gravy, Pawnshop Bound, Chasin the Gator, Must Be Jelly, and Blowin' Like Hell are all represented with some ideas from each one. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*product image art credit: art by Avery\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harmonica123","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58398945902673,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0182\/9457\/files\/W.Clarke.jpg?v=1763655389"},{"product_id":"slide-guitar-licks","title":"Slide guitar licks","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHarmonica keys: G, A, Bb, C, D and Eb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn this class, you will learn some killer slide guitar licks on your harmonica. Covered in class are ideas from Muddy Waters-Long Distance Call, Can't Be Satisfied, Rollin' \u0026amp; Tumblin', and Honey Bee. We also get into some Elmor James ideas from Dust My Broom, Robert Johnson, R.L. Burnside and Duane Allman. The ideas are perfectly transferable to harmonica and sound great for getting that ultra bluesy sound!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harmonica123","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58398970347601,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0182\/9457\/files\/hoqrpLTQafoOSMUsE7zp0ep0VA2J36PlHIiC43mv.jpg?v=1763664093"},{"product_id":"bluesy-triplet-licks","title":"Bluesy triplet licks","description":"\u003cp\u003eHarmonicas: C, A.  In this class, you'll learn all about triplets! First, you will learn what a triplet is and what it sounds like. From there, we jump into a warm up section of simple triplets. The remainder of class focuses on 2nd position, 3rd position and 1st position triplets. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harmonica123","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58399222169681,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0182\/9457\/files\/il_fullxfull.4112137659_7hju-2396703322.jpg?v=1763727197"},{"product_id":"looping-blues-licks","title":"Looping blues licks","description":"\u003cp\u003eHarmonicas: C, A.  Learn all about various looping licks that can help you create explosive solos! Repetition is your friend when it comes to blues improv. These looping licks also help you build stronger muscle memory as you repeat the ideas in a looping fashion. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harmonica123","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58399547097169,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0182\/9457\/files\/rEZNQAN5W1EMb9UprgMGbCCQuokezO4eUGzYfI4K.png?v=1763666955"},{"product_id":"harp-attack","title":"Harp Attack","description":"\u003cp\u003eHarmonicas: C, G (one tiny piece with E harmonica). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love Chicago blues, then you should know the CD \"Harp Attack\" with James Cotton, Junior Wells, Carey Bell and Billy Branch. This is one of the most iconic blues harmonica releases. I wore this CD out back in the day! It's so good. I cover various songs from the CD such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDown Home Blues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroke \u0026amp; Hungry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep your Hands Out of My Pocket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHit Man, New Kid on the Block  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWho Told You\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Harmonica123","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58402202779729,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0182\/9457\/files\/4790.jpg?v=1763756589"},{"product_id":"3rd-position-blues-licks","title":"3rd position blues licks","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoin Ronnie Shellist as he takes you through some great 3rd position blues licks which also help you focus on speed and fluidity. You'll not only learn some great bluesy ideas in 3rd position, but also get into microtonal bending. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harmonica123","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59059965821009,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0182\/9457\/files\/Screenshot2026-06-02at7.49.01AM.png?v=1784600861"},{"product_id":"iv-v-chord-licks","title":"IV \u0026 V chord licks","description":"\u003cp\u003eLearn about licks that work well over the IV \u0026amp; V chords in a 12 bar blues. These chords often confuse players. Ronnie helps you learn several fun licks and understand the root notes and how to leverage those as well. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harmonica123","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59062504390737,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0182\/9457\/files\/12-Bar-Blues-Formula-graphic-3843328825.gif?v=1784739995"},{"product_id":"octave-heavy-blues-licks","title":"Octave Heavy Blues Licks","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor this class, you'll need your A, Bb and C harmonicas. We dive deep into the octave technique, how to practice it and integrate the technique into your blues harp language. From here, Ronnie covers 14 blues licks with octaves integrated, including 2nd, 3rd and 1st position blues licks. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harmonica123","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59065358581841,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0182\/9457\/files\/Ronnie-offers-harp-300x300.jpg?v=1784740300"},{"product_id":"ronnies-riffs","title":"Ronnie's Riffs","description":"\u003cp\u003eC, A harmonicas. In this class, Ronnie takes a few student submissions and breaks down those ideas to kick things off. From there, Ronnie develops 19 of his own licks in class, and writes them out so you have the tablature to work on. Notes included. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe mostly focus on 2nd position in this class. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harmonica123","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59065426313297,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0182\/9457\/files\/Ronnie-black-n-white.jpg?v=1784740165"},{"product_id":"alchemy-of-blues-licks","title":"Alchemy of blues licks","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaturday March 28th-everything will be recorded\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9am Pacific\/11am Central\/12pm Eastern\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eC \u0026amp; A Harmonicas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin Ronnie Shellist for a great class where we will be dissecting a few blues licks from various angles to show you how to work on rephrasing a single idea multiple ways. This approach is much more conducive to emotional and communicative improvisation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn class we will work on 6 approaches to changing up a single idea. We'll mix up a bit of 2nd position; as well as some 3rd position ideas. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy and how is this possible? Simply put, this type of practice and approach forces you play from the heart and focus on creativity of one single idea versus chasing after a new one. You'll be a  more focused player, and learn how you can practice this with any blues lick you want to use. Once you've learned the method, you'll will have multiple ways to express a single musical idea. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harmonica123","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59228087812177,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0182\/9457\/files\/unnamed-4.jpg?v=1774291844"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0182\/9457\/collections\/Ronnie_blue.jpg?v=1763497055","url":"https:\/\/harmonica123store.myshopify.com\/collections\/blues-licks.oembed","provider":"Harmonica123","version":"1.0","type":"link"}