Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Em7 | 9 | 14.3% |
| Dm7 | 9 | 14.3% |
| G7 | 7 | 11.1% |
| A7 | 6 | 9.5% |
| C6 | 5 | 7.9% |
| G7#5 | 3 | 4.8% |
| Gm7 | 3 | 4.8% |
| C7 | 3 | 4.8% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Em7 -> A7 | Setup (Major Key) | 6 |
| A7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 6 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 6 |
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 3 |
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| F#m7b5 -> B7b13 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| B7b13 -> Em7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| F#m7b5 -> B7#9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| B7#9 -> Em7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| D7 -> Gmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs a tonicization of the IV chord via a ii-V of IV (Gm7 - C7 to Fmaj7), breaking the diatonic flow of C major.
- Utilizes the minor subdominant (Fm6) to create a “sentimental” resolution back to the tonic, emphasizing the b6 scale degree (Ab).
- Features a chromatic tritone substitution (Ab7#11) as a subV/V, providing a smooth melodic descent to the dominant G7.
- Integrates a iii-VI-ii-V turnaround (Em7 - A7 - Dm7 - G7) which facilitates continuous motion through secondary dominants.
Improvisation Focus Guide tone voice-leading, specifically targeting the 3rds and 7ths to navigate the frequent ii-V transitions and minor subdominant coloration.
Difficulty Rating 3/5. While the ballad tempo is forgiving, the frequent shifts between major and minor tonalities and the use of chromatic substitutions require sophisticated harmonic awareness.
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The Real Book - Volume II
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