Rosetta, Part 1: Chord Progression

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Rosetta

Rosetta, Part 1: Chord Progression

Rosetta, Part 2: Solo

Part 3: Rhythm Play-Along Track

Part 4: Solo Play-Along Track

Rosetta, Part 1: Chord Progression

This standard was composed by pianist and bandleader Earl “Fatha” Hines with lyrics by his arranger Henri Woode, and was first recorded by Hines and his orchestra in 1933. Check out notable recordings by Django Reinhardt and his ensemble, Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys, and this solo piano version by Earl Hines himself. Aaron teaches the tune in the key of F. In this video, he walks you through the chord progression.

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