
Sunny by Bobby Hebb is a timeless soul-jazz classic that has been covered by artists across genres—from James Brown and Stevie Wonder to George Benson and Pat Martino.
With its infectious groove and uplifting melody, Sunny remains a favourite on jazz, funk, and soul gigs around the world.
The tune is based on a simple but rich harmonic structure, offering plenty of scope for creative improvisation while staying rooted in a strong melodic framework. Its feel-good vibe makes it a joy to play – and a great vehicle for developing your soloing skills.
In this tutorial, you get:
- A full video tutorial for tenor sax, showing you exactly how to play the melody and how to solo with confidence.
- A downloadable PDF lead sheet, clearly annotated for developing readers.
- A dedicated improvisation guide explaining how to approach the chord progression in a musical and intuitive way.
- A downloadable backing track to practise with and lock into the groove.
This course walks you through everything step by step, giving you the tools to understand, enjoy, and confidently improvise on one of the most beloved tunes in the repertoire.