Marty Kenney
Acoustic Bass Solo on
How Deep Is the Ocean?

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Marty Kenney's acoustic bass solo is the second of two solos on "How Deep Is the Ocean?" from Arcoiris Sandoval's 2018 album First Voyage. Kenney takes two choruses over the 32-bar ABAC form in E-flat at approximately 199 BPM, following Sandoval's expansive five-chorus piano feature. The two-chorus format provides Kenney with a complete, self-contained solo statement, navigating Irving Berlin's sophisticated 1932 standard with melodic assurance and a rich, resonant acoustic bass tone. The slightly increased tempo from the piano solo reflects the natural momentum and energy buildup across this extended performance.