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.
Schedule
- Mondays, 7:30 – 9:00 PM
The Registration Process
1. If you are new to BKCM, click here to create a Registration account.
2. Click here to fill out the Student & Family Survey.
3. Call 718-622-3300 to register.
For complete information on our registration process and policies, please click here.
Financial Aid
At this time in the school year, BKCM has minimal financial aid left for spring 2026 Community Music School classes and lessons. To be considered for financial aid should additional funds become available, kindly submit the financial aid application. Please note: submitting an application does not guarantee that financial aid will eventually be awarded.
If you have any questions before applying, contact kris.mandapat@bkcm.org. Please allow 7 business days for Kris to review your application and respond.
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