Every Breath You Take – Slow Jazz Backing Track | C Major (55 BPM)
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C Major
Jazz
55 BPM
Complex
Introduction
This Slow Jazz Backing Track in C Major invites guitarists to explore lush harmonies and subtle jazz inflections over a moderate 55 BPM tempo. As the title suggests, you'll find inspiration from classic jazz standards, particularly useful for those keen on honing their improvisational skills in a calming jazz environment.
The Key of C Major
C
D
E
F
G
A
B
Chord Recommendations
The following chords should align nicely with this jam track. Try layering them over, or picking the notes in the chords individually.
Scale Recommendations
Use these scale recommendations as you improvise and construct your solos. Click the buttons to show the scale on the fretboard.
C major: The C Major scale serves as the base for this track, working well over the Cmaj7, Fmaj7, and G6 chords.
Practice Tips
Begin by exploring the C Major scale across the neck, combined with Cmaj7 arpeggios to highlight the jazzy feel. As the chord changes progress, incorporate modal interchanges and try expressing each chord's flavor through corresponding arpeggios, such as the Am7 or F#dim. For more advanced players, consider experimenting with chromatic lines to add depth to your solos.
- Understand basic jazz chord progressions and practice smooth chord transitions using simple triads or arpeggios over each chord.
- Develop fluency in improvisational phrasing by incorporating the mixolydian scale over dominant chords and adding ornamentations such as slides and bends.
- Master advanced chord tones and tensions by integrating the bebop scale over dominant chords and exploring altered scale sounds for greater expressive potential.