Description

Learn to play a variety of popular blues forms, scales, lyrics and performance styles connected to the blues. The repertoire follows the blues from the Fife and Drum era through Delta, Hill Country, and New Orleans to the eventual migration to places such as St Louis, Chicago and Texas. Explore the rhythms, harmony and historical context of blues songs and learn a variety of regional styles such as Texas or Chicago blues. Delve into the music of various artists such as Othar Turner, Rosa Lee Hill, Victoria Spivey, Muddy Waters and Howlin’ Wolf to name a few. Students will also try their hand at performing, writing and singing the blues. All instruments and voices are welcome.

If you’re wondering if the Blues Band is the right fit for you, please contact the Community Music School Administrative team at cmsadmin@bkcm.org. The BKCM Blues Band performs once each semester and at community events and gatherings throughout the year.

Class Schedule

Fall Semester
September 9th to January 13th

Spring Semester
February 10th to June 23rd

Registration Info

Please call 718-622-3300 to speak to one of our registrars, who will guide you through the registration process and answer any questions you might have! Financial aid is available for qualifying students. To apply please contact kris.mandapat@bkcm.org and fill out the financial aid application.

For complete information on the Community Music School’s registration process and policies, please click here.