Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Eb7 | 5 | 12.8% |
| Ab | 4 | 10.3% |
| Ab/Gb | 4 | 10.3% |
| Ab/F | 4 | 10.3% |
| Ab/Eb | 4 | 10.3% |
| Db | 4 | 10.3% |
| Ab/C | 4 | 10.3% |
| Bbm7 | 3 | 7.7% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bbm7 -> Eb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs a chromatic descending bass line cliché (Ab, Ab/Gb, Ab/F, Ab/Eb) over the tonic, functioning as an elaborated I chord leading to the IV (Db).
- Utilizes a classic “Cycle of Dominants” sequence (C7–F7–Bb7–Eb7), navigating through VI7, II7, and V7 to create strong forward momentum.
- Features a smooth IV to I/3rd (Db to Ab/C) transition, utilizing traditional gospel-influenced voice leading common in early swing standards.
Improvisation Focus Navigating the secondary dominant cycle (VI7–II7–V7) by targeting 3rds and 7ths to outline the rapid harmonic shifts.
Difficulty Rating 2 — The harmonic structure follows predictable swing-era conventions and remains firmly rooted in Ab major, making it highly accessible for intermediate improvisers.
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