12 Bar Blues Piano for Beginners - SING & PLAY

Learn how to sing & play the 12 bar blues for beginners on Piano with Jason Zac over our 3-part tutorial series.
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Part A - • 12 Bar Blues Piano for...
Understanding the 12 bar blues chord progression and song form (phrase structure) with singing and piano accompaniment. We break down the chords, their shapes and develop a simple but effective rhythm pattern to accompany our vocals with a Blues classic, “I’m Tore Down”
Part B: • The BEST Blues Piano P...
Develop a solid Blues foundation by learning a Left hand and Right-hand chord pattern used in almost every single Blues Rock hit. Also, understand swing and develop a solid method to counting blues rhythms
Part C: • How to CREATE a Blues ...
Learn how to form the Blues scales from their respective pentatonic scales (Major & Minor) and then learn how to create a melodic and lyrical Piano solo over the 12 bar blues form
00:00 - Blues Performance
01:01 - Topics covered in the Blues series
02:33 - The 3 chords used for the Blues
03:19 - Chord shapes & inversions
04:51 - 12 Bar Blues Chord Progression on Piano
10:05 - Phrase Structure A-A’-B
11:31 - Let’s sing “I’m Tore Down”
13:47 - Conclusion and Part 2 prelude
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[@nathanielschool]

📚🎼 Download Staff Notation & my handwritten notes for this lesson and many more: www.patreon.com/jasonzac

[@motif123456]

Mr jason zach is an walking ,living keyboard encyclopedia

[@robertlindseybham]

I think you are a good teacher, and a good singer.

[@nathanielschool]

Thank you so much, Robert!😊

[@leehutton1967]

I haven't had such fun for ages! Thanks Jason! Love it! I'm so sick of being stuck to only reading music to play. I'm trying to be more creative with my music. This is perfect. Thanks!

[@nathanielschool]

Awesome Lee! Thanks a ton!

[@charles-cf1wt]

Your vocals are on point Really impressive Flawless performance

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks a lot Charles!

[@coloaten6682]

The basics covered in a straightforward way. Just what I needed. Thanks Jason. Off to watch parts 2 & 3 now! :)

[@nathanielschool]

You're welcome! I'm glad it was helpful!

[@gabiastv7874]

I love it sir. Thanks a million times. From Nigeria.

[@nathanielschool]

You are very welcome Gabias 🙏🏼

[@sachinshinde7429]

Very nicely explained, Your teaching & note charts really makes us easy way to understand the lesson. Thanks a lot

[@nathanielschool]

Glad to hear that Sachin! Will continue to use this format and aim to improve the same!

[@rudrakshkumar13]

@@nathanielschool Hi Jason have heard about Paddy

[@fountain3893]

You are great singer!!! How can someone who can perfect the sound of a piano note before playing not a great singer. Hahaha. You can musically sing any song!

[@DonniDeVille]

Agreed! Jason's singing and humming also while talking singing about the notes is lovely to listen to.

[@DDmusic-இசையோடுபேசலாம்]

Thank you master Your Gods gift for music learner's

[@rockaruna]

You are a great teacher! Suits my learning style. As a 66 year old beginner with a love of blues and boogie woogie I was looking for someone I could learn from. Thank you so much! ❤

[@nathanielschool]

Most welcome Aruna ❤️

[@wayne611]

I’m 69 I think he’s great, the best I’ve seen. I've played piano since I was 4 so I've seen a few.

[@ronnyd011]

Well done, Jason! Thanks!

[@beeshwax]

When you started singing I was DIGGIN IT. And then you say you’re not the best singer. Sir… that’s all in your head. I would listen to you sing and play jazz any day of the week 💪🏼 Fantastic tutorial!

[@nathanielschool]

You are too kind! I'm glad you enjoyed the lesson!😊 Thanks so much for tuning in to the video and our channel😃🎵

[@denisegardinermusic8441]

Thank you Jason! I struggled with playing the Blues until this. You are an amazing teacher!

[@nathanielschool]

I am really that the video was helpful!😇

[@lindzimcolzwane6761]

This Is Awesome. Thank You So Much Mr Jason.

