Blues Lessons On-Line from Tonart

This page is for all of you blues enthusiasts out there. Whether or not you are a big blues fan, blues is a fabulous way to learn how to improvise, no matter what type of music you play. The beauty of blues is in it's simplicity. As you shall see in the coming months, it's simplicity isn't nearly as "simple" as it first seems. Do you have any questions about the blues? Email me.

Lessons:

1. Using Chords and the 12-Bar Blues Form
   A primer for developing an understanding of the blues the most common blues form. This covers several keys and includes the chords and examples.
2. Soloing over the 12-Bar Blues Form Using the Minor Pentatonic Scale Learn the most common pentatonic pattern and how to use it over the 12-bar form.

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