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12-bar blues

Description: 12-bar blues is a musical form that originated in African-American communities in the early 20th century. It consists of a specific chord progression, typically twelve measures long, and serves as a foundation for various genres such as blues, jazz, and rock.

Sample sentences:

• The band started playing a classic 12-bar blues, setting the mood for the evening.
• Her soulful voice beautifully complemented the sorrowful lyrics of the 12-bar blues.
• I love how the guitarist effortlessly transitions between the verses and choruses of a 12-bar blues.

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