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BALLAD · Intermediate · Cmaj7

Original study inspired by Chet Baker's musical approach. Not a transcription or endorsement.

Written C / Concert B♭

· = original key (C). Notes, fingerings, chords, audio and sheet music are written B♭ pitch.

Cmaj7

1 + 2

1 + 3

OPEN

1 + 2

OPEN

1 + 2

♩ = 82 · four-beat count-in · ● valve down · ○ valve up

Orange numbers = scale degree of each note over the chord sounding beneath it

9ths and 6ths/13ths are upper extensions that add color above the basic chord tones.

Keep the upward leap lighter than the descent. Keep the sound close and conversational; leave a little air after the last note.

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