Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bb7 | 8 | 66.7% |
| Eb7 | 3 | 25.0% |
| F7 | 1 | 8.3% |
No obvious ii-V patterns detected.
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs a standard 12-bar blues structure based on the chords provided (Bb7 as the I chord).
- Features a literal I7 to IV7 movement (Bb7 to Eb7) in the second phrase, reinforcing the subdominant relationship.
- Utilizes a traditional V-IV-I cadence (F7-Eb7-Bb7) in the final turnaround rather than a complex ii-V-I, maintaining a roots-oriented blues feel.
- The harmonic rhythm is steady, with the tonic Bb7 occupying the first four measures, providing significant stability for melodic development.
Improvisation Focus Bb Blues Scale (Bb, Db, Eb, E, F, Ab) to capture the quintessential “Lester Leaps In” era swing feel.
Difficulty Rating 2/5. The predictable 12-bar structure and slow harmonic changes make it an ideal entry point for mastering basic blues phrasing and swing articulation.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume II
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