Eric Clapton
Main Band
The Yardbirds
Main Guitar
Blackie
#1 SONG
Tears in Heaven
THE SOLO
Layla
THE RIFF
Sunshine of Your Love
| Birth Name | Eric Patrick Clapton |
| Birth Place | Ripley, Surrey, England |
| Nationality | British |
| Age | 80 (Born March 30, 1945) |
| Years Playing | 67 (started playing 1958) |
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| Genres | Blues, Hard Rock, Rock |
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| Net Worth | US$ 450,000,000 |
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Eric Clapton Biography
Career Highlights
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame three times
Won 18 Grammy Awards
Releasing Unplugged Album in 1992
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Eric Clapton Techniques
Right Hand
Alternate PickingAlternate picking involves striking the string with both downstrokes and upstrokes in a continuous motion. It enhances speed and precision. Guitarists use this technique for rapid note sequences., FingerstyleFingerstyle involves plucking strings directly with fingers instead of a pick. It allows complex, polyphonic music. This technique is common in classical and folk guitar., Hybrid PickingHybrid picking combines a pick and fingers for plucking strings. It allows versatile and dynamic playing. Guitarists use it to mix picking and fingerstyle techniques., Piedmont BluesOther Techniques
ArpeggioAn arpeggio is playing the notes of a chord sequentially. It creates a broken chord sound. This technique is used in various musical genres., Lead GuitarLead guitar focuses on melody lines and solos. It often uses techniques like bends and vibrato. This role is prominent in rock and blues bands., Rhythm GuitarRhythm guitar focuses on chord progressions and rhythmic patterns. It provides harmonic support. This role is crucial in most band settings., SlideSlide guitar uses a slide to glide between notes, creating a smooth, continuous sound. It's common in blues music. This technique adds expressiveness., Whammy BarTechniques Breakdown
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Eric Clapton Gear
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Eric Clapton Videos
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While My Guitar Gently Weeps - Clapton & Paul McCartney
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Legendary 1968 Sunshine of Your Love Performance
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Clapton Dominating in 1965
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Clapton with Tracy Chapman
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Clapton, BB King, SRV = Must Watch
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Clapton, SRV, Buddy Guy, Jimmie Vaughan, Robert Cray = Pure GOLD
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Clapton Talks About One of His Biggest Influences
Eric Clapton Guitar Tabs
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