Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Eb7 | 11 | 27.5% |
| Bbm7 | 9 | 22.5% |
| Fm7 | 4 | 10.0% |
| Bb7 | 3 | 7.5% |
| Eb6 | 2 | 5.0% |
| F9 | 2 | 5.0% |
| Eb07 | 2 | 5.0% |
| Ebmaj7 | 1 | 2.5% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bbm7 -> Eb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 9 |
| Eb7 -> Bbm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 8 |
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Bb7 -> Ebmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Fm7 -> C7b13 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Fm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Uses standard diatonic ii-V-I progressions (Fm7 - Bb7 - Ebmaj7) to firmly establish the Eb major tonal center.
- Employs the VI7 chord (C7b13) as a secondary dominant leading to the ii (Fm7/F9), adding sophisticated chromatic tension to the turnaround.
- The bridge shifts to the subdominant area (Ab major) via repetitive ii-V sequences (Bbm7 - Eb7), a classic swing-era modulation.
- Incorporates diminished passing chords (Eb°7) to bridge tonic and dominant functions smoothly within the rhythm section.
Improvisation Focus Eb Major Bebop scale for the A sections, transitioning to Ab Mixolydian/Bebop to navigate the bridge’s ii-V cycles.
Difficulty Rating 2/5: The harmony relies on predictable ii-V-I patterns and standard modulations, making it a foundational study for swing-style improvisation.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume VI
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