Solar (Herbie Hancock transcription)
“Solar,” written by Chuck Wayne, piano solo by Herbie Hancock, transcribed by Chris Bandy. In 2017, I uploaded a low-quality transcription of the first half of the solo, right hand only. Now, four years later, I am publishing a huge revision, with seven major changes: (1) the entire solo is uploaded, (2) the entire left hand comping is added, (3) the pulse is 8th notes, not 16th notes, (4) dozens of errors are corrected, (5) dozens of articulations are added, (6) the first chord, originally left out, is now included, and (7) the video and engraving quality is much higher. Back in 2017, I thought the solo was cool but kind of weird. Now, I think the solo is absolutely insane, and this new revision is just the beginning of my understanding what is going on. Enjoy! Audio (1990): • “Solar” (Live, 1990) Pat Metheny, guitar Herbie Hancock, piano Dave Holland, bass Jack DeJohnette, drums This video was released several weeks early for my fantastic patrons: Anonymous Itamar L. Andrew S. Chip W. Johannes E. Richard B. Rebekah D. My dream is to make a living by creating music. You can help me make this happen! I would love for you to join the community. Here are a couple ways you can do this: •Get early video access, collab opportunities, and other super cool perks on Patreon: / chrisbandy •I've recorded, mixed, mastered, and produced a jazz vocal album: https://chrisbandyjazz.wixsite.com/my... •I've released an electronic dance album with 12 original compositions: / stranger-in-the-earth •I work as a freelance composer, arranger, transcriber, and recording vocalist: https://tinyurl.com/CJBmusic •I’ve got tons of jazz and classical compositions available for sale: https://tinyurl.com/CJBmusic Thank you so much! -Chris

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