Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bbmaj7 | 7 | 15.9% |
| Cm7 | 7 | 15.9% |
| F7 | 7 | 15.9% |
| B07 | 4 | 9.1% |
| Ebmaj7 | 4 | 9.1% |
| Fm7 | 3 | 6.8% |
| Bb7 | 3 | 6.8% |
| C#07 | 2 | 4.5% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 4 |
| F7 -> Bbmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 4 |
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| C7b9 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Bb7 -> Ebmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Bb7b9 -> Ebmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Bbmaj7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs chromatic diminished chords ($B^\circ 7$ and $C#^\circ 7$) as passing connectors to create smooth voice leading between the Imaj7, iim7, and I/3 chords.
- Utilizes a “Rhythm Changes” variation in the A sections, substituting standard diatonic movements with chromatic neighbors to achieve Monk’s signature angular sound.
- The B section modulates to the subdominant (Eb major) using standard ii-V cycles ($Fm7$ - $Bb7$), providing a stable tonal contrast to the chromaticism of the A sections.
Improvisation Focus
- Bb Major Blues Scale emphasizing “crushed” grace notes (minor 3rd to major 3rd) to capture Monk’s idiosyncratic rhythmic and melodic language.
Difficulty Rating
- 3/5: The underlying AABA structure is accessible, but navigating the chromatic passing chords and specific rhythmic displacements requires intermediate-level harmonic awareness and timing.