Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 | 6 | 18.2% |
| C6 | 5 | 15.2% |
| Em7 | 4 | 12.1% |
| Fm6 | 4 | 12.1% |
| A7b13 | 3 | 9.1% |
| Bb7 | 2 | 6.1% |
| G7#5 | 2 | 6.1% |
| Fmaj7 | 2 | 6.1% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Em7 -> A7b13 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| A7b13 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 3 |
| Fm6 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Dm7 -> G7#5 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs a chromatic secondary dominant (B7) to target the iii chord (Em7), creating a characteristic tension-release pattern within the C major framework.
- Incorporates a “backdoor” ii-V resolution (Fm6 to Bb7), utilizing modal interchange from C minor to return to the tonic.
- Features a standard iii-VI-ii-V turnaround (Em7–A7–Dm7–G7) enhanced by altered tensions like b13 and #5 for smoother melodic voice leading.
- The structure relies heavily on the minor subdominant (ivm6), providing the signature melancholic “saudade” aesthetic common in Jobim’s compositions.
Improvisation Focus F melodic minor over the Fm6 and Bb7 chords to capture the shifting colors of the minor subdominant.
Difficulty Rating 3/5: The relaxed Bossa Nova tempo provides space, but the frequent non-diatonic chord changes require a solid grasp of modal interchange.
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