Re: [Harp-L] begginner question about blues jams

["Mark Wilson" <markwilson53@xxxxxxx>]

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> Or just tell me what to practice, what to do, to become ready for jam.

Practice along with jam tracks and other players until you feel comfortable 
moving around with different styles/tempos of music. . A good definition of 
an intermediate player is someone who can play more than just a standard 
slow 12 bar blues.  When you get to the point where you can sound reasonable 
with a fairly wide variety of styles and tempos,  which in my opinion takes 
a good  2-3 years of organized  practice,  you're probably ready to go feel 
out the jam scene.
You can  get out there earlier, but chances are it won't be a positive 
experience for you.   Present your ideas and concerns in a humble manner 
(just like you did in your email) to the jam leader, make friends with the 
regular harp players, and trust me, these guys will want to help you out.

I highly recommend this playalong CD.   http://ultimatebluestool.com/   When 
you can play these tunes back and forth without walking on the vocals, 
guitar, etc.. you'll be ready to go.

Mark