Flying Home (Eb major) - Jazz Analysis & Chords

Chord Distribution Analysis

No obvious ii-V patterns detected.

Harmonic Highlights

• The sequence Eb - Eb/Db - Cm7 utilizes a descending chromatic inner voice (Eb-Db-C) to transition smoothly from the tonic to the submediant.
• The B7 chord functions as a tritone substitute (subV/V), providing a chromatic approach to the Bb7 dominant rather than a standard ii-V.
• The structure employs a modified “Rhythm Changes” AABA form, using dominant 7th cycling in the bridge (Eb7 to Ab7) to shift tonal focus toward the subdominant.

Improvisation Focus Eb Major Pentatonic and Blues scales combined with rhythmic riff-based development.

Difficulty Rating 2/5. The repetitive harmonic rhythm and clear riff-based melody make it an ideal vehicle for practicing basic swing feel and blues vocabulary.