Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bb7 | 10 | 23.3% |
| Fm7 | 8 | 18.6% |
| Cm7 | 6 | 14.0% |
| Ebmaj7 | 5 | 11.6% |
| Db7 | 3 | 7.0% |
| C7 | 2 | 4.7% |
| B7 | 2 | 4.7% |
| Eb6 | 2 | 4.7% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 8 |
| Bb7 -> Ebmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 4 |
| Bb7 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Abm7 -> Db7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Db7 -> Gbmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The A-section is built on the I-vi-ii-V7 turnaround (Ebmaj7-Cm7-Fm7-Bb7), a foundational “ice cream change” cycle that provides continuous circular momentum.
- The bridge employs a chromatic descending dominant chain (Db7-C7-B7-Bb7), which functions as an elongated turnaround to re-establish the tonic Eb major.
- The use of secondary dominants (such as C7 leading to Fm7) and tritone substitutions (A7#11) adds sophisticated voice-leading to an otherwise diatonic framework.
Improvisation Focus Mastering chord tone targeting within the I-vi-ii-V cell to navigate the rapid harmonic rhythm.
Difficulty Rating 2/5: The predictable repetitive structure is beginner-friendly, though the bridge requires basic knowledge of chromatic movement and secondary dominants.
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The Real Book - Volume VI
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