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In a Sentimental Mood

Duke Ellington (1935)

One of Ellington's most beautiful ballads.

Form: 32 bars (AABA)Style: Jazz BalladTempo: 60 BPM

Changes

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Dm7
Dm6
Gm7
A7
DΔ7
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Drop 2 Voice Leading

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Drop 3 Voice Leading

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