[@nathanielschool]

Glad you enjoyed it Lindzim 😊

[@wmf_0779]

Thank you Jason for the tutorial 😊. A simple but very enjoyable one 👍👍

[@nathanielschool]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@gitsurfer27]

You're such a great teacher! I just started taking the piano seriously, composing my own pieces inside fl studio, and your lessons have been invaluable towards learning proper technique and voicings. Thank you so much for your efforts, you make it very easy to watch!

[@nathanielschool]

Great to hear! Thanks a ton for being part of our channel!

[@KPKomal]

What a great tutorial..simple and easy for new learners!!!

[@nathanielschool]

Glad it was helpful Komal :)

[@grupposis7350]

thank you so much , i feel pleasure to see your video , you are the best !!!!

[@nathanielschool]

So nice of you! More Blues: kzbin.info/aero/PLrNNL05e9FT-Yc12B5id1BGhfj9VokNp5

[@StanleySamuelMusicArtPurpose]

Just joined your Channel. Love your talent. Very useful on my learning journey. Tks Stanley

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks and welcome aboard Stanley!

[@jeffjohnson7381]

Love ❤the Blues and would like to see some lessons on beginning slow blues with one chord in the left hand and right hand licks and improvisation 🎹thanks Grant 😊

[@nathanielschool]

Thank you for you suggestion will work something around it soon. Thanks for visiting our channel..😃

[@BabaDXBro]

Outstanding

[@chuckjohnson6955]

You really make it plain & simple! My man!

[@nathanielschool]

I appreciate that Chuck!

[@peternazareth3352]

Thanks a ton for teaching piano. God bless you.

[@nathanielschool]

My pleasure Peter!

[@MichaelSzatmary]

dont be modest, you are hell of good singer.

[@nathanielschool]

Haha! Thanks Michael! Need to work more on this!

[@aristevons6389]

Sounds good on the sax as-well!!😃

[@nathanielschool]

Awesome to know Ari!

[@kimhenybox]

Thanks a lot, love it immensely, can´t wait for part 2:))))))))

[@nathanielschool]

And here it is: kzbin.info/aero/PLrNNL05e9FT-Yc12B5id1BGhfj9VokNp5

[@vincemorgan6781]

Fantastic lesson and great vocals!

[@aristevons6389]

You are awesome!!! This is soo good for me!!😀

[@nathanielschool]

I'm so glad!

[@mariagheorghe7139]

Oh Wow, I feel that you are so passionate about blues! Keep up the good work!

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks Maria! Got to love the Blues!

[@tinmya1]

Thank you so much, Jason! Another amazing lesson! This has been the most easily accessible blues lesson for my skill level that I have come across - better than US annual subscription-based online lessons that are supposed to focus on jazz and blues classes. Love how you break everything down for students to understand and be able to learn, practice, play, AND SING on their own. I love that you encourage us to sing as well! You are such a treasure of a teacher! So thankful to have access to your classes online.

[@nathanielschool]

Thank you Simon! Glad it was helpful!

[@salvatorebriscuso5205]

bravissimo ottima spiegazione grazie

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much for your kind words Salvatore 🙏🏼

[@krishnaganthm4452]

I am eagerly waiting for second part sir.I am interested in jass music sir blues will be useful for that .Tq so much sir ❤️

[@nathanielschool]

Part 2 and Part 3 can be found here Krishna: kzbin.info/aero/PLrNNL05e9FT-Yc12B5id1BGhfj9VokNp5

[@robarkskillie960]

I like this guy

[@LorettaHallahanDoherty]

3:48 Chord Notes 11:51 Chords with song Thank you very much ! Much appreciated!

[@nathanielschool]

Most welcome Josephine!

[@preethidesilva2254]

Very useful as usual. Thanks a lot.

[@nathanielschool]

Glad to hear that Preethi! Do watch the other Blues lessons in the series too!

[@tristesam4080]

Trop fort Jason bravoooo !!

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks a ton Jean!

