Easy Jazz Patterns for Autumn Leaves

Some 2 5 1 patterns over the Bb major AND G minor sections of this song. I am focusing on the first 8 bars only. Was inspired by saxophonist Dave Pollack’s live 2-5-1 masterclass please check it out https://youtu.be/0kbHN8qSyW8 I emphasize sticking to the key signature of 2 flats throughout the song except for the D7 chord putting an F# in there but, on second thought, every time you land on the G minor you can play an E natural instead of Eb since the guitar player on the track is playing a G minor 6 chord. If you want to skip past the lecture and straight to the playing its about 6:25.

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