Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| F6 | 9 | 23.1% |
| C7 | 9 | 23.1% |
| Gm7 | 5 | 12.8% |
| F | 4 | 10.3% |
| Faug | 4 | 10.3% |
| Fmaj7 | 4 | 10.3% |
| F7 | 1 | 2.6% |
| Bbmaj7 | 1 | 2.6% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 5 |
| F7 -> Bbmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The opening sequence (F, Faug, F6, Fmaj7) creates a chromatic inner-voice movement (C – C# – D – E) that adds linear motion to a static tonic harmony.
- Frequent ii-V7 cells (Gm7 – C7) establish a strong rhythmic “bounce” and clearly define the F major tonality throughout the A-sections.
- The transition to the subdominant (Bbmaj7) in the bridge follows traditional Great American Songbook architecture, relying on diatonic stability rather than complex modulation.
Improvisation Focus F Major Blues Scale to capture the gospel-inflected, “preacher-style” character of the original melody.
Difficulty Rating 2/5: The predictable ii-V motions and lack of non-diatonic shifts make this an accessible entry point for intermediate players.
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The Real Book - Volume III
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