Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Fm7 | 4 | 12.5% |
| C7b9 | 4 | 12.5% |
| Dm7b5 | 3 | 9.4% |
| Bb7 | 2 | 6.2% |
| G7#9 | 2 | 6.2% |
| Am7b5 | 2 | 6.2% |
| G7b9 | 2 | 6.2% |
| Ebmaj7 | 1 | 3.1% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| C7b9 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 3 |
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Dm7b5 -> G7#9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 2 |
| Bb7 -> Ebmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| G7#9 -> Cm | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| A7b5 -> Dm7b5 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| G7#9 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Am7b5 -> D7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| Dm7b5 -> G7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| Am7b5 -> D7alt | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| Gm7b5 -> C7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| Fm7 -> C7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Abm7 -> Db7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The progression begins with a diatonic cycle of fourths (iv7 - VII7 - IIImaj7 - VImaj7), momentarily implying Eb major before resolving back to the tonic C minor.
- Frequent minor ii-V-i cadences (Dm7b5 - G7alt - Cm) demand careful navigation of the altered dominant tensions (b9, #9, b13) to resolve to the tonic.
- A secondary ii-V (Am7b5 - D7alt) functions as a turnaround to the dominant G7, creating a “V of V” motion that heightens the harmonic tension.
- Voice-leading is enhanced by a descending bass line cliché (Cm - Cm/Bb - Am7b5), facilitating a smooth transition from the tonic to the D dominant chord.
Improvisation Focus C Harmonic Minor, as it provides the necessary leading tone (B natural) for the G7alt chords and fits the minor ii-V-i resolutions.
Difficulty Rating 2/5. The slow ballad tempo and predictable cycle-of-fourths movement make it accessible, though players must master minor-key functional harmony.
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The Real Book - Volume VI
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