Lap Steel Technique in Open D Self Accompaniment

Lap Steel Techniques In Open D Self Accompaniment Lesson materials: https://www.patreon.com/posts/1-20-25... T Shirts: https://mattbradfordmusic.printful.me Instruments: https://reverb.com/shop/matts-gear-de... Virtual Tip Jar: https://paypal.me/mattbradfordmusic In this lesson, we will explore fingerpicking techniques and how to accompany yourself in sparser arrangements. We will be combining rhythm, techniques, and lead techniques, outlining chords, and working with the metronome. https://www.patreon.com/posts/1-20-25... 0:00 Opening Jam 1:06 Introduction 2:54 Fingerpicking in Open D 13:05 Second Picking Pattern 15:50 Combining the Patterns 17:33 Playing in Blues and Minor 21:05 Self Accompaniment Exercise Gear used Guitar - Apocalypse Machine Compressor - Origin Effects Cali 76 Amp - Tungsten Amplification Mosaic Load Box - Two Notes Torpedo Captor X Matt Bradford's YouTube channel focuses on rock and blues lap steel guitar, with an emphasis on electric lap steel techniques. His content includes: 🎸 Lessons & Licks – Rock and blues-based lap steel riffs and solos. ⚡ Technique Tutorials – Picking, muting, and slide control for electric lap steel. 🎵 Song Breakdowns – How to play classic rock and blues songs on lap steel. 🎚️ Gear & Tone Tips – Amp settings, effects, and pedal recommendations. 🤘 Improvisation & Jamming – How to create solos and jam in a rock style. His channel is great if you want to explore rock and blues lap steel beyond the traditional country and Hawaiian sounds.