Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Fm7 | 8 | 14.3% |
| Ebmaj7 | 6 | 10.7% |
| Bb7 | 5 | 8.9% |
| Abmaj7 | 4 | 7.1% |
| Gm7b5 | 3 | 5.4% |
| Db7 | 3 | 5.4% |
| Cm7 | 3 | 5.4% |
| C7b13 | 2 | 3.6% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bb7 -> Ebmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 3 |
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| Gm7b5 -> C7b13 | Setup (Minor Key) | 2 |
| C7 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Abm7 -> Db7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Bbm7 -> Eb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Eb7 -> Abmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Gm7b5 -> C7#9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| C7#9 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Abmaj7 -> Db7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Utilizes a prominent minor ii-V-I turnaround (Gm7b5 – C7alt – Fm7) to tonicize the ii chord, adding sophisticated tension compared to a standard diatonic progression.
- Incorporates “backdoor” subdominant minor resolutions (Abm7 – Db7) that provide a smooth chromatic transition back to the Ebmaj7 tonic.
- Employs secondary dominant chains, such as Bbm7 – Eb7, to facilitate a brief but effective modulation toward the subdominant Abmaj7.
- Features chromatic side-slipping (B7 to Bb7) to create melodic interest and tension within the primary V7 turnaround.
Improvisation Focus Navigating minor ii-V-I cells using the Locrian #2 and Altered scales to address the frequent secondary dominant resolutions.
Difficulty Rating 3/5: The tune requires clear navigation of minor-key functional harmony and “backdoor” resolutions within a standard AABA structure.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume VI
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