Backing Track

So What Bassless Backing Track

This So What backing track gives you room to work on motivic development, rhythmic shape, and modal color without the distraction of fast functional harmony. This version is bassless so bass players can supply the line themselves.

Beginner 32-bar loop
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Chord progression

Dm11 i11
Dm11 i11
Dm11 i11
Dm11 i11
Ebm11 bii11
Ebm11 bii11
Dm11 i11

How to practice

  1. 1 Develop one small melodic idea for several bars before changing direction.
  2. 2 Make the move to E-flat Dorian sound intentional by changing contour or register.
  3. 3 Use rhythm and space to create momentum instead of relying on chord changes.

Suggested scales & modes

  • D Dorian
  • Eb Dorian
  • D minor pentatonic

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

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