In this lesson we explore further chord substitutions and reharmonisation for the second half of the 8 bar blues form.

We explore the different levels of funk that we can apply to the 8 bar and show the contrast between very straight, and very syncopated.

In this lesson Jon expands on the basics of the 8 bar blues and shows a range of chord substitutions for the first 4 bars of the form.

In this lesson Jon gives us an introduction to the 8 bar blues, including the form, left and right hand patterns, and the feel.

In this lesson Jon breaks down the chord sequence for the tune “Port Street Blues” and discusses the reharmonisations and modulations.

In this lesson we explore the A Section of the tune “But Beautiful” as arranged by Beegie Adair in her solo piano recording of the tune.

Jovino breaks down a number of tips and principles for playing solo piano. Jovino shares theory explanation and solo piano demonstrations.

In this lesson Jon summarises all of the elements he has covered in the previous lessons and incorporates them into a fully fleshed out 12 bar blues.

In this lesson Jon explores on the turnaround chord progression found at the end of the blues form and shows us ways to expand and embellish it.