Avalon (F) || Gypsy Swing Backing Track || Play Along

"Avalon" is a popular jazz standard that was written in 1920 by Al Jolson, Buddy DeSylva, and Vincent Rose. The song quickly became a hit and has been covered by many jazz musicians over the years.
One of the most notable recordings of "Avalon" is by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra in 1936. This version, which features a solo by saxophonist Harry James, is considered a classic and was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999.
Another notable recording of "Avalon" is by the Benny Carter Quartet in 1953. This version, which features Carter on alto saxophone, showcases the musician's skill and innovative approach to the tune.
In 1962, saxophonist Stan Getz recorded a version of "Avalon" on his album "Jazz Samba Encore!" This version, which features Getz's smooth and melodic playing, helped to popularize bossa nova music in the United States.
One of the most recent recordings of "Avalon" is by pianist Brad Mehldau on his 2002 album "Largo". This version features Mehldau's virtuosic piano playing and showcases his ability to take a familiar tune and give it a fresh and modern interpretation.
"Avalon" has been recorded by many other jazz musicians over the years, including Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, and Billie Holiday. The enduring popularity of this tune is a testament to its timeless appeal and the versatility of jazz as a genre.
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Jazz nomenclature is complicated and ACME chords symbols are simplified.
• CΔ is a major sound and could refer to a “C6” or “Cmaj7”
• D- is usually voiced as a minor-seventh (1,♭3, 5, ♭7)
• Ø is a half-diminished seventh chord (1,♭3,♭5,♭7)
• O is a full diminished seventh chord (1,♭3,♭5,♭♭7)
• +4 is voiced as #11
• +9 is an “altered 9” and could refer to a♭9, ♯9, or both