Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| F | 10 | 18.2% |
| C7 | 6 | 10.9% |
| Gm7 | 5 | 9.1% |
| Bb | 5 | 9.1% |
| Caug | 4 | 7.3% |
| Bb/D | 4 | 7.3% |
| F/A | 2 | 3.6% |
| Dm | 2 | 3.6% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 4 |
| Am/E -> E7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| E7 -> Am | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Fm6/Ab -> C7/G | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| C7/G -> Gm7/C | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| C7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Recurring V+ (Caug) chords provide a signature “shimmering” tension, characteristic of the 20th-century musical theater aesthetic.
- The use of secondary dominants (F7 to Bb) facilitates smooth transitions to the subdominant, maintaining a bright, forward-moving harmonic rhythm.
- Stepwise bass inversions (F/A to Gm7) create a linear, melodic foundation that supports the 3/4 waltz feel.
- Functional diatonic cycling (Dm - Gm7 - C7) ensures the piece remains grounded in F Major while exploring standard jazz-standard turnarounds.
Improvisation Focus
F Major Diatonic scale with a specific focus on the #5 (G#) to navigate the recurring augmented dominant tensions.
Difficulty Rating
2/5: The structure relies on predictable diatonic movements and simple secondary dominants, making it highly approachable for most intermediate improvisers.
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The Real Book - Volume V
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