Hey, James here!
The 12-bar blues is a fundamental structure used frequently in jam sessions with other musicians. Understanding different types of chord progressions is crucial, enabling you to seamlessly join in and play right away.
However, not all 12-bar blues chord progressions are identical. There are various standards that bass players need to know. Familiarizing yourself with these standards ensures that when you're playing with others in a band, you won't be left behind.
The term "12-bar blues" comes from its structure—surprise, surprise—it consists of 12 bars. In this post, we'll start by exploring these standard 12-bar blues chord progressions, helping you become a more versatile and confident bass player.
What's your favorite 12-bar blues progression? Let me know in the comments!
See you next week for more lessons!