“Chelsea Bridge” is a composition written in 1941 by the legendary Billy Strayhorn, known for his collaborations with Duke Ellington.
With its elegant phrasing and emotive subtlety, “Chelsea Bridge” stands as a testament to Strayhorn’s remarkable talent as a composer and his ability to convey depth and emotion through music.— an inspiring piece for those who learn jazz standards.
I have noticed a similarity between the melody of Chelsea Bridge and the Valse #2 by Maurice Ravel.
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Chelsea Bridge - Course
Here are 2 ideas to explore on the A section: augmented triads (starting on the third of the -∆ chords and on the dominant chord using the whole tone scale) on the first 4 bars, and voice leading on the last 4 bars.
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