Jazz Circle

Impressions

Composed by John Coltrane (1961)Form: AABA32 bars4/4intermediate

A modal jazz classic based on the form of "So What" from Kind of Blue. Features simple two-chord changes that allow for extensive modal improvisation. The A sections use Dorian mode, while the bridge moves up a half-step.

Ready
180 BPM

Notation

AA Section (bars 1-8)
AA Section (bars 9-16)
BB Section / Bridge (bars 17-24)
AA Section (bars 25-32)