C Jam Blues, in Db
The title of this fun piece by Duke Ellington is C Jam Blues, but the key they play the song in is Db. So, I refer to this song as Db Jam Blues and use "D flat" as its lyrics. This is to help you get a feel for playing the tune. Say the words as you play the notes. There are three basic chords: Db6 Gb6 Ab7. In the attached chart you'll learn how to play an arpeggio of each chord that creates a walking bass line, a stream of quarter notes that flow throughout the song to give you a swinging beat, synchronized with the drummers ride cymbal. The form of the tune is called 12 Bar Blues. This is a valuable form to learn because many songs are based on it.
Use the GUITARĀ & BASS charts to play along with the attached video.
Charts
Db Jam Blues TAB gtr-lead sheet
Db Jam Blues TAB bass-lead sheet