This was written in the 1970s, maybe late 1960s. Victor Brazil was a young sax player who was creating an impressive career. He died early....not sure how.

I've always loved this tune. I think it's one of his best.

Here's the lesson here:

Download the PDF

Each 251 has it's key signature. From that you should be able to figure out the chords. Remember they are all 251s.

Right in the chords. Study each note and voicing. Understand and write about what is happening with each chord, each progression etc.

Is the voicing rootless? What upper partials are there.

Finally put each one through all the keys. Watch how much you learn about 251s.

aloha everyone ..

It has been way too long since i posted anything on vibesworkshop ..

some exciting projects happening and one in particular i would like to share with you .

Vibra Cubana is the latin side of my brain and now being a resident of Honolulu the influence of hawaiian exotica music and Arthur lyman has taken hold ...

the video ive attached here is vibra cubana live a Blue note Hawaii .. 2017

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I'm working with Tony on Friedman's dampening etude book- here's #10!

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This is a great concert with Gary and Chick. They are playing so well!