Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bbmaj7 | 7 | 17.1% |
| F7 | 5 | 12.2% |
| Gbmaj7 | 5 | 12.2% |
| Dmaj7 | 5 | 12.2% |
| A7 | 4 | 9.8% |
| Em7 | 3 | 7.3% |
| Db7 | 3 | 7.3% |
| Eb7 | 2 | 4.9% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| F7 -> Bbmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 5 |
| Db7 -> Gbmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 3 |
| A7 -> Dmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 3 |
| Eb7 -> Abmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| B7 -> Emaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| G7 -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The structure is a radical re-harmonization of the standard “Tune Up,” replacing traditional ii-V-I cadences with “Coltrane Changes.”
- It utilizes a symmetrical division of the octave into three equal parts, modulating through tonic centers separated by major thirds: Bb, Gb, and D.
- Each tonal center is approached via its secondary dominant (V7–I), creating a high-density harmonic rhythm of two chords per measure.
- The progression functions as a cycle of major third relationships, known as a multi-tonic system, which obscures the primary key of D minor.
Improvisation Focus Coltrane Cycles and 1-2-3-5 digital patterns.
Difficulty Rating 5/5: The extreme tempo combined with rapid-fire modulations across distant keys requires master-level harmonic visualization and technical facility.
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The Real Book - Volume I
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