Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Fm7 | 9 | 26.5% |
| Bb7 | 9 | 26.5% |
| Ebmaj7 | 5 | 14.7% |
| C7 | 3 | 8.8% |
| Abmaj7 | 3 | 8.8% |
| Bbm7 | 1 | 2.9% |
| Eb7 | 1 | 2.9% |
| Db7#11 | 1 | 2.9% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 9 |
| Bb7 -> Ebmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 4 |
| Bb7 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 3 |
| C7 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Bbm7 -> Eb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Eb7 -> Abmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Abmaj7 -> Db7#11 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights:
- Extensive use of ii-V7 cells (Fm7–Bb7) reinforces the Eb major tonic through standard functional cadences.
- The C7 chord functions as a secondary dominant (V/ii), creating a predictable chromatic pull back to the Fm7.
- Harmonic motion is strictly cyclical, utilizing the circle of fifths (VI-ii-V-I) to maintain tonal stability.
- The progression features a high density of subdominant-to-dominant resolutions typical of 1930s swing-era ballads.
Improvisation Focus: The Eb Major Bebop scale, emphasizing the resolution from the flat-7 of the Bb7 to the 3rd of the Ebmaj7.
Difficulty Rating: 1/5: The harmony is entirely diatonic with basic secondary dominants and no modulations, making it perfect for novice improvisers.