Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cm7 | 5 | 10.4% |
| Abmaj7 | 5 | 10.4% |
| Fm7 | 4 | 8.3% |
| Bb7sus | 4 | 8.3% |
| Bb9 | 3 | 6.2% |
| Cmaj7 | 3 | 6.2% |
| Bb9/Ab | 3 | 6.2% |
| B07 | 3 | 6.2% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Fm7 -> Bb7sus | Setup (Major Key) | 4 |
| Dm7b5 -> G7b9#5 | Setup (Minor Key) | 2 |
| G7b9#5 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| G7b9#5 -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs a standard ii-V-I in the relative major (Fm7 - Bb7 - Ebmaj7) to momentarily shift tonal gravity away from the C minor tonic.
- Utilizes a classic minor ii-V-i (Dm7b5 - G7b9#5 - Cm7) featuring altered dominant tensions to provide dark, sophisticated resolutions.
- Features a significant modal shift to the parallel major (Cmaj7), creating a poignant “Tierce de Picardie” effect that alters the emotional landscape.
- The use of Abmaj9 as a bVI chord acts as a subdominant substitute, facilitating smooth voice leading back to the ii-V turnaround.
Improvisation Focus C Melodic Minor and the Eb Major/C Minor relationship.
Difficulty Rating 3 (Intermediate): While the harmonic rhythm is slow, the performer must navigate frequent shifts between the natural minor and parallel major tonalities with lyrical sensitivity.
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The Real Book - Volume V
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