Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bb7 | 6 | 50.0% |
| Eb7 | 3 | 25.0% |
| F7 | 2 | 16.7% |
| Cm7 | 1 | 8.3% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
Harmonic Highlights
- Standard 12-bar blues structure in Bb, utilizing dominant 7th chords on the I (Bb7) and IV (Eb7) to establish a traditional jazz-blues tonality.
- Features a functional ii-V movement (Cm7 to F7) in measures 9-10, providing a definitive cadential resolution to the tonic.
- Employs a “long” turnaround (I-V) in the final two bars to facilitate cyclical repetitions and seamless solo transitions.
Improvisation Focus
Integration of Bb Major and Minor Pentatonic scales (the “Blues Scale”) to navigate the interplay between major and minor thirds.
Difficulty Rating
2 (Beginner) — The predictable structure and standard ii-V turnaround make it a fundamental vehicle for learning basic bebop vocabulary and blues phrasing.
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The Real Book - Volume II
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