Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Fmaj7 | 7 | 20.6% |
| F6 | 5 | 14.7% |
| Gm7 | 5 | 14.7% |
| C7 | 5 | 14.7% |
| E7 | 2 | 5.9% |
| Eb7 | 2 | 5.9% |
| D7 | 2 | 5.9% |
| Amaj7 | 1 | 2.9% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 3 |
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Fmaj7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Bm7 -> E7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| D7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The composition features a distinct modulation to A major (the III major) via a Bm7–E7–Amaj7 progression, creating a bright chromatic mediant shift from F major.
- Berlin utilizes tonic prolongation through Fmaj7 to F6 movement, maintaining a stable harmonic rhythm before the secondary dominant transitions.
- The transition from A7 to C7 acts as a bridge between the distant A major tonality and the home key dominant, re-establishing the F major center.
- Consistent ii-V-I sequences (Gm7-C7-Fmaj7) reinforce the traditional 32-bar song form structure.
Improvisation Focus Pivot-chord mapping to navigate the sudden tonal shift between the F major and A major key centers.
Difficulty Rating 2/5. The piece is largely diatonic and slow-moving, though the excursion to A major requires basic proficiency in shifting tonal centers.
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The Real Book - Volume I
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