Backing Track

II V I Backing Track in A Major - 80 BPM

This II V I backing track in A major at 80 BPM is ideal for developing your jazz improvisation skills at a comfortable pace.

Beginner 80 BPM 4-bar loop
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Chord progression

Bm7 ii7
E7 V7
Amaj7 Imaj7

How to practice

  1. 1 Play chord tones (3rd and 7th) on each chord - they define the harmony clearly
  2. 2 Use B Dorian mode on Bm7, then resolve into A Major scale on Amaj7
  3. 3 Three sharps make this key comfortable on guitar; requires finger strength on piano

Suggested scales & modes

  • A Major scale
  • B Dorian mode
  • E Mixolydian mode

Practice this in the app

Use the live player to loop the progression, change tempo, and play with piano, bass, and drums.

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