Bluehawk (Bb major) - Jazz Analysis & Chords

Chord Distribution Analysis

No obvious ii-V patterns detected.

Harmonic Highlights

• Employs a fundamental 12-bar blues structure using purely dominant 7th chords, reinforcing a raw, traditional blues tonality.
• Features a simplified turnaround in measures 9-12, opting for a direct V7-I7 cadence (F7 to Bb7) rather than the standard ii-V-I progression.
• Utilizes harmonic stasis in bars 3-4 and 7-8, providing a rhythmic anchor that emphasizes Monk’s signature “stride” influenced accompaniment.

Improvisation Focus Bb Blues scale combined with rhythmic displacement and chromatic “crushed” notes.

Difficulty Rating 2/5: The harmonic progression is rudimentary, but executing Monk’s specific rhythmic phrasing and dissonant clusters requires advanced stylistic awareness.