This is a scale exercise for the chord changes based on the jazz standard, “All of Me.”
All of Me
“All of Me” is a popular jazz standard written by Gerald Marks and Seymour Simons in 1931, first recorded by Belle Baker and later made famous by artists like Billie Holiday and Louis Armstrong.
All of Me – Scale Exercise
In the video below I demonstrate the exercise along with the guitar tablature.
Guitar Tab
This is a scale exercise on each chord. I am moving up the scale from the root to the seventh of each chord.
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A Short History on “All of Me”
“All of Me” is one of the most beloved jazz standards of all time. Written in 1931 by Gerald Marks and Seymour Simons, the song was an instant hit and has been recorded by countless artists over the decades. The first big recording came from Belle Baker, but it was Louis Armstrong’s 1932 version that really took it to the next level. Then, in 1941, Billie Holiday gave it her own soulful touch, solidifying its place in jazz history.
The tune itself is a love song where the singer is offering up everything to their beloved. The lyrics are simple but deep, and the melody is strong, making it a favorite for both singers and instrumentalists. Frank Sinatra, Django Reinhardt, and even Willie Nelson have put their own spin on it.
Today, “All of Me” is a jazz jam session staple, a must-know for any musician getting into the Great American Songbook. Whether played as a swinging up-tempo number or a slow, bluesy ballad, it never gets old.
For more on the history of the song see this Wikipedia article.