Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| C7 | 6 | 18.2% |
| G7 | 6 | 18.2% |
| Ab7 | 4 | 12.1% |
| F7 | 3 | 9.1% |
| Bb7 | 3 | 9.1% |
| Eb6 | 3 | 9.1% |
| Eb7 | 2 | 6.1% |
| Ab6 | 2 | 6.1% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A07 -> Dm7b5 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Dm7b5 -> G7 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The progression employs a prominent III7 - VI7 - II7 - V7 (G7 - C7 - F7 - Bb7) turnaround, driving strong melodic motion back to the Eb tonic.
- The use of Ab7 (bIV7) acting as a chromatic neighbor or tritone substitute approach to G7 (III7) creates a sophisticated blues-inflected harmonic character.
- The bridge utilizes a classic IV - #IV°7 - I/V (Ab6 - A°7 - Eb/Bb) sequence, a staple of gospel and early swing that provides effective tension before the resolution.
Improvisation Focus Eb Major and Minor Blues scale integration combined with chord-tone targeting on the dominant cycles.
Difficulty Rating 2/5; the tune follows predictable jazz-blues logic and a moderate tempo, making it accessible for developing ears.
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The Real Book - Volume I
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