A question

[Wayne S]

I love the lessons. They give ideas and techniques that can b e used in a lot of contexts. However, as a note reader, I wonder why a Bb tune, which has 2 flats (Bb & Eb) shows up in the notation/tab at the bottom of the page invariably has A# and D# as accidentals. I understand enharmonic exchange, but why is this done with a tune with a Bb key signature? It shouldn’t be hard to set a default parameter to make this happen.

[sunjamr]

That is done to challenge your concept of reality. Like, what is the sound of one hand clapping?

Sunjamr Steve

[John H]

If you are asking why B flat rather than A sharp try reading this.

https://www.uberchord.com/blog/b-flat-a-sharp-chord-on-guitar-chord-shapes-major-scale-popular-songs-in-the-key-of-b-flat/

[Wayne S]

I understand the use and the chord progressions in Bb. I understand enhoarmonic exchange. My question is why the tab that accompanied a Bb piece with Bb chords written above the piece had the notation with A# and D# instead the obvious Bb and Eb?

[JoLa]

Hi Wayne,

It’s a valid question and if you want to be technical, you are correct. For those who know theory well – like yourself, I assume – this must be an eyesore to see a D# instead of Eb in the key of Bb in the notation. I’m not sure if any of the blues players care enough to notice that but feel free to send Brian a note. If it’s a mistake, he’ll be happy you pointed that out.

🎸JoLa

[William F]

R. Crumb, what a guy.

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