Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 | 6 | 19.4% |
| Bb7#11 | 4 | 12.9% |
| Em7b5 | 4 | 12.9% |
| A7b9 | 4 | 12.9% |
| Bb6 | 4 | 12.9% |
| Gm7 | 3 | 9.7% |
| Cm7 | 3 | 9.7% |
| F7 | 3 | 9.7% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Em7b5 -> A7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 4 |
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| A7b9 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Dual-tonality structure: The A-section centers on D minor (i) while the resolution and bridge emphasize Bb major (I).
- The Bb7#11 functions as a Lydian Dominant chord, acting as a chromatic neighbor or tritone-related tension resolving back to the Dm7.
- Minor ii-V-i sequences (Em7b5 - A7b9 - Dm) create strong functional pull toward the minor tonic, contrasting the major-key cycles.
- The bridge utilizes standard I-vi-ii-V cycles in Bb major, providing a familiar “rhythm changes” harmonic framework.
Improvisation Focus D Melodic Minor.
Difficulty Rating 2: The piece utilizes standard functional harmony and accessible ii-V patterns, making it an excellent study for navigating minor-to-major key shifts.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume III
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