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Playing the Blues Again
When you play the blues, at some point, you’ve got to decide. Whether to play around the issue, like Charlie Parker, flitting in and out just hinting at the melody, giving subtle suggestions on the point you’re trying to make … Continue reading
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Tagged BB King, blues, Charlie Parker, communication, melody, music, performance, purpose, soul
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