INTRODUCTION TO BLUES & SCAT

The blues and scat, two distinct musical genres, share a profound connection deeply rooted in African-American culture and history. The blues, characterised by its soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics, emerged in the early 20th century as an outlet for expressing the struggles and joys of African-Americans. Scat, on the other hand, is a vocal improvisational style that evolved alongside jazz, relying on nonsensical syllables to convey emotion and rhythm. This connection between the blues and scat lies in their ability to convey raw emotions and tell powerful stories, uniting them in a shared cultural and musical heritage. Samantha will take you on a journey from the birth of the blues, to the origins of scat and jazz improvisation.