Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bm | 6 | 15.8% |
| Em7 | 4 | 10.5% |
| A7 | 4 | 10.5% |
| G/D | 2 | 5.3% |
| Gb/D | 2 | 5.3% |
| F/D | 2 | 5.3% |
| E/D | 2 | 5.3% |
| Eb/D | 2 | 5.3% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Em7 -> A7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| F#7b13 -> Bm | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| C#m7b5 -> F#7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 2 |
| F#7b9 -> Bm | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| A7 -> Dmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The composition utilizes a distinctive chromatic “spiral” of descending major triads (G, Gb, F, E, Eb) over a static D pedal, creating intense non-functional tension before resolving.
- Employs modal interchange via the Gm chord, which acts as a bridge from the D major/chromatic section back to the functional ii-V-i (C#m7b5 - F#7b9) in the home key of B minor.
- Frequent use of subdominant minor substitutions and dominant 7th pivot chords (G7, A7) facilitates smooth transitions between the bluesy B minor tonality and the shifting pedal-point structures.
Improvisation Focus Chromatic voice leading and B Aeolian/Dorian minor scales, specifically targeting chord tones during the rapid descending slash-chord sequence.
Difficulty Rating 4/5; the combination of a fast tempo and the non-functional chromatic descent requires advanced melodic navigation and precise rhythmic placement.
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The Real Book - Volume II
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