Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cm7 | 12 | 18.8% |
| F7 | 8 | 12.5% |
| Bb7 | 8 | 12.5% |
| Fm7 | 7 | 10.9% |
| Eb6 | 6 | 9.4% |
| Gm7 | 4 | 6.2% |
| Dm7b5 | 4 | 6.2% |
| G7b9 | 4 | 6.2% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 4 |
| Dm7b5 -> G7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 2 |
| G7b9 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| F7 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Bbm7 -> Eb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Eb7 -> Abmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Abmaj7 -> Db7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The progression utilizes a diatonic stepwise ascent (I–ii–iii–vi) in Eb major, creating a lyrical, climbing melodic contour.
- Secondary dominants are prominent, specifically the F7 (V/V) which sets up the transition to the Bb7 (V7) turnaround.
- A clear ii–V–i modulation to the relative minor (Dm7b5–G7b9–Cm7) shifts the tonal center to C minor, adding emotional depth.
- The 3/4 waltz meter dictates a harmonic rhythm where chords often sustain for full measures, emphasizing the strong beats of the triple time.
Improvisation Focus Functional diatonic soloing with a focus on guide tone transitions through the circle of fifths.
Difficulty Rating 3/5: The waltz feel and the shift to the relative minor require fluid phrasing and careful navigation of minor ii-V-i resolutions.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume III
🛒 Buy on AmazonAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Check the Hal Leonard Jazz Song Finder to make sure that the standard is indeed in the book before buying it.