Curated Video
Exploring the Roots of Blues Music
Explore the origins of Blues music in the American Deep South and its evolution from African American work songs and European American folk music. Learn about key musical characteristics of the Blues, such as the call and response...
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: Eric Clapton Takes on Robert Johnson's Blues
Eric Clapton was inspired by the music of Robert Johnson and his blues recordings. Plenty of audio clips here.
Music Education
Genre Sampler: Blues
This music sampler shows students how to distinguish the blues from other genres. Listen to the sound clip to hear the supposed depressed or saddened feeling. Related resource links provided.