New Orleans Blues: 8-Bar vs. 12-Bar Blues Finally Explained

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In this lesson we will explore the style, technique, and form of New Orleans Blues Piano.
Elsewhere in the world, the blues is generally heard in the 12 bar format. In New Orleans the blues is most often played in the 8 bar form.
12 Bar Blues vs 8 Bar Blues
Jon demonstrates the 12 bar blues and the 8 bar blues and we discuss the differences between these 2 formats.
The 12 bar blues is most commonly associated with the Chicago Blues. This style is often driven by electric guitars and played in the guitar keys.
The 8 bar blues is shorter and the way that the tensions and release work is subtly different to the 12 bar format. The 8 bar can be played with a funkier approach to the rhythm and more of a major feel to the melodies and harmonies.
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My favorite piano player and historian of New Orleans music just giving excellent piano lessons on youtube , am I dreaming? Such a blessing thank you Jon Cleary you are the best

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Just found this site.
Incredible teaching method.
I had a nasty old lady try to teach me for three months before I switched to guitar forty years ago.
I wish I had this in the 80's

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[@nusstu]

Very nice blues lesson. I'm only familiar with the 12 bar now I know the 8 bar

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I just discovered your videos, and I find them very interesting! Could you do blue bossa some time soon?

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Please don’t take offense but I am amazed you can play tenths so easily with your stubby fingers.

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Thankfully my hands trained to do something else, apparently helpful to do the 10th note

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