Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Fm7 | 10 | 26.3% |
| Bb7 | 10 | 26.3% |
| Ebmaj7 | 8 | 21.1% |
| Gm7 | 4 | 10.5% |
| C7 | 4 | 10.5% |
| Abmaj7 | 2 | 5.3% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 10 |
| Bb7 -> Ebmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 8 |
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 4 |
| C7 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 4 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The structure relies heavily on diatonic ii-V-I progressions in Eb Major (Fm7-Bb7-Ebmaj7), emphasizing stable tonal centers.
- Secondary dominants appear via Gm7-C7, functioning as a ii-V of the supertonic (Fm7) to add harmonic forward motion.
- The inclusion of Abmaj7 (IV) creates a subdominant expansion, softening the resolution back to the tonic or the next ii-V cycle.
Improvisation Focus The Eb Major Pentatonic scale, combined with rhythmic emphasis on the “Clave” or Calypso feel, is essential for capturing the tune’s melodic simplicity.
Difficulty Rating 2/5; the predictable harmonic rhythm and lack of complex modulations make it an ideal vehicle for mastering basic ii-V-I vocabulary.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume II
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