Standards
H & H chords & key
- Key
- C major
- Form
- ABB
- Bars
- 42
- Groove
- Up-tempo swing
- Time signature
- 3/4
“H & H” is a jazz standard by Pat Metheny. Most bands play it in C major, up-tempo swing; the tune runs 42 bars in ABB form. Harmonically it contains no major ii–V–I cadences and 2 minor ii–V–i, uses 20 different chords.
Chord changes
Showing in: Concert (C) — C major
A
B
×2·
×2⊕
Changes as commonly played (concert pitch). Your band's version may differ.
Harmonic analysis
0Major ii–V–I
2Minor ii–V–i
8ii–V moves
0Tritone substitutions
7Dominant chains
20Different chords
Most used chords
- D×11
- B7×10
- A×8
- G×4
- E7×4
- A♭7×4
Frequently asked questions
What key is H & H in?
H & H is usually played in C major. For B♭ instruments that is D major, for E♭ instruments A major.
Who wrote H & H?
H & H was written by Pat Metheny.
What is the form of H & H?
H & H has 3 sections (ABB) with 42 bars in total.
How fast is H & H played?
The usual groove is Up-tempo swing.
What are the chord changes to H & H?
The opening bars are B E | A Ab | Db G | Csus C D. The full chart above can be transposed to any key.