Débuter l'improvisation blues
Lesson time: (1min 53sec)
Sers-toi du blues à 12 mesures en F comme tremplin pour tes premières improvisations, en commençant par de simples triades sur les accords I, IV et V.
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This lesson is part of the course Rockschool Piano Grade 3
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Lesson transcript:
Introduction to Blues Improvisation
A great way to learn how to be a good improviser is to start by using the blues. The blues is an amazing chord sequence found in thousands of songs across various genres, including pop music, jazz, rock, and, of course, the blues itself.
The Format of the Blues
Chord Sequence
The blues follows a 12-bar chord sequence consisting of:
- Chord 1: F
- Chord 4: Bb
- Chord 5: C
Initially, we will focus on these three chords. As you gain more skill, we can start to incorporate more interesting chords. For now, we'll use triads, which may not sound that bluesy but will help you understand the harmony you're aiming for.
Progression Overview
Here's how the form of the blues is structured around these three chords:
- Start with F for four bars
- Move to the fourth chord (Bb)
- Return to F
- Go to the fifth chord (C)
- Move back to the fourth (Bb) and return to Chord 1 (F)
This sequence may not sound particularly "bluesy" or serve as a great improvisation template at first. However, as soon as you get these chord shapes under your fingers, you'll find that you can start to improvise with your right hand and develop interesting melodies over this form.
Using the Blues Scale
To enhance your improvisation, we will use the blues scale. This scale will provide you with the tools necessary to create engaging musical phrases, allowing you to truly embody the spirit of the blues while you play.
