Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Ebmaj7 | 4 | 33.3% |
| F7 | 2 | 16.7% |
| Am7 | 1 | 8.3% |
| D7 | 1 | 8.3% |
| Gm7 | 1 | 8.3% |
| C7 | 1 | 8.3% |
| Fm7 | 1 | 8.3% |
| Bb7 | 1 | 8.3% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Based on the chord changes of the popular song “Whispering,” this contrafact utilizes sophisticated bebop reharmonization.
- Features a prominent non-diatonic ii-V (Am7-D7) in the third and fourth bars, briefly tonicizing the iii (Gm) before returning to Eb Major.
- Employs sequential dominant motion (Gm7-C7 to F7, followed by Fm7-Bb7), a hallmark of the bebop style that creates constant harmonic forward motion.
- The structure relies on rapid cycles of ii-V progressions that require smooth voice leading to connect disparate key areas.
Improvisation Focus
Guide-tone navigation to highlight 3rds and 7ths through rapid ii-V-I sequences.
Difficulty Rating
3/5: The standard requires navigating non-diatonic ii-V shifts and secondary dominants at typical bebop tempos, demanding solid knowledge of functional harmony.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume I
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