The best way to  explore the full potential of the blues is with three, four, or five musicians.<br>
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This collection for variable ensemble extends from early Afro-American forms to the use of blues in rock music, with special emphasis on Delta and Chicago blues. Many classic blues can be found here with words, melody, and accompaniment. Riffs and solos in the style  of B. B. King,  Sonny Terry   Brownie McGee, John Lee Hooker, Elmore James, and Eric  Clapton are  employed along with many others. The original arrangements of Dust My Broom  (Robert  Johnson and Elmore James), Going up the Country (Canned Heat), and Southbound  (Doc and Merle Watson) are included along with twelve additional titles.<br>
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Usually the arrangements involve two guitars, bass, and melody instrument or vocal, but blues harp and saxophone can also be  used, or even violin  and flute. Simple percussion patterns round off the ensemble.<br>
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The editor<br>
Berthold Kloss has been playing the blues for 30 years. He is a professional editor who also plays the guitar and conducts a choir.<br>