Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bm7b5 | 5 | 8.3% |
| Fmaj7 | 5 | 8.3% |
| Gm7 | 5 | 8.3% |
| G7 | 4 | 6.7% |
| C7 | 4 | 6.7% |
| Bb7#11 | 3 | 5.0% |
| Ab7 | 3 | 5.0% |
| Dm7 | 3 | 5.0% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| Fmaj7 -> Bb7#11 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Em7b5 -> A7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 2 |
| A7b9 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| F7 -> Bbmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Bbm7 -> Eb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Bm7b5 -> E7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 2 |
| Fmaj7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| E7b9 -> Bm7b5 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| E7b9 -> Am7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| D7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Extensive use of chromatic side-slipping, specifically the G7 - Ab7 - G7 sequence, which creates momentary tension against the primary tonal center.
- A series of descending chromatic ii-V cycles (Dm7 - Db7 - Cm7 - F7) facilitates a smooth transition toward the subdominant Bbmaj7.
- Incorporation of the “backdoor dominant” (Eb7 to Fmaj7) allows for a non-traditional but elegant resolution to the tonic major.
- The use of Bm7b5 and Bb7#11 illustrates sophisticated modal interchange, bridging the D minor and F major tonal areas.
Improvisation Focus Voice leading through descending chromatic ii-V sequences.
Difficulty Rating 3/5. While the melody is intuitive, the rapid harmonic rhythm and frequent chromatic substitutions require precise navigation of secondary dominants.
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The Real Book - Volume II
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