Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cm/Eb | 9 | 15.5% |
| Fm6 | 9 | 15.5% |
| Cm | 6 | 10.3% |
| Cm/G | 6 | 10.3% |
| Fm6/D | 3 | 5.2% |
| Fm6/Ab | 3 | 5.2% |
| G7b9/D | 3 | 5.2% |
| Ab7 | 2 | 3.4% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| G7b9/D -> Cm | Resolution (Minor) | 3 |
| Bbm7 -> Eb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| G7b9 -> Cm | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Gm7/D -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| G7 -> Cm | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Cm -> G7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs a dark, minor-key “jungle style” tonality centered on C minor, utilizing i-iv6-V7 functional relationships.
- Extensive use of inversions (Cm/Eb, Fm6/D, Cm/G) creates a linear, stepwise bass motion that drives the rhythmic “toodle-oo” feel.
- The transition from Ab7 (bVI7) to G7b9 (V7) provides a classic dominant preparation with strong chromatic tension leading back to the tonic.
Improvisation Focus C Minor Blues Scale with an emphasis on plunger-mute vocalizations and “growl” techniques.
Difficulty Rating 3/5. While the harmonic progression is functionally straightforward minor, the stylistic requirement for precise rhythmic placement and timbral control over brass effects increases the difficulty.
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The Real Book - Volume III
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