Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 | 2 | 14.3% |
| Ebmaj7 | 2 | 14.3% |
| C7#5 | 1 | 7.1% |
| Fmaj7 | 1 | 7.1% |
| F#07 | 1 | 7.1% |
| G#07 | 1 | 7.1% |
| Am7 | 1 | 7.1% |
| Am7/G | 1 | 7.1% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 -> C7#5 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| C7#5 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Fm7 -> Bb7#5 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Bb7#5 -> Ebmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Em7b5 -> A7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Features a recurring ii-V-I sequence in F Major (Gm7–C7#5–Fmaj7), functioning as a temporary tonicization of the bVII degree within the G minor context.
- Utilizes chromatic passing diminished chords (F#°7 and G#°7) to create fluid stepwise voice leading between the diatonic minor chords.
- Employs a subdominant minor cadence (Fm7–Bb7#5–Ebmaj7) in the bridge, effectively transitioning to the flat VI major key area.
- Relies on altered dominant tensions (A7b9, C7#5) to provide the sophisticated, melancholic harmonic color essential to the Bossa Nova idiom.
Improvisation Focus Navigating the Altered scale and guide-tone connections to highlight the shifting extensions over the ii-V-I progressions.
Difficulty Rating 3/5: The moderate tempo allows for melodic exploration, but the performer must accurately track frequent modulations and chromatic passing harmonies.
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The Real Book - Volume I
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