Blues
Blues is the perfect place to start learning to play jazz piano. You'll learn blues scales, shuffle patterns and all kinds of bluesy riffs and patterns.
Blues Content
51 Courses
294 Lessons
108 Smartsheets
Discover how Jonny transforms the lead sheet for George Gershwin's "Summertime" into a beginner piano score in just 3 simple steps.
Need help finding the right point-of-entry for studying the blues? This Blues Piano Masterclass shows you exactly which skills to prioritize.
This year-long practice plan features 12 sequential blues piano lessons for beginners...learn blues chords, scales, licks, soloing and more!
Discover how to invoke classic Oscar Peterson vibes with a tasty two-feel bass line on piano. Includes pro bass line tips for all levels!
Get your blues piano soloing chops in shape with Jonny's 10 top blues piano licks. This lesson is guaranteed to get you gig ready!
This course will help you master St. Louis Blues at the beginner level. We'll learn the right hand melody, left hand shells, and a few easy tricks to spice it up for a final arrangement.
This course will help you master Summertime at the beginner level. We'll learn the right hand melody, left hand shells, and a few easy tricks to spice it up for a final arrangement.
Looking to play blues piano chords with an authentic sound? This complete guide contains a roadmap for all levels—from beginner to pro!
In this course, we’ll learn how to play a traditional minor blues. We’ll master the chord progression, triads & 7th chords, shell voicings, an original melody, accompaniment patterns, and a variety of essential solo techniques.
In this lesson, piano students of any level will learn an essential blues piano lick. Students can also use this lesson to level-up their blues sound.
Learn how to play smooth blues piano licks using 3 essential Grips. You'll discover how to connect blues licks and riffs to improvise seamless blues lines.
Learn 2 essential blues scales for blues piano improv: Major Blues Scale and Minor Blues Scale. Learn an exercise and how to improvise a blues solo.
Learn 5 rhythm exercises for blues piano improv. We'll cover the blues scale, 12-bar blues form, & 1-measure & 2-measure "Rhythm Templates".
Learn to play 3 blues piano runs to take your blues improv to the next level. Runs include the Crunch Run, Turn-Run, & Gospel Slide Triplet Run.
Learn 3 exercises to master slow blues piano improv, inluding 8th note, triplet, and slide exercises over the minor blues walkdown progression.
One of the simplest approaches to beginner jazz piano improvisation. Using only 2 chords & 1 scale, you'll play 8th & triplets lines, turns, slides, & runs.
If you're a beginner, should you learn jazz or blues piano first? In this lesson, you'll see 10 reasons why it's a good idea to start with the blues!
Learn the most important fundamentals for the Key of Eb Major with the scale, diatonic chords, and common chord progressions. Then put it all together with a fun Boogie song.
Take the St Louis Blues Challenge, where we'll develop the lead sheet into a blues shuffle arrangement. Learn techniques like shuffle grooves, melodic embellishments, slides, & chord pops.
Learn the most important fundamentals for the Key of D Major with the scale, diatonic chords, and common chord progressions. Then put it all together with an upbeat Blues groove.
Learn the tools for how to create an awesome blues solo. Each week, discover new techniques like 8ths, Triplets, Lower/Upper Position, Harmonized Lines, Slides, Turns, & Rolls.
Join Us
Get instant access to this Blues content and other member features with a PWJ membership!
Guided Learning Tracks
View guided learning tracks for all music styles and skill levels
Progress Tracking
Complete lessons and courses as you track your learning progress
Downloadable Resources
Download Sheet Music and Backing Tracks
Community Forums
Engage with other PWJ members in our member-only community forums
Become a better piano player today. Try us out completely free for 14 days!