The ii–V–I

Here's the set list: first you learn it — 6 quick hands-on cards. Then you prove it — 5 theory and 3 ear-training challenges. Every right answer adds a bar to tonight's song, Blue Room (C major, 🎷 Jazz Swing).

📝 Riff sheet

ii7 → V7 → Imaj7 (in C: Dm7 – G7 – Cmaj7). The roots fall by 5ths; the 3rds and 7ths move by tiny steps.

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Covers: ii7–V7–Imaj7, root motion by 5ths, guide tones, walking bass, minor ii–V–i. Turn your sound up.