Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 | 10 | 14.5% |
| G7 | 7 | 10.1% |
| C6 | 7 | 10.1% |
| C7 | 5 | 7.2% |
| Cm | 4 | 5.8% |
| Cmaj7 | 4 | 5.8% |
| Em7 | 4 | 5.8% |
| Db | 2 | 2.9% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| C7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| C7 -> Fm | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| G7 -> Cm | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| C#7b9 -> F#m7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| F#m7 -> B7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| B7 -> Em7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| G7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Frequent modal interchange between the C minor verse and the C major chorus, creating a sophisticated push-pull of tonality.
- Integration of the Neapolitan (bII) chord (Db major) functioning as a chromatic predominant leading toward the V7.
- Extensive use of secondary dominants (C7 to Fm; D7 to G7) that reinforce temporary tonal centers before returning to the tonic.
- Chromatic approach chords and cycle-of-fifths movement bridge the gap between the minor-heavy introduction and major-centric sections.
Improvisation Focus Modal Interchange Navigation: Mastery of switching fluently between C Aeolian/Dorian scales and the C Major/Ionian landscape.
Difficulty Rating 3/5: The challenge lies in managing the rapid shifts between parallel keys and navigating the specific chromaticism typical of Cole Porter’s compositional style.
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The Real Book - Volume V
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