Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Abmaj7 | 3 | 18.8% |
| F7 | 3 | 18.8% |
| Bbm7 | 3 | 18.8% |
| Eb7 | 3 | 18.8% |
| Cm7 | 2 | 12.5% |
| Dbmaj7 | 1 | 6.2% |
| Dbm6 | 1 | 6.2% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| F7 -> Bbm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 3 |
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Bbm7 -> Eb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Eb7 -> Abmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Abmaj7 -> Eb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Utilization of the subdominant minor (Dbm6) creates a poignant chromatic bridge between the IV chord and the iii-VI-ii-V turnaround.
- Frequent use of secondary dominants, specifically F7 (V/ii), facilitates smooth transitions into the Bbm7-Eb7-Abmaj7 resolutions.
- Strong diatonic foundation established by the Imaj7-IVmaj7 (Abmaj7-Dbmaj7) opening, grounding the ear before the more dense cyclical movements.
- The progression relies heavily on the cycle of fifths (Cm7-F7-Bbm7-Eb7), requiring precise navigation of dominant-to-minor resolutions.
Improvisation Focus Linear bebop phrasing emphasizing chord tones and guide-tone lines within a 3/4 waltz metric.
Difficulty Rating 3/5: The harmonic structure is accessible, but improvising fluently in 3/4 time at a typical Rollins tempo presents a moderate rhythmic challenge.
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The Real Book - Volume I
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