Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Eb6 | 8 | 20.5% |
| Bb7 | 7 | 17.9% |
| Fm7 | 6 | 15.4% |
| Ebmaj7 | 5 | 12.8% |
| C7b9 | 3 | 7.7% |
| Eb7 | 2 | 5.1% |
| Abmaj7 | 2 | 5.1% |
| Abm7 | 1 | 2.6% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 6 |
| C7b9 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 3 |
| Bb7 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Bb7 -> Ebmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Eb7 -> Abmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Ebmaj7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Abm7 -> Db7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Gm7 -> C7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Fm7b5 -> Bb7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs a VI7(b9) secondary dominant (C7b9) to create tension leading into the ii-V (Fm7-Bb7) progression.
- Utilizes a “backdoor” sequence (Abm7 to Db7) as a modal interchange, resolving the iv minor to the bVII7 before returning to the tonic.
- Features frequent ii-V-I turnarounds that establish Eb major, typical of mid-century ballad construction.
- Transitions from the IV (Abmaj7) to the minor iv (Abm7) to add a characteristic “melancholy” harmonic color.
Improvisation Focus Eb Major Bebop scale and chord-tone targeting to navigate the secondary dominants while maintaining the song’s lyrical phrasing.
Difficulty Rating 2/5: The progression relies on standard diatonic movements and common jazz cadences, making it highly accessible for intermediate improvisers.
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The Real Book - Volume III
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