Enjoy this lesson on the classic Chick Webb and Benny Goodman tune Stompin’ at the Savoy. We’ll focus on time feel at medium-slow tempos, where a strong eighth-note feel is essential. I’ll also break down the harmonic structure, especially the turnaround to the ii-7 chord. The accompanying PDF includes detailed examples, and you’ll also get a swinging backing track featuring Ulysses Owens Jr. on drums.
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