Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bb7 | 7 | 20.6% |
| Ebmaj7 | 6 | 17.6% |
| Fm7 | 5 | 14.7% |
| G7 | 4 | 11.8% |
| Cm7 | 4 | 11.8% |
| F7 | 2 | 5.9% |
| Abmaj7#11 | 2 | 5.9% |
| Eb6 | 2 | 5.9% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 5 |
| Bb7 -> Ebmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| G7 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Abmaj7#11 -> Db7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| C7 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs a secondary dominant V7/vi (G7) to resolve into the relative minor (Cm7), creating a temporary shift in tonal gravity.
- Features a V7/V (F7) leading into the dominant (Bb7), utilizing a standard cycle-of-fifths progression common in swing-era harmony.
- The structure relies on repetitive I-ii-V-I turnarounds, establishing a clear diatonic foundation in Eb major.
Improvisation Focus Guide-tone targeting, specifically highlighting the chromatic alterations in the secondary dominants (Bâ™® for G7 and Aâ™® for F7).
Difficulty Rating 2 (Beginner) - The predictable resolutions and standard 32-bar structure make it an accessible entry point for navigating secondary dominants.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume II
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