Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Fm7 | 8 | 22.2% |
| Bb7 | 8 | 22.2% |
| Ebmaj7 | 5 | 13.9% |
| C7b9 | 2 | 5.6% |
| Ab7 | 2 | 5.6% |
| Gm7 | 2 | 5.6% |
| Gb7 | 2 | 5.6% |
| Cm7 | 2 | 5.6% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 8 |
| Bb7 -> Ebmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 3 |
| C7b9 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Bb7 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Ebmaj7 -> Ab7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| G7 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Bb7#5 -> Ebmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights:
- Frequent I-VI-ii-V turnarounds utilize the C7b9 secondary dominant to intensify the resolution to the ii chord (Fm7).
- A chromatic descending line (Gm7 - Gb7 - Fm7) functions via a tritone substitution (Gb7 replacing C7) for smooth voice leading.
- Inclusion of the IV7 (Ab7) provides “backdoor” dominant flavor, momentarily pulling away from the purely diatonic Eb major center.
Improvisation Focus: Eb Major Bebop scale to bridge the gap between diatonic stability and the frequent dominant-to-minor resolutions.
Difficulty Rating: 2/5; the tune relies on standard jazz clichés and predictable cadences, making it approachable for developing improvisers.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume III
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