A trumpet solo transcription of Chet Baker on "But Not For Me" by George and Ira Gershwin, one of the tunes most closely connected with his name.
Jazz Transcription • Jazz
But Not For MeChet Baker
Chet BakerPortrait: Wikimedia Commons
Solo with transcription
Chet's version is relaxed, melodic and swinging – a perfect example of his cool jazz style.
Use this transcription to learn how Chet builds a solo from simple, singable ideas and how he places them over the chord changes. It is a great solo for intermediate jazz trumpet players.
Study tips
- Play along with the recording at the original tempo.
- Pay attention to his soft, clear articulation.
- Improvise your own chorus using his ideas.
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