Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cmaj7 | 2 | 11.1% |
| A7b9 | 2 | 11.1% |
| Dm7 | 2 | 11.1% |
| Bmaj7 | 1 | 5.6% |
| Bbmaj7#11 | 1 | 5.6% |
| Fm7 | 1 | 5.6% |
| Bb7 | 1 | 5.6% |
| E13 | 1 | 5.6% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A7b9 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| F7 -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The opening features a distinct chromatic parallel descent (Cmaj7 – Bmaj7 – Bbmaj7#11), creating a non-functional, atmospheric texture characteristic of Jobim’s impressionistic style.
- A minor ii-V (Fm7 – Bb7) acts as a backdoor resolution, momentarily shifting the tonal center and adding harmonic “sighs” through subdominant minor color.
- The bridge utilizes a rapid cycle of fourths consisting of dominant 7th chords (A9 – D7 – G7 – C7 – F7), requiring precise voice leading across varying altered extensions.
- Frequent use of the tritone substitute (Db7#11) facilitates smooth semitone resolutions back to the tonic or landing chords.
Improvisation Focus The Lydian Dominant scale is essential for navigating the abundance of non-resolving dominant 7th chords and tritone substitutions.
Difficulty Rating 4/5: The heavy reliance on chromaticism and non-functional harmony demands a high level of vertical awareness and sophisticated melodic ear training.
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The Real Book - Volume I
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