Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cmaj7 | 2 | 22.2% |
| F#m7b5 | 2 | 22.2% |
| Em7b5 | 2 | 22.2% |
| A7b13 | 2 | 22.2% |
| B7b9 | 1 | 11.1% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Em7b5 -> A7b13 | Setup (Minor Key) | 2 |
| F#m7b5 -> B7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| B7b9 -> Em7b5 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| A7b13 -> Em7b5 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The oscillation between bVImaj7 (Cmaj7) and iiø7 (F#m7b5) establishes a somber E Aeolian foundation while emphasizing subdominant minor functions.
- The Em7b5 to A7b13 sequence functions as a secondary ii-V, introducing chromatic tension that often suggests a modal shift toward the subdominant (Am) or a bVII7 resolution.
- Frequent use of the V7b9 (B7b9) provides a high-tension dominant resolution to the tonic i, requiring precise navigation of the diminished sound.
Improvisation Focus Minor ii-V-I vocabulary and the E Altered scale over the B7 dominant.
Difficulty Rating 3/5: Navigating the dark, minor-key functional harmony and the frequent secondary ii-V shifts requires a solid grasp of guide-tone connections.
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