CROSSWORD OF THE BLUES

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Across
  1. 1. – Informal musical session where blues musicians improvise.
  2. 2. – First name of Waters, pioneer of electric Chicago blues.
  3. 5. – First name of James, a legendary blues and soul singer.
  4. 7. – Guitar technique using a glass or metal tube to create gliding notes.
  5. 9. – Common number of bars in a standard blues progression.
  6. 10. – Small wind instrument often used in blues music.
  7. 14. – Famous guitar brand used by many blues players.
  8. 16. – Slang for magic or charm, often mentioned in blues lyrics.
Down
  1. 1. Joint – Informal Southern venue where blues music was played.
  2. 2. – River strongly associated with blues origins.
  3. 3. – Rhythmic blues beat with a swing feel.
  4. 4. – Low-pitched instrument that provides rhythm and depth.
  5. 6. – Region in Mississippi known as the birthplace of the blues.
  6. 8. – City where electric blues evolved in the 20th century.
  7. 11. – First name of Johnson, a mythic Delta blues figure.
  8. 12. – First name of Taylor, known as the "Queen of the Blues."
  9. 13. – Steady, infectious rhythm essential to blues feel.
  10. 15. King – Legendary blues guitarist known for his guitar "Lucille."