Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Abmaj7 | 4 | 17.4% |
| Csus | 4 | 17.4% |
| Eb | 2 | 8.7% |
| Cm | 2 | 8.7% |
| Eb/G | 2 | 8.7% |
| Eb/D | 1 | 4.3% |
| C/Bb | 1 | 4.3% |
| Bb/F | 1 | 4.3% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| G7/D -> Cm | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights:
- Stepwise descending bass lines (Eb to Abmaj7) create a sense of inevitable gravity and lyrical motion characteristic of Evans’ impressionistic style.
- The movement from Eb to G7/D to Cm exemplifies a functional pivot from the relative major back to the tonic minor via a secondary dominant.
- Frequent use of slash chords (Eb/D, C/Bb, Eb/G) emphasizes horizontal voice leading and smooth inner-voice transitions over vertical, static harmony.
Improvisation Focus: Voice leading through the C Aeolian and Eb Major scales to connect shifting bass inversions.
Difficulty Rating: 3/5: While the harmonic rhythm is slow, achieving the required lyrical touch and navigating the constant inversions demands significant harmonic sensitivity.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume II
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