[@DonniDeVille]

Jason, I LOVE the way you hum or sing as you play! I learnt guitar by singing over the chords when I taught myself. I agree with you, it is so important to sing or hum as you play. It also helps with learning the rhythms. My father used to play boogie-woogie and I grew up with it. I tried for years to learn but got too muddled up. Your lessons have helped me be successful already!! THANK YOU so much! ason, Can you PLEASE do a full backing track with the way you are teaching us, so we can accompany you all the way through Tore Down. THANKS!

[@nathanielschool]

Sure Donni. Sounds like a plan. A lot of people on the channel are requesting for more accompaniment lessons. Will plan!

[@eustonbcu]

Fantastic teaching

[@nathanielschool]

Thank you!

[@mayur31592]

Learning so many things from you❤️🙏 thank you

[@nathanielschool]

I'm so glad Mayur!

[@TheFairway8]

That was excellent I’m a proficient guitarist so understand 12 bar blues structure well that was a very concise explanation. Almost. As long as I can remember I’ve wanted to play piano I suppose I gravitated to guitar because that was more readily available. However I’m finally going to get a basic piano keyboard and really start to learn to play piano. What could be better than learning the blues as a foundation instantly being able to play tunes very good lesson my friend

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks a ton!

[@musicbeats2792]

super sir your playing is wonderful

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much 🙏🏼

[@lizfielder5695]

Learn a new song and howto.play it great Jason

[@nathanielschool]

Awesome Liz!

[@gabri3ltz]

Thank you! 🎶🎹👍

[@suswaradeepika6965]

Good brother God bless you wonder wonder and wonder my dear brother very happy about your explanation

[@nathanielschool]

It's my pleasure Suswara!

[@BoSong]

this is awesome!

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks a ton Bo! Happy jamming on the Blues! Part 2 and Part 3 can be found here: kzbin.info/aero/PLrNNL05e9FT-Yc12B5id1BGhfj9VokNp5

[@goutammitra4468]

Jason You're a great tutor whom I regard you one of the best. Goutam Mitra

[@nathanielschool]

Many many thanks

[@goutammitra4468]

Take my heartiest regards Jason Sir.

[@jesustephen7895]

Thanks a lot bro. May God bless u

[@nathanielschool]

Always welcome

[@lornacamarines921]

Thank you sir

[@nathanielschool]

Welcome Lorna 🙏🏼

[@Orionsbelt31]

Wow...thank you again. Being new I'm going to a few channels but you really do a great job. This is a bit advanced for me - but doable - BUT I finally get what's meant by 12 bar blues, and that took what...14 min. And your voice is perfectly fine!

[@nathanielschool]

Glad it was helpful! Go for it :)

[@Orionsbelt31]

@@nathanielschool Ok...just so you know progress is made [slowly] but getting this after a hiatus and focusing on some left/right separation. On that...your left is doing something different each time. Sometimes hitting both key or sometimes sustaining one or hitting the send key on 2nd or 3rd beat. Am I seeing that right?

[@economicsmurali6557]

Great explanation sir🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@nathanielschool]

It's my pleasure Murali! If you have any more questions, feel free to ask.

[@jimscott7983]

I like how you sneak in the g in the left hand in the beginning when you are showing the chords

[@nathanielschool]

😎

[@matawie]

Thanks again

[@nathanielschool]

Most welcome Oendra!

[@apparameswaran1792]

Thank you sir good teaching eswar tir

[@nathanielschool]

So nice of you

[@chrismiller8421]

This is tremendously difficult, just learning the piano and this ain’t easy… but he’s a good teacher

[@prasadsanthosh1558]

You are a great singer sir

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks a ton Prasad! Need to work on the skill!

[@MrAnurajCJ]

Thanks a lot ❤️👍

[@nathanielschool]

Always welcome Anuraj!

[@krakendude7684]

This is Nathaniel's theory teacher. I'm in the classes

[@subinanto6195]

Thank you

[@nathanielschool]

You're welcome Subin! Do watch the Blues series: kzbin.info/aero/PLrNNL05e9FT-Yc12B5id1BGhfj9VokNp5

[@kilokalas2773]

I love your historical knowledge as well. I took music history an elective and yes Blues is the grandfather of all genres in America. My favorite singer is Sam Cooke. I love how u break down the lesson , keep it up.

