Learn 12-Bar Blues, Shuffle Rhythms and Essential Chords on Banjo - Fast and Fun with Step-by-Step Video Guides
Bring the soul of the Blues to your banjo playing with
Blues for Left-Handed Banjo 1
. This method guides you through essential chords, rhythms, and techniques built around the 12-bar blues form.
Start with the Basics - No Experience Needed
New to banjo? No problem. Learn with simple exercises using easy chord symbols, tab, and sheet music. Tuned D-G-B-D, it's playable on 4- or 5-string banjos.
Core Chords and Classic Blues Progressions
Build technique with beginner-friendly chord shapes and real 12-bar progressions - the foundation of blues, rock, and swing.
Shuffle Rhythms and 7th Chords
Master basic rhythms, then explore Shuffles, 6/8 time, and classic blues phrasing. Learn major, minor, dominant 7ths, and minor 7ths for an authentic blues sound.
Watch and Play Along
Free streaming videos
let you check your rhythm and sound. Watch, listen, and play along at
seeingmusicbooks.com/blues-left-banjo-1
.
Play Right Away
Practice with fun exercises. Build confidence using styled rhythms and great-sounding chords - then try full 12-bar Blues songs. End the book with 10 full songs in various keys and grooves.
Inside the Book
Nearly 200 exercises and song examples
Major/minor 12-bar variations
Easy chords and shuffle strums
6/8 time and 7th chords
Chapters Include
Foundational Chords
Major/Minor Blues
Shuffle and 6/8 Rhythms
Workout Jams and More
Join the Blues Banjo Tradition
A clear, relaxed approach makes this perfect for beginners. Build real music skills while having fun. Preview videos at
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