Ellis Larkins
Piano Solo on
Maybe

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Ellis Larkins's piano solo is the sole improvisation on this recording. Spanning one chorus of the 32-bar ABAC form at a moderate 117 BPM with a swing feel in B♭, the solo runs approximately 1:09. Performed in B-flat major with a 32-bar ABAC form at 117 BPM swing tempo, the track showcases Larkins's ability to create a complete, satisfying musical statement within a single chorus. Ellis Larkins was 26 to 27 years old at the time of this 1950 recording. "Maybe" was composed by George Gershwin with lyrics by Ira Gershwin for the Broadway stage.

Ellis Larkins was 26 to 27 years old at the time.