[@DonniDeVille]

It is due to Jason 'feeling' the blues that he can teach us so well! And his singing is so lovely to listen to! Maybe he'll do some Sam Cooke for us later? Worth asking him!

[@kilokalas2773]

@DonniDeVille Absolutely will be delighted if he can play some Sam Cooke songs along his teachings.

[@DonniDeVille]

@@kilokalas2773 Hello Kilo! I love Sam Cooke also, but he is more soul than blues. See how well those genres go together? I feel once you learn these blues lessons, you will be able to play Sam Cooke's songs yourself! When you've got some of these lessons down, to a basic standard and you are able to play the bass line along with a bit of melody, try and play along to Sam Cooke! play the simple bass notes you need and pick out the tune, even with just a few notes to begin with. (changing the chords at the right time). If you need the chords, find them online or let me know and I can send them to you. And don't forget to sing or hum as you play the chords! I can play Sam Cooke on guitar, and the chords are so simple, just like most of the soul and blues songs It's the feeling we need when we play or sing. I would suggest keep trying and practising! Jason is a terrific teacher and singer.

[@kilokalas2773]

@DonniDeVille thanks he was king of soul music 😄 Okay I am gonna learn Blues this year and transfer that to soul. Thanks 😊

[@nathanielschool]

Awesome Kilo! Thanks for watching! Let me work on Sam Cooke 😀

[@rolfr6662]

Nice falsettos Jason😁

[@nathanielschool]

Awesome! Thanks!

[@MaMa-eu4vh]

You r really wonderful

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much!

[@fretbuzz4983]

That is so cool. im just learning. when you are playing with 2 fingers on your left hand are hitting extra bass note how is that getting in there. it sounds so awesome.

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much!

[@bharatgavit9287]

Hell sir you r great teacher

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much Bharat 🤘🏽

[@alwayzblues]

Dig it!

[@nathanielschool]

🤘🏽

[@curtpiazza1688]

👍...Thanx!

[@nathanielschool]

Welcome!

[@matthewdierlam1149]

Get Crackin Baby!

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks for watching Matthew. Hope you've checked out the follow up lessons as well: kzbin.info/aero/PLrNNL05e9FT-Yc12B5id1BGhfj9VokNp5

[@princekasunka461]

Hey man I'm new to blues and I enjoy your tutorial! I want to be able to create my own blues music. KINDLY that I am asking, can you do a tutorial for beginners maybe in series step by step explaining the principals of Blues including theory??? Because I just do not want to learn how to play a song but give me tools that helps me compose my own music.

[@nathanielschool]

Will plan this!

[@DonniDeVille]

Prince Kasunka, all that Jason is teaching with the initial steps are so necessary to learn, and you will be able to feel the blues enough to write your own songs, with just this knowledge. From there you can advance with the deeper theory if that's what you want, but playing by ear, and practising will help you improve enough to write blues songs. The best bluesmen played by ear, as it's all down to 'feel,' especially for the blues.

[@mutendemusonda336]

Thank you so much Sir for your amazing gift of imparting knowledge! May the Lord bless you and your family, in Jesus' name!

[@nathanielschool]

So nice of you Mutende!

[@DonniDeVille]

Mutende, I agree that Jason has the great art of teaching as well as phenomenal playing! His style is so easy and good to listen to and to follow.

[@mutendemusonda336]

@@nathanielschool It's my pleasure Sir!

[@mutendemusonda336]

@@DonniDeVille Yes! Do you play music aswell?

[@DonniDeVille]

@@mutendemusonda336 Hello Mutende! Yes, I've been a singer/songwriter and guitarist for over 20 years with my own bands back in the UK. I've always tried to find a boogie woogie pianoman to join us, as rock n roll, country and blues is the music I perform and love the most. What do you play?

