Learn to Play Kansas Carry on Wayward Son Guitar Lesson + Tutorial

Hey, what’s up, you guys? Marty here with a full guitar lesson on the Kansas classic "Carry On Wayward Son"—riffs, power chords, and all the signature licks packed into one epic tutorial!

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In this lesson, I’ll walk you through:
⦿ The iconic intro riff and chord shapes
⦿ Power chord progressions used throughout
⦿ The Stairway-style clean chorus parts
⦿ Minor pentatonic lead licks and transitions
⦿ How to use both acoustic and electric ideas in one arrangement

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0:00 - Intro & DistroKid Ad
2:46 - How to Play Carry On Wayward Son (Lesson Starts)
3:20 - Main Riff Breakdown (E & A String Licks)
4:50 - Hammer-On Lick & E Power Chord Section
5:56 - D-Shape Chord Riff and Slides
7:43 - Power Chords: A5, G5, F5
8:18 - Sensitive Acoustic Verse Section
9:40 - D Minor, C, Bb, and C Slide Chords
10:55 - Full Chorus Chord Progression
12:07 - Classic Rock Riff Breakdown
14:15 - Transition Lick to Main Riff
15:44 - Heavier Stairway-Inspired Chorus Variation
19:20 - Final Recap and Outro Power Chords
20:33 - Wrap-Up & Free Guitar Guide