Blues / Swing

Chris Corcoran

Multiple UK Blues Award nominee and one of the UK's finest exponents of jump blues, swing, and early R&B guitar, leading the Chris Corcoran Trio for over 20 years.

Chromatic Blues Guitar Soloing
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Chromatic Blues Guitar Soloing

Chris Corcoran breaks down his unique chromatic system for creating free-flowing blues lines across the whole neck — inspired by players from Charlie Christian to Josh Smith. A system of endless melodic possibilities.

  • Complete chromatic system: A clear, teachable approach to chromaticism in the blues
  • Five-position approach: Unlock the fretboard from top to bottom
  • 6 full solos: Plus tons of musical licks to work directly into your playing
  • Real-world musical examples: Every step taught through music, not dry theory
  • Audio & video of every example: Hear exactly how each lick is articulated
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Chris Corcoran

Chris Corcoran is one of the UK's most celebrated guitarists in the jump blues and swing revival scene. Described by Blues in Britain magazine as an antidote to the blues/rock acts dominating the scene, Chris has spent over two decades performing across the British Isles and Europe with his trio and sextet. A multiple UK Blues Award nominee, Chris leads the Chris Corcoran Trio — featuring Matt Radford on double bass and Peter Greatorex on drums — performing repertoire rooted in the 40s and 50s, covering artists like T-Bone Walker and Bill Jennings. He has released three acclaimed albums: The Getaway (2010), Listen Up (2015), and Blues Guitar Grooves (2017). Chris is regularly featured in Guitarist Magazine and Guitar Techniques Magazine. He also runs guitar workshops and works as a registered composer for Felt Music in London.

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