Backing Track

II V I Backing Track in D Major - 120 BPM

This II V I backing track in D major at 120 BPM is ideal for exploring chromatic ideas and bebop-inflected lines.

Advanced 120 BPM 4-bar loop
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Chord progression

Em7 ii7
A7 V7
Dmaj7 Imaj7

How to practice

  1. 1 Approach guide tones chromatically - from a half step above or below
  2. 2 Practice ii-V as one unit of tension leading into the resolution on I
  3. 3 Master the D major sound in context: So What, Blue in Green, Impressions

Suggested scales & modes

  • D Major scale
  • E Dorian mode
  • A 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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