Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| F7 | 10 | 29.4% |
| Bb6 | 6 | 17.6% |
| Cm7/F | 4 | 11.8% |
| Bb7 | 2 | 5.9% |
| Ab7 | 2 | 5.9% |
| G7sus | 2 | 5.9% |
| C7 | 2 | 5.9% |
| Cm7 | 2 | 5.9% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cm7/F -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 4 |
| F7 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| F7 -> Bbmaj7/F | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| G7/F -> Cm7/F | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs a chromatic “backdoor” sequence where the I7 (Bb7) moves to bVII7 (Ab7), creating a sophisticated modal descent toward the VI7 (G7sus).
- Integrates secondary dominants (C7 as V/V) to strengthen the resolution to the F7 turnaround, a hallmark of the bebop-to-cool-jazz transition.
- Utilizes a tonicized pedal point (F) during the turnaround (Bbmaj7/F to Cm7/F), which stabilizes the harmonic rhythm despite the shifting upper-structure tensions.
Improvisation Focus Bb Mixolydian and Major scale integration, specifically targeting the transition from the natural 6 (G) to the flatted 7 (Ab) to navigate the Ab7 chord.
Difficulty Rating 2/5. The predictable harmonic rhythm and slow tempo make it an accessible entry point for practicing non-diatonic dominant substitutions.
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The Real Book - Volume VI
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