Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cm7 | 11 | 21.2% |
| F7 | 9 | 17.3% |
| Bbmaj7 | 6 | 11.5% |
| Bb6 | 6 | 11.5% |
| Db07 | 2 | 3.8% |
| Ab7#11 | 2 | 3.8% |
| Gm6 | 2 | 3.8% |
| Ebmaj7 | 2 | 3.8% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 9 |
| F7 -> Bbmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 5 |
| F7 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Ebm6 -> Ab7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Em7b5 -> A7sus | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs standard I-ii-V-I progressions in Bb major to establish a clear diatonic foundation.
- Incorporates a Dbº7 (biiiº) as a chromatic passing chord connecting the tonic to the ii (Cm7).
- Features a “back-door” dominant resolution (Ab7#11 to Bb6), utilizing the bVII7 to return to the tonic.
- The bridge introduces secondary dominants (Am7–D7) to pivot toward the IV chord (Ebmaj7) and the relative minor.
Improvisation Focus Bb Major Bebop Scale.
Difficulty Rating 2 (Beginner-Intermediate). The predictable AABA structure and standard functional harmony make it an ideal study for mastering diatonic navigation and basic chromatic substitutions.
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The Real Book - Volume III
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