Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm | 4 | 20.0% |
| D7b9 | 4 | 20.0% |
| Cm | 4 | 20.0% |
| G7b9 | 3 | 15.0% |
| A7b9 | 2 | 10.0% |
| Dm7b5 | 1 | 5.0% |
| Am7b5 | 1 | 5.0% |
| Dm | 1 | 5.0% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| G7b9 -> Cm | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Gm -> D7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Dm7b5 -> G7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| Am7b5 -> D7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| D7b9 -> Gm | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| A7b9 -> Dm | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Frequent minor ii-V-i progressions (Am7b5–D7b9–Gm) establish a dark, sophisticated G minor tonality.
- Secondary dominant sequences (Dm7b5–G7b9) are used to target the IV chord (Cm), a hallmark of Brazilian jazz composition.
- The B-section utilizes a secondary dominant (A7b9) to briefly pivot toward the dominant minor area (Dm), creating structural contrast.
- Consistent application of dominant b9 extensions provides high-tension resolutions typical of the Bossa Nova style.
Improvisation Focus G Harmonic Minor (utilizing the F# leading tone to navigate D7b9 and G7b9 dominant resolutions).
Difficulty Rating 3/5: The tune is rhythmically straightforward, but navigating the frequent minor ii-V-i cells and the modulation to the dominant minor requires intermediate harmonic awareness.
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The Real Book - Volume II
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