Learn Bossa Nova, with Piano Transcription
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7notemode did a wonderful youtube clip on this bossa nova tune, The Dolphin.
Here is the piano transcription of the head:
piano transcription of the dolphin by 7notemode (PDF)
The basic bossa nova pattern looks something like this
- Of course if you are playing solo piano, you would need to cover the bass part too.
- Notice the emphasis of the piano comping is on the 2nd downbeat, and 3rd upbeat of each bar.
7notemode started the song with this nice piano riff
Observe how it is based on the basic bossa nova pattern
Throughout the song, there were occasional comping on those two beats to keep the bossa groove going.
Bar 11
Bar 15
Enjoy and Have fun.. 
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11:46 am
Thanks, Pianologist for the positive attention. I enjoy reading your website, and I visit regularly. There is always something surprising and of interest. You guys are terrific musicians!
Regards,
7notemode
2:46 pm
Thank you! this will come in very useful! (I loved listening to video)
4:31 am
Hey, great job guys! Your transcriptions are very educational!
I’m a big fan of 7notemode, he plays with a terrific style!
Thanks for your work!
Roberto