Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Eb7 | 4 | 11.1% |
| Cm7 | 4 | 11.1% |
| Fm7 | 3 | 8.3% |
| Bbm7 | 3 | 8.3% |
| C7 | 3 | 8.3% |
| Dbmaj7 | 2 | 5.6% |
| Abmaj7 | 2 | 5.6% |
| F7 | 2 | 5.6% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Eb7 -> Abmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| F7 -> Bbm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Bbm7 -> Eb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Ebm7 -> Ab7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Ab7 -> Dbmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The progression utilizes secondary dominants, specifically F7 (V/ii) and C7 (V/vi), to create strong directional pulls toward the Bbm7 and Fmaj7 target chords.
- The bridge features a distinct modulation to the parallel major of the relative minor (F Major), shifting the tonal center via a series of ii-V-I cells (Gm7-C7-Fmaj7).
- The structure relies on frequent ii-V-I turnarounds in Ab major, often preceded by a IV major (Dbmaj7) to reinforce the subdominant function before resolving to the tonic.
Improvisation Focus Targeting guide tones (3rds and 7ths) to navigate the frequent ii-V-I transitions and the modulation between Ab Major and F Major.
Difficulty Rating 2/5: The harmonic rhythm is steady and the modulations are diatonically logical, making it an accessible standard for practicing fundamental ii-V-I vocabulary.
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The Real Book - Volume V
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