Written for B♭ trumpet
B♭ MAJOR
- Ascending
- B♭ → D → F
- Descending
- F → D → B♭
- Practice pattern
- B♭ → D → F → D
Where you are with it
Why jazz players use this
Triads help you hear and target the strongest notes inside jazz chords. Major triads outline the sound of maj7 and dominant chords.
Know the chord?
Learn jazz lines that target B♭.
- Rocket FuelB♭ – G7 – Cm7 – F7 · ♩ = 168
- Skyscraper ShoutB♭ – G7 – Cm7 – F7 · ♩ = 180
Practice B♭ licks →● valve down · ○ valve up