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.
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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.