Slow Blues 1

Learn the art of slow, soulful blues piano in this step-by-step course. You’ll explore rich accompaniment styles, expressive blues licks, and improvisation techniques to make your playing sound more authentic and emotional. Using songs like Stormy Monday and Frank’s Blues as examples, this course will help you develop a deep, gospel-influenced blues sound.

The lessons cover essential blues scales, chord voicings, and rhythmic variations, along with techniques for crafting powerful basslines and melodic improvisation. You'll also learn how to build full slow blues arrangements, integrating classic blues progressions with modern embellishments.

Perfect for intermediate players, this course will help you take your slow blues playing to the next level, whether you're accompanying yourself or improvising soulful solos.

How to Play Slow, Soulful Blues on the Piano

Slow blues piano is all about feel, space, and expression. Unlike fast boogie-woogie styles, slow blues focuses on rich harmonies, dynamic phrasing, and subtle rhythmic variations that bring emotion to your playing.

This course teaches you how to create authentic blues accompaniments, using deep basslines and gospel-inspired chord voicings. You'll also learn how to improvise blues solos, moving beyond the basic blues scale by incorporating 16th-note triplets, chord tones, and jazz-influenced phrasing.

By studying songs like Stormy Monday and Frank’s Blues, you’ll develop the skills to play slow blues with confidence. Whether you’re performing solo or jamming with others, these techniques will add depth and authenticity to your blues playing.

Is this course suitable for beginners?
This course is best for intermediate players with some experience in blues or jazz piano.

Will I learn full arrangements?
Yes! The lessons teach full arrangements of Stormy Monday and Frank’s Blues, including basslines, chords, and improvisation ideas.

Do I need to know how to improvise?
No prior improvisation experience is required! The course provides step-by-step guidance on how to create slow blues solos.

Can I use these techniques for other blues songs?
Absolutely! The skills learned in this course can be applied to many other slow blues and gospel-influenced songs.