[@stanhesketh]

Hi , your a good teacher and I do like your video's but have to ask can you put the part numbers on so people can see what one follows the next as I'm finding it hard to find what one I'm, looking for , regards ,,

[@nathanielschool]

I think I have already put the Part numbers and links in the description. Can you go through? If you are having a doubt, then please visit this link: kzbin.info/aero/PLrNNL05e9FT-Yc12B5id1BGhfj9VokNp5

[@petromic1947]

Can I use these codes on the violin thanks

[@thaiscarvalhoazevedo1678]

i love you

[@nathanielschool]

❤️ Wishing you all the success as a musician! Hope you've watched some of our Blues lessons - kzbin.info/aero/PLrNNL05e9FT-Yc12B5id1BGhfj9VokNp5 Hope this can improve your playing!

[@KPKomal]

Can u suggest few more examples like tore down..for practice

[@nathanielschool]

Sweet Home Chicago!

[@nathanielschool]

Backwater Blues!

[@stanhesketh]

Hi Jason... I've asked this before.. I cart find the other parts2 and 3.. What are the riff numbers?

[@nathanielschool]

Go to the Blues Playlist on our channel Stanley: kzbin.info/aero/PLrNNL05e9FT-Yc12B5id1BGhfj9VokNp5

[@Moon-nf5fr]

Lol. The Indian accent totally disappears when the singing starts. Good video.

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks a ton christopher!

[@martinhop]

Ačiū!

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much for your support and contribution towards the channel, Martin! And thank you for tuning in as well😊🎹

[@martinhop]

@@nathanielschool Thank you for great classes 🙌. I saw your new year vid where you encouraged to learn dancing rhythms / music and only now I found this 12B blues. Is this what you meant?:) I love your approach learning piano with singing and also it looks like you love this genre which is inspiring. 🙏

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks for the question Martin. I meant this sort of rhythm: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2XaaqynnqqVra8

[@nipashah7601]

Love ur videos👌❤Do u teach Bollywood songs?

[@nathanielschool]

Yes we do Nipa. Here are some lessons: kzbin.info/aero/PLrNNL05e9FT8p1CjTT2NpDZB0pmOAv1TA

[@nipashah7601]

@@nathanielschool Wow!

[@nathanielschool]

Part B: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zp26qHRsgNdsg8U Part C: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6jakmBmgZiolck 00:00​ - Blues Performance 01:01​ - Topics covered in the Blues series 02:33​ - The 3 chords used for the Blues 03:19​ - Chord shapes & inversions 04:51​ - 12 Bar Blues Chord Progression on Piano 10:05​ - Phrase Structure A-A’-B 11:31​ - Let’s sing “I’m Tore Down” 13:47​ - Conclusion and Part 2 prelude

[@nepto5817]

Sir, do you teach woogie boogie?

[@nathanielschool]

Yes, Thomas! I've already done a Boogie Woogie lesson - kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIW3c3t6rqyeabs. Hope you find this useful 😀

[@lincelukose4683]

A jolly music, when a drummer gets naughty

[@lizfielder5695]

JJ JaSONGREAT AS ALWAYS

[@DonniDeVille]

JASON, YOU ARE A FANTASTIC TEACHER AND BLUES SINGER! I am a country and blues singer, and I just KNEW you love the blues genre! You have that great feel for singing it, which many cannot! PLEASE SING MORE BLUES AND GIVE US MORE OF THAT? I post the lyrics for Tore Down, to help your students: "I'm Tore Down" I'm tore down, I'm almost level with the ground I'm tore down, I'm almost level with the ground Well, I feel like this when my baby can't be found I went to the river to jump in My baby showed up and said, "I will tell you when." Well, I'm tore down, I'm almost level with the ground Well, I feel like this when my baby can't be found I love you babe with all my heart and soul Love like mine will never grow old Love you in the morning and in the evening too Every time you leave me I get mad with you Well, I'm tore down, I'm almost level with the ground Well, I feel like this when my baby can't be found I love you baby with all my might Love like mine is out of sight I'll lie for you if you want me to I really don't believe that your love is true Well, I'm tore down, I'm almost level with the ground Well, I feel like this when my baby can't be found I'm tore down, I'm almost level with the ground Well, I'm tore down, I'm almost level with the ground Well, I feel like this when my baby can't be found

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks for sharing Donni! Yes! Even though I play a variety of genres, I love the Blues. Will focus on more!

[@JonathanJonat-ve7ky]

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