Learning the Solo Part

In this section, we will learn the solo part that comes off of the F chord and goes back into the C.

F Chord Transition to C

When transitioning from the F chord to the C, the last chord is played by holding it and ringing it with the damper pedal. To get back to the root C, a high G octave is played as part of the riff. The sequence to get back to the C is G, A, C, A, C. The last C is played as a chord, giving it a smooth transition. Instead of playing the baseline, the F7 or C7 F7 is played, where the chord is simply comped. For the C7, the notes are C, G, B flat, and F. For the F7, the notes are C, E flat, F, and A.

Playing Over the C Chord

Once the transition to the C chord is made, the sequence goes down to a B flat G slide from E flat to E down to C. This change happens when transitioning to the F chord, where the E flat and G are played together and teetered back and forth between the single note C with the thumb. This results in a C minor followed by an F.

Playing Over the F Chord

When playing over the F chord, the sequence goes back and forth between F and C, adding the E flat for the seventh. There are various ways to play this sequence, such as using the thumb or playing it stretched out and sliding up with the middle finger.

Playing Over Both C and F Chords

The consistent C note is played throughout, imposing a stretch to make the octave stretch while playing the notes in between. There are sequences involving playing G and C together and then transitioning to the D and G.

Phrasing Differences

The phrasing varies over the F7 chord, where the notes are played twice each time. There are quick in-between notes, so it is important to maintain the consistency of the sequence.

Repetitive Sequence

There is a repetitive sequence involving the C octaves, sliding into the E from E flat, and hitting the C. The sequence changes when transitioning to the F on the third run, and the F is played briefly.

Conclusion

This section serves as a comprehensive guide to learning the solo part of the music piece. The details provided here offer insights into the chords, transitions, and specific note sequences that form the solo. By understanding these intricacies, one can master and play the solo part effectively.