You Can Play the Blues
Taught by top classical-jazz crossover pianist Peter Dugan
Learn to express yourself through the blues – speak the language of freedom, creativity, and emotion at the keyboard.
4.8/5 (642+ reviews)
Learn to express yourself through the blues – speak the language of freedom, creativity, and emotion at the keyboard.
The blues is a universal musical form, open to anyone who makes music... and that means you! Discover the freshness of blue notes, licks, motifs, and the spontaneous fun of improvising in this interactive, 12-lesson course.
Build your musical “storytelling” chops.
Get comfortable at the keyboard without sheet music.
Play along with Peter Dugan as you learn the simple building blocks of the blues.
In 12 lessons, you’ll learn the underpinnings of blues form, chords, scales, and improvisation. Start jamming with your guide Peter Dugan during the very first lesson, and unlock musical opportunities you’ve only dreamed of.
Peter Dugan brings a unique set of skills to 21st-century musicianship, and performs in the classical, jazz, and pop realms with an ease unlike anyone else. The host of NPR’s celebrated program From the Top, he holds Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from The Juilliard School.
Dugan has extensive experience as a chamber musician, recitalist, and soloist, having performed at institutions such as the famed Carnegie Hall. He’s worked with artists from Itzhak Perlman to Joshua Bell to Glenn Close.
Dugan’s unique, daring approach blurs the lines of musical boundaries. He brings a fresh take to art music and its 21st century evolution, and his teaching makes modern pianism accessible for beginners and experienced musicians alike.
Peter Dugan is just one of 70+ elite artists and pedagogues who teach inside tonebase. When you join, you’ll get complete access to every digital lesson and resource you’ll ever need to grow as a pianist.
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"I noticed that my technical ability improved after just the first few lessons. I can’t wait to integrate what I learnt into my daily practice to improve further."
"The instructors are incredible musicians, and having access to their secrets is an amazing experience. It has enabled me to learn more demanding pieces."
"I've learned important aspects of technique, how to express myself better musically, to get to the core of the music, and to realize the composers true vision."
"Just practicing is one thing, but having guidance to do it with structure, and seeing videos together with pdfs and the sheet for tracking progress is very nice."
"I’m improving too much! I learn something from each video that I watch, whether technique, interpretation, process, or even just encouragement."
"I had an injury when I first joined (bursitis in my elbow) so I am starting over and I can already see and hear improvements in tone quality, speed, and movement."
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