Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Db7 | 9 | 14.3% |
| Fm7 | 8 | 12.7% |
| C7 | 8 | 12.7% |
| Bb7 | 6 | 9.5% |
| Fm7/Eb | 5 | 7.9% |
| Eb7 | 5 | 7.9% |
| B7#11 | 3 | 4.8% |
| Ab6 | 3 | 4.8% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| C7 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 6 |
| Ebm7 -> Ab7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Gm7b5 -> C7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| C7b9 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| F7 -> Bbm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Gm7b5 -> C7 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights:
- The A section utilizes a minor line cliché (Fm7 - Fm7/Eb - Db7 - C7), where the Db7 (bVI7) acts as a predominant substitute leading to the V7.
- The bridge shifts to the subdominant Bb7, transitioning from a darker minor tonality to a brighter jump-blues IV7 feel.
- A descending dominant sequence (Eb7 - Db7 - C7) creates a bluesy turnaround that effectively reinforces the F minor key center.
- The B7#11 chord acts as a tritone substitution for F7, providing a smooth chromatic bridge to the subdominant Bb7.
Improvisation Focus: The F Minor Blues scale is the central concept, unifying the minor-key jazz harmony with the song’s inherent swing-blues character.
Difficulty Rating: 2/5: The song’s clear AABA structure and standard minor-key resolutions make it an ideal study for intermediate players learning chromatic voice leading.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume I
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