Alone Together: The Dark Romance of the Minor ii-V-i
Alone Together is one of the most enduring 'dark' ballads in the jazz repertoire, composed by Arthur Schwartz for the 1932 musical 'Flying Colors.'...
Alone Together: Inside the Music
Every standard has a story, and Alone Together (in key of Dm) is a masterclass in songwriting and a foundational canvas for improvisation. Let's explore its unique approach to Minor ii-V-i cadences and modal interchange..
A Musician's Perspective & Background
Originally introduced in the Broadway revue 'Flying Colors,' Alone Together...
Interactive Soloing Laboratory
Use the controls below to visualize key harmonic moments on the fretboard and circle of fifths.
Harmonic Deep-Dive
The harmonic foundation of Alone Together is primarily built around the D Minor tonality,...
Gm7 (iv)
Intervals: root, b3, 5, b7
Em7b5 (iiø)
Intervals: root, b3, b5, b7
A7alt (V)
Intervals: root, 3, 5, b7
Bbmaj7 (VI)
Intervals: root, 3, 5, 7
Melodic Ideas to Try
The melody of Alone Together is famously sparse and heavily reliant on the D minor...
The Groove & The Feel
The rhythmic heartbeat of Alone Together is...
Improvisation Strategies
When improvising over Alone Together, the most effective...
Summary & Takeaways
The primary takeaway from studying Alone Together is...
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