Standards
Jaco chords & key
- Key
- C minor
- Form
- AB
- Bars
- 22
- Groove
- Even eighths
- Time signature
- 4/4
“Jaco” is a jazz standard by Pat Metheny. Most bands play it in C minor, even eighths; the tune runs 22 bars in AB form.
Chord changes
Showing in: Concert (C) — C minor
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×2A
B
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×2Changes as commonly played (concert pitch). Your band's version may differ.
Harmonic analysis
0Major ii–V–I
0Minor ii–V–i
1ii–V moves
5Tritone substitutions
1Dominant chains
12Different chords
Most used chords
- Cm7×13
- D♭maj7×5
- Gsus×4
- D♭9×4
- G7♯5×3
- E♭/F×2
Frequently asked questions
What key is Jaco in?
Jaco is usually played in C minor. For B♭ instruments that is D minor, for E♭ instruments A minor.
Who wrote Jaco?
Jaco was written by Pat Metheny.
What is the form of Jaco?
Jaco has 2 sections (AB) with 22 bars in total.
How fast is Jaco played?
The usual groove is Even eighths.
What are the chord changes to Jaco?
The opening bars are Gsus | Gsus. The full chart above can be transposed to any key.