Con Alma (C) || Latin Jazz Backing Track || Play Along
Details
| Title | Con Alma (C) || Latin Jazz Backing Track || Play Along |
| Author | ACME Play-A-Longs |
| Duration | 3:56 |
| File Format | MP3 / MP4 |
| Original URL | https://youtube.com/watch?v=IGbE-_VnrUc |
Description
“Con Alma” is an important and unique jazz standard which stands out for its use of complex syncopation and harmony. Composed by the great Dizzy Gillespie, “Con Alma” has been considered to be one of the most influential bebop tunes of all time.
The composition begins in a light, bouncy 4/4 time, characterized by Gillespie’s distinct bluesy solos. The harmony of “Con Alma” is constantly changing, creating an unexpected and improvised feel throughout. As the song progresses, it moves into increasingly complex syncopated rhythms which add to the frantic energy of the piece. Playing “Con Alma” requires exceptional skill and command of technique.
The song’s theme is centered around a heart-felt Latin feel that takes hold at the end of the composition. This delightful section makes “Con Alma” an unforgettable classic.
For all its complexity and frenetic pace, “Con Alma” also manages to achieve a beautiful balance between melody and improvisation. While the syncopation and unique harmony give the piece its edge, the tune is still very lyrical and melodic.
It’s clear that “Con Alma” is an exceptionally important jazz standard and one of Dizzy Gillespie’s most memorable compositions. Unique syncopation, harmony and melody make it stand out like no other, securing its place in the jazz canon.
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FOOTPRINTS: https://youtu.be/s71K8z-nxk4
LUSH LIFE: https://youtu.be/Ojz6YiEt9dM
TENOR MADNESS: https://youtu.be/L5ZJu6eM-08
SUGAR: https://youtu.be/xG84UATpWP0
MY LITTLE SUEDE SHOES: https://youtu.be/HfjAby3arsQ
CORCOVADO: https://youtu.be/W9ehFwcglUU
Jazz nomenclature is complicated and ACME chords symbols are simplified.
• CΔ is a major sound and could refer to a “C6” or “Cmaj7”
• D- is usually voiced as a minor-seventh (1,♭3, 5, ♭7)
• Ø is a half-diminished seventh chord (1,♭3,♭5,♭7)
• O is a full diminished seventh chord (1,♭3,♭5,♭♭7)
• +4 is voiced as #11
• +9 is an “altered 9” and could refer to a♭9, ♯9, or both
