Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Fmaj7 | 2 | 25.0% |
| Bbmaj7 | 2 | 25.0% |
| Eb7 | 2 | 25.0% |
| Bm7 | 1 | 12.5% |
| E7b13 | 1 | 12.5% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bm7 -> E7b13 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Bbmaj7 -> Eb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The transition from Fmaj7 (bIII) to Bm7-E7b13 establishes a secondary ii-V sequence that momentarily shifts the tonal center away from D minor, creating a sophisticated “side-slipping” harmonic tension.
- The sequence of Bbmaj7 (VI) to Eb7 functions as a bII7 (tritone substitute for the dominant V) or a “backdoor” resolution, facilitating a smooth chromatic descent typical of the Bossa Nova idiom.
- The harmony relies on parallel movement and dominant extensions, specifically using the b13 on the E7 chord to provide a melodic bridge between the tonic and subdominant areas.
Improvisation Focus Guide tone navigation through shifting ii-V cells and the application of the Lydian Dominant scale over the Eb7 chord.
Difficulty Rating 3/5. The relaxed tempo masks frequent non-diatonic modulations and secondary dominants that require precise knowledge of chord tones and voice leading.
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The Real Book - Volume I
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