Watch Animated Sheet Music for Miles Davis' "So What," Coltrane's "Giant Steps," and Charlie Parker's "Confirmation"
Briefly

Miles Davis' album 'Kind of Blue' fundamentally changed the landscape of jazz and music in general. It is celebrated for its modal jazz that combines fun musical elements, notably in tracks like 'So What.' Animation of sheet music on channels such as Dan Cohen's offers visual interpretations of jazz compositions. Notably, Charlie Parker and John Coltrane's music is represented, showcasing their unique styles. Parker's 'Confirmation' and Coltrane's 'Giant Steps' illustrate different melodic approaches, with Coltrane's compositions described as 'sheets of sound' that create a heavy, multifaceted auditory experience.
Miles Davis' 'Kind of Blue' revolutionized jazz, influencing all of music with its modal approach, showcasing a fun blend of rising and falling arpeggios in 'So What.'
Animated sheet music captures the essence and complexity of jazz icons like Charlie Parker and John Coltrane, highlighting their distinctive compositional styles.
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