Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Em7 | 5 | 9.1% |
| Em7/D | 4 | 7.3% |
| Cmaj7 | 4 | 7.3% |
| Am7 | 4 | 7.3% |
| B7b9 | 3 | 5.5% |
| Cmaj7/B | 3 | 5.5% |
| Dm7 | 3 | 5.5% |
| F#m7b5 | 2 | 3.6% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| B7b9 -> Em7 | Resolution (Minor) | 3 |
| F#m7b5 -> B7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 2 |
| Am7 -> D7sus | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| C07/G -> Gmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| F#m7 -> B7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Em7 -> B7b13 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| B7b13 -> Em7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Em7 -> A7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| A7b9 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Dm7 -> A7b13 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| A7b13 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Dm7 -> G7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Em7b5 -> A7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| A7b9 -> Dm7b5 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Dm7b5 -> G7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| G7b9 -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs a fundamental minor ii-V-i (F#m7b5–B7b9–Em7) to establish the E minor tonic.
- Features step-wise descending bass movement (Em7/D to Cmaj7/B), creating sophisticated linear counterpoint typical of Mancini’s style.
- Utilizes sudden modulatory shifts, transitioning from E minor toward D minor through secondary dominant cycles (A7b13–Dm7).
- Incorporates dominant suspensions (D7sus) and altered tensions (b9, b13) to facilitate smooth voice-leading between shifting tonal centers.
Improvisation Focus
- E Melodic Minor and guide-tone connecting between the parallel minor key centers.
Difficulty Rating
- 3/5: The piece is intermediate because it requires navigating rapid minor-key modulations and maintaining harmonic clarity over a descending bass line.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume VI
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