Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Fm/maj7 | 2 | 12.5% |
| Fm6 | 2 | 12.5% |
| Gm9 | 2 | 12.5% |
| C13 | 1 | 6.2% |
| Cm9 | 1 | 6.2% |
| F13 | 1 | 6.2% |
| Bbm9 | 1 | 6.2% |
| Eb13 | 1 | 6.2% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm9 -> C7b13 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Tonic Minor Prolongation: The composition opens with Fm/maj7 to Fm6, establishing a strong F melodic minor foundation rather than a standard natural minor.
- Sequential II-V Chains: A defining sequence of descending II-V cells (Bbm9-Eb13 to Abm9-Db13 to F#m9-B13) creates rapid, non-diatonic modulations that challenge tonal stability.
- Subdominant Modulation: The use of Cm9-F13 acts as a ii-V leading to the IV chord (Bbm9), briefly shifting the harmonic center before the chromatic sequence begins.
- Minor Turnaround: Employs a standard Gm9-C7b13 (ii-V) to facilitate a strong functional return to the F minor tonic.
Improvisation Focus Navigating rapid II-V sequences using digital patterns and smooth voice-leading across shifting tonal centers.
Difficulty Rating 4/5: The high-speed chromatic II-V transitions in the “B” section require advanced harmonic fluency and the ability to transpose melodic ideas instantly.
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