Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bb6 | 8 | 20.0% |
| F9sus | 7 | 17.5% |
| Eb7#11 | 4 | 10.0% |
| Cm7 | 3 | 7.5% |
| Cm9 | 2 | 5.0% |
| F7b9 | 2 | 5.0% |
| G7b9 | 2 | 5.0% |
| Ebmaj9 | 1 | 2.5% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7b5 -> G7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| G7b9 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Cm7 -> G7b13 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| G7b13 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Em7b5 -> A7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| Am7b5 -> D7b13 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| Ebmaj7 -> Ab7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The composition frequently employs the IV7 (Eb7#11) as a subdominant color, utilizing the Lydian Dominant sound to provide a sophisticated “backdoor” flavor despite the Bb major tonic.
- Strong secondary tonicization occurs via minor ii-V-i cells, specifically Dm7b5–G7b9 leading to Cm7, which emphasizes the supertonic (ii) region.
- The dominant tension is varied through the use of F9sus and F7b9, creating a shift from open, modal textures to high-tension altered resolutions back to Bb6.
- Brief excursions into the relative minor (G minor) are suggested through the Em7b5–A7b9 sequence, functioning as a secondary ii-V to the iii (Dm) or vi.
Improvisation Focus Chord Tone Targeting and Guide Tone Voice Leading through the shifting major and minor ii-V-I cells.
Difficulty Rating 3 (Intermediate). While the slow ballad tempo provides space, the frequent minor ii-V movements and altered dominant colors require precise harmonic navigation.
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