Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bbm7 | 7 | 17.1% |
| Eb7 | 7 | 17.1% |
| Abmaj7 | 5 | 12.2% |
| Cm7 | 4 | 9.8% |
| Dm7 | 3 | 7.3% |
| G7 | 3 | 7.3% |
| F7#9 | 3 | 7.3% |
| Ebm7 | 2 | 4.9% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bbm7 -> Eb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 7 |
| Eb7 -> Abmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 4 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| G7 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 3 |
| F7#9 -> Bbm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 3 |
| Ebm7 -> Ab7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Ab7 -> Dbmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Cm7 -> F7#9 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| F7 -> Bbm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Cm7b5 -> F7#9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs a secondary ii-V (Ebm7 - Ab7) to tonicize the IV chord (Dbmaj7), a hallmark of the bossa nova style.
- Utilizes a “backdoor” approach or sequential ii-Vs (Dm7 - G7 moving to Cm7 - F7) to navigate toward the relative minor center.
- Features altered dominant tension (F7#9) to create a strong pull back to the ii chord (Bbm7) during the turnaround.
- Maintains tonal stability in Ab major while frequently cycling through brief modular shifts via the circle of fifths.
Improvisation Focus Fluid navigation of shifting ii-V-I sequences across multiple temporary key centers.
Difficulty Rating 3/5 — While the tempo is relaxed, the constant modulation between Ab major, Db major, and C minor requires advanced harmonic mapping.
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The Real Book - Volume I
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