One Chord Funk (Dominant7th)

“One Chord Funk (Dominant 7th) 12key” is a practice piece in the Funk style, designed to be played in all 12 keys. The piece revolves around a single chord (primarily a Dominant 7th), allowing musicians to explore Funk rhythms and grooves across various keys. The focus of this exercise is on developing tight grooves and rhythm between instruments.

The piece is built around a single Dominant 7th chord, maintaining the same chord progression across all keys. It features repetitive rhythm patterns and a simple harmonic structure, allowing musicians to focus on groove and rhythm. This setup is effective for understanding and practicing the foundational rhythms of Funk in various keys. The groove is mainly driven by the interaction between the bass line and drums, with the piano adding rhythmic patterns in line with the beat.

Musicians should fully understand the relationship between the Dominant 7th chord and Funk rhythms in each key. Drums and bass should maintain a steady, powerful groove, while the piano can add rhythmic patterns to enhance the performance’s diversity. During the performance, it’s crucial for each instrument to listen to one another and interact while maintaining the groove and freely expressing solos. The key to this practice is sustaining a consistent groove across different keys.