Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Eb7 | 12 | 35.3% |
| Bbm7 | 11 | 32.4% |
| Abmaj7 | 6 | 17.6% |
| Cmaj7 | 4 | 11.8% |
| Db9#11 | 1 | 2.9% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bbm7 -> Eb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 11 |
| Eb7 -> Bbm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 7 |
| Eb7 -> Abmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 4 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The structure relies on extended ii-V-I sequences in Ab major, utilizing Bbm7 and Eb7 to delay resolution and build tension typical of Latin-jazz standards.
- A prominent modulation to the mediant major (Cmaj7) creates a stark tonal shift, moving from four flats to a natural key center.
- The use of Db9#11 functions as a Lydian Dominant IV chord, providing a sophisticated color shift before returning to the Cmaj7 or Abmaj7 tonal centers.
- The harmony frequently alternates between the tonic (Abmaj7) and the supertonic (Bbm7), establishing a stable, rhythmic foundation for melodic syncopation.
Improvisation Focus Navigating the modulation between the Ab Major and C Major tonal centers using smooth guide-tone connections.
Difficulty Rating 2/5: While the ii-V patterns are repetitive and accessible, the abrupt shift to the distant C major bridge requires basic modulation awareness.