Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Ab7#11 | 5 | 20.8% |
| G7b13 | 2 | 8.3% |
| Dm7b5 | 2 | 8.3% |
| C6 | 2 | 8.3% |
| Cm7 | 1 | 4.2% |
| Cm7/Bb | 1 | 4.2% |
| Am7b5 | 1 | 4.2% |
| Cm7/G | 1 | 4.2% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| G7b13 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| G7b9/F -> Cm7/Eb | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Bb7 -> Ebmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Dm7b5 -> G7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Frequent use of Ab7#11 (bVI7) as a tritone substitute for the secondary dominant (V/V), creating a smooth chromatic resolution to the G7 dominant.
- Stepwise descending bass movement (Cm7/Bb to Am7b5 to Ab7) creates a classic “line cliché” that defines the somber, ballad character.
- Sophisticated voice leading via slash chords like Ab7/Gb and G7b9/F maximizes chromatic half-step motion toward the tonic.
- Modal shift from the dark C minor tonality to the parallel C major (C6) provides a stark resolution and emotional contrast.
Improvisation Focus C Melodic Minor and its related modes (specifically Altered and Lydian Dominant).
Difficulty Rating 4/5: The dense chromaticism, complex slash chords, and slow tempo require a high level of harmonic sophistication and melodic control.
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