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Blues Piano for Beginners - A Course in Blues Piano & Improvisation

Learn to play piano by ear! This course helps you develop musicality and improvise without sheet music. Start playing freely today.

4.9(11)
1,232students
4h 11m
Certificate
Arthur Bird
Arthur BirdPiano Teacher & Session Player

Course Content

Blues Piano for Beginners - A Course in Blues Piano & Improvisation is an all-levels Skillshare course taught by Arthur Bird. It runs 4h 11m, is taught in English, and includes a certificate of completion. Learners rate it 4.9 out of 5 from 11 reviews, with 1,232 students enrolled. It is a paid course, first published February 2017.

Unlock Your Inner Blues Pianist: Learn to Improvise!

Ready to play the blues piano without sheet music? This comprehensive course is designed to take you from beginner to confident improviser. We'll guide you through achievable stages, building your skills step-by-step until you can create your own cool blues piano riffs on the spot!

What you'll learn:

  • Piano Fundamentals: Start with the basics – note names, proper fingering techniques, and essential chords.
  • Master the Blues Scale: Understand and effectively use the blues scale with targeted exercises to integrate it seamlessly into your playing.
  • Rhythm & Counting: Learn to count in musical terms and explore various rhythms to add depth and groove to your blues playing.
  • The 12-Bar Blues: A cornerstone of blues music! We'll progressively build your 12-Bar Blues proficiency, starting with a simple pattern and advancing to a sophisticated, impressive style.
  • Improvisation Techniques: Develop the freedom and style to improvise blues piano melodies with confidence.
  • Learn by Doing: The course incorporates a mix of songs and exercises to keep learning engaging and practical.

Interactive Learning Experience:

Our tutorials feature MIDI software displayed on the top half of the screen, clearly showing note names as the instructor plays. This visual aid makes learning piano easier and more intuitive.

Part 1 Highlights:

Part 1 covers the foundational elements of piano playing, the blues scale, and includes a lesson on the iconic song "Feelin' Good" (by artists like Nina Simone, Michael Bublé, and Muse).

Start your blues piano journey today and unleash your musical creativity!

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