#McBrideBluesChallenge

What's the #McBrideBluesChallenge?

 
With the release of his new album, "For Jimmy, Wes and Oliver", he is teaming up with us to start a music challenge to get you motivated to practice and shed your blues away during these crazy times. 
 
The #McBrideBluesChallenge will run from October 1st, 2020 to October 31st, 2020. 
All submissions must be received by October 31st, 2020 in order to be eligible for prizes.
See below for details on how to enter.

Christian McBride explaining the #McBrideBluesChallenge

 

#McBrideBluesChallenge - How to Enter

1. Take a video of yourself playing a solo along with Christian McBride walking bass to his new tune "Pie Blues" (which you can download at your preferred tempo below). The more creative the entry, the better. Bonus points if you integrate any of our past challenges such as the #LaidBackChallenge or the #BirdBoxChallenge into this as well.
 
2. Post the video on Instagram with the hashtag #McBrideBluesChallenge and tag JazzMemes (@jazzmemes_) so we can find it and share it on our channel! 
 
*legal disclaimer* Be safe when participating in the challenge. Don't do anything that will potentially injure yourself or others. By participating in the challenge, you agree to do so at your own risk.

#McBrideBluesChallenge - Prizes

#1 - A 30min lesson/hang with the man himself, Christian McBride! (via video chat with exact time depending on Christian's schedule)

#2 - To be announced!
 
#3 - Signed copy of his latest record, "For Jimmy, Wes and Oliver"!
 
* Prizes will be chosen by Christian McBride, but are subject to change at any time. Terms and conditions apply. Prizes will be selected in the first week of November.
 

#McBrideBluesChallenge

Video Backing Tracks

"Pie Blues"

at 75 bpm

Download

"Pie Blues"

at 112.5 bpm

Download

"Pie Blues"

at 150 bpm

Download

"Pie Blues"

at 300 bpm (Beast Mode)

Download

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