Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 | 2 | 9.5% |
| Db7 | 2 | 9.5% |
| Am7 | 2 | 9.5% |
| Gm7 | 2 | 9.5% |
| C7 | 2 | 9.5% |
| Fmaj7 | 1 | 4.8% |
| Em7b5 | 1 | 4.8% |
| A7b9 | 1 | 4.8% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Em7b5 -> A7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| A7b9 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Bbm7 -> Eb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Abm7 -> Db7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Utilizes the “Bird Blues” structure, replacing static blues harmonies with a rapid chain of descending ii-V sequences.
- Employs sequential ii-V cells (Em7b5-A7b9 to Dm7-G7 to Cm7-F7) to transition from the tonic Fmaj7 to the IV chord (Bb7).
- Features a chromatic “side-slipping” ii-V (Abm7-Db7) in measure 8, functioning as a deceptive resolution before reaching the Gm7.
- Replaces the traditional blues ending with a back-cycled iii-VI-ii-V (Am7-D7-Gm7-C7) turnaround.
Improvisation Focus Continuous voice leading via guide tones (3rds and 7ths) to navigate rapid-fire chord changes.
Difficulty Rating 4/5: The dense harmonic rhythm and constant shifts in tonal centers demand advanced proficiency in navigating complex ii-V-I vocabulary at high tempos.
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The Real Book - Volume I
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