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40.1Start with the groove skeleton
Let’s use a conceptual C7-centered vamp.
C7:
C E G B♭
But do not begin with the chord.
Begin with bass.
Try a simple practice cell:
C – G – B♭ – C
with a syncopated rhythm.
For example:
C on beat 1
G on 2&
B♭ on 3
C on 4&.
Loop.
No RH.