Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Fm7 | 8 | 15.7% |
| Ebmaj7 | 7 | 13.7% |
| Bb7 | 6 | 11.8% |
| Gm7b5 | 5 | 9.8% |
| C7b9 | 5 | 9.8% |
| E07 | 2 | 3.9% |
| F#07 | 2 | 3.9% |
| Am7b5 | 2 | 3.9% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7b5 -> C7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 5 |
| C7b9 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 5 |
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 5 |
| Am7b5 -> D7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 2 |
| Bb7 -> Ebmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Dm7b5 -> G7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| G7b9 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| F#m7 -> B7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Bb7 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Ebmaj7 -> Ab7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Chromatic passing diminished chords (E°7 and F#°7) create smooth ascending voice leading between diatonic scale degrees I, ii, and iii.
- Secondary minor ii-V sequences (Gm7b5–C7b9 and Am7b5–D7b9) provide temporary tonicization of the ii (Fm7) and iii (Gm7) chords, adding sophisticated minor-key coloration.
- The inclusion of a bVII7 (Db7) “backdoor” dominant offers a characteristic non-functional chromatic resolution back to the Ebmaj7 tonic.
- High harmonic density is maintained through rapid cycle-of-fourths movements and frequent secondary dominant chains.
Improvisation Focus Navigating Secondary ii-V Progressions by utilizing the b9 and b13 tensions (Harmonic Minor of the resolution) to highlight the shifting tonal centers.
Difficulty Rating 3/5 - The rapid harmonic rhythm and frequent use of secondary dominants require an intermediate understanding of functional voice leading beyond simple diatonicism.
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The Real Book - Volume II
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