Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 | 16 | 66.7% |
| Ebmaj7 | 4 | 16.7% |
| Dmaj7 | 4 | 16.7% |
No obvious ii-V patterns detected.
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Static Dm7 sections define a D Dorian modal foundation, requiring long-form melodic development over a single chord.
- The B section moves abruptly to Ebmaj7, acting as a bIImaj7 (Neapolitan) substitute that suggests an Eb Lydian sound.
- A parallel chromatic shift from Ebmaj7 to Dmaj7 introduces a bright, Imaj7 tonic coloration before reverting to the D minor head.
Improvisation Focus Modal shifting between D Dorian, Eb Lydian, and D Lydian scales.
Difficulty Rating 2/5: While the harmonic rhythm is slow and accessible, the challenge lies in creating compelling melodic content over extended static periods.
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The Real Book - Volume II
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