The Blues Jam Session Guide for Beginners: Online Edition

Blues jam sessions are a great way to improve your blues playing, meet other musicians, and have some fun. But if you're a beginner, the thought of joining a jam session can be daunting. That's why we've put together this guide to help you get started.

The Blues Jam Session Guide for Beginners [Online Edition]: From buying your harmonica to joining a jam session

by Matt Syverson

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Finding a Jam Session

The first step is to find a blues jam session. You can do this by searching online, asking around at local music stores, or checking out the listings in your local newspaper. Once you've found a few jams, check out their websites or Facebook pages to get more information about the time, location, and format of the jam.

Choosing the Right Songs

When you're first starting out, it's best to choose songs that you're comfortable playing. This will help you to relax and focus on the jam. Some good beginner-friendly blues songs include:

• 12-Bar Blues
• Sweet Home Chicago
• Hoochie Coochie Man
• Crossroads
• Smokestack Lightning

Playing with Others

Once you've chosen a few songs, it's time to start playing with others. The best way to learn how to play in a jam session is to just do it. Don't be afraid to make mistakes, and don't be afraid to ask for help from the other musicians.

Here are a few tips for playing with others:

• Listen to the other musicians and try to play off of them.
• Don't be afraid to take solos, but make sure to give others a chance to solo as well.
• Be respectful of the other musicians and don't try to dominate the jam.
• Have fun! Jam sessions are a great way to meet other musicians and have some fun.

Online Jam Sessions

If you're not comfortable playing in a live jam session, there are also a number of online jam sessions that you can join. These jams are a great way to practice your blues playing and meet other musicians from all over the world.

Here are a few popular online jam sessions:

• Jamkazam
• Ninjam
• JamTab
• Blues Jam Central
• Justinguitar Blues Jam

Blues jam sessions are a great way to improve your blues playing, meet other musicians, and have some fun. If you're a beginner, don't be afraid to give it a try. Just follow the tips in this guide and you'll be jamming like a pro in no time.

The Blues Jam Session Guide for Beginners [Online Edition]: From buying your harmonica to joining a jam session

by Matt Syverson

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	34620 KB
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	294 pages

FREE