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The Great African-American Classical Art-Form "Rhythm" Changes [Playlist] 47 Tracks 4 Hours 28 min https://open.spotify.com/user/121809214/playlist/7vnVcemiLwjRljOCk9men0 The term “Rhythm changes” refers to a chord progression that derives from George Gershwin’s song “I Got Rhythm” (1930). The composition became quite popular, and within a few years, jazz musicians began to borrow its chord structure for some of their own compositions. However, it should be noted that “Rhythm changes” evolved into a chord progression that was not exactly Gershwin’s. As was often the case with other compositions, jazz musicians streamlined the progression, reducing it to a simpler, more improv-friendly harmonic framework. Compositions employing Rhythm changes became a common staple at jam sessions and are today still an essential part of jazz repertoire. The chord progression is a “must-know” for any aspiring jazz artist. Rhythm changes are almost always played in the key of Bb, variations as with blues changes, musicians often apply certain standard variations to the basic chord progression, either by previous arrangement or on the spur of the moment. This playlist is compiled of sessions using "Rhythm" Changes. Hey! Thanks for stopping by, please like our page and share the content. The Most Influential African-American Cultural Network in the Universe! thejazzaficionado@socialmediastrategiesglobal.net https://www.facebook.com/keepingtheidiomalive/photos/a.855915101129032.1073741841.584459258274619/1057793444274529/?type=3&theater Keeping The Idiom Alive Rashid Booker Harlem USA 125th St