20 Great Blues Turnarounds

Unlock the Secrets of the Blues Turnaround!

This course dives deep into the heart of blues music: the iconic 12-bar format. Most blues songs are built around a repeating chord progression over 12 bars, creating a familiar and powerful structure. Understanding this foundation is key to mastering the genre.

We'll start with the fundamental 12-bar blues in the key of A, using the classic I, IV, and V chords in a simple 4/4 time signature. Here's the breakdown:

• Measures 1-4: I chord
• Measures 5-6: IV chord
• Measures 7-8: I chord
• Measure 9: V chord
• Measure 10: IV chord
• Measures 11-12: I chord

The crucial turnaround – the final two measures – is where the magic happens! This course will equip you with 20 fantastic blues turnaround licks you can use over bars 11 and 12. We'll cover these in the keys of E and A, expanding your guitar playing vocabulary and improvisational skills. Learn to confidently navigate the blues chord progression and add your own unique flair to your playing.