Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7b5 | 8 | 27.6% |
| G7b9 | 8 | 27.6% |
| Cm7 | 7 | 24.1% |
| Ebmaj7 | 2 | 6.9% |
| C7b9 | 2 | 6.9% |
| Fm7 | 1 | 3.4% |
| F#07 | 1 | 3.4% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7b5 -> G7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 8 |
| G7b9 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 6 |
| C7b9 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Features a repetitive iim7b5–V7b9–im7 turnaround in C minor, emphasizing the b9 (Ab) to root (G) resolution on the dominant.
- The bridge modulates to the relative major (Ebmaj7) and utilizes a VI7 (C7b9) as a secondary dominant to target the IVm7 (Fm7).
- Incorporates a #IV diminished chord (F#o7) to provide a chromatic ascending bass line that bridges the subdominant to the tonic’s iim7b5.
Improvisation Focus C Harmonic Minor scale (specifically to navigate the tension over the G7b9 chords).
Difficulty Rating 2/5: The predictable tonal shifts and standard ii-V-I structures make it an ideal entry point for mastering minor-key harmony.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume II
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