Backing Track

II V I Backing Track in Ab Major - 80 BPM

This II V I backing track in Ab 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

Bbm7 ii7
Eb7 V7
Abmaj7 Imaj7

How to practice

  1. 1 Play chord tones (3rd and 7th) on each chord - they define the harmony clearly
  2. 2 Use Bb Dorian mode on Bbm7, then resolve into Ab Major scale on Abmaj7
  3. 3 Four flats make this a comfortable key for saxophone players; piano and bass also favor this key

Suggested scales & modes

  • Ab Major scale
  • Bb Dorian mode
  • Eb 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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