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Bringing the Blues to a new generation in Atlanta

Can the Blues be taught or is it something you’re born with? It definitely can be taught. Just ask Chicago Joe Jones. Chicago may be where he was born, but Atlanta is where he put down his roots. Watch him bring the blues to a new generation.
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March 30, 2016

Jones is the leader of weekly blues jam sessions, runs a summer camp and teaches students from all parts of metro Atlanta.

"There's one real secret to learning to play music," Jones said. "When you start to learn you don't quit."

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