Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Ebmaj7 | 6 | 16.7% |
| Dbmaj7 | 4 | 11.1% |
| Bbm7 | 2 | 5.6% |
| Eb7 | 2 | 5.6% |
| Abmaj7 | 2 | 5.6% |
| Abm/maj7 | 2 | 5.6% |
| Gm | 2 | 5.6% |
| Ebm6 | 2 | 5.6% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bbm7 -> Eb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Eb7 -> Abmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Gm7 -> C7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| C7b9 -> Fm | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Fm7 -> Bb7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Bb7b9 -> Ebmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights:
- The opening I - bVII (Ebmaj7 - Dbmaj7) movement utilizes constant-structure harmony to create a Lydian/Mixolydian atmosphere, bypassing traditional dominant-tonic tension.
- The sudden shift to Cmaj7 represents a chromatic modulation to a non-diatonic VI major, briefly establishing a new tonal center via an Am9-Dm9-G13 turnaround.
- The integration of the minor subdominant (Abm/maj7) and modal interchange chords like Ebm6 (functioning as a borrowed iv6) creates the signature “saudade” harmonic tension.
Improvisation Focus: Navigating non-functional root movements and chromatic mediant shifts through precise voice-leading.
Difficulty Rating: 4/5: The non-standard modulations and frequent shifts between unrelated major-seventh chords demand sophisticated modal awareness and advanced melodic navigation.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume II
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