A blue note is a pitch that is slightly lowered or "bent" in relation to the standard major scale, often used in blues and jazz music.
Pentatonic Scale: A five-note scale commonly used in blues and rock music.
Chromaticism: The use of notes outside the traditional diatonic scales, including blue notes.
Improvisation: Creating music on the spot without prior planning or written notation, often incorporating blue notes for expressive purposes.
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