Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bb7 | 4 | 13.3% |
| A7 | 4 | 13.3% |
| G7 | 4 | 13.3% |
| C6 | 3 | 10.0% |
| D7 | 3 | 10.0% |
| Dm7 | 3 | 10.0% |
| Fm7 | 2 | 6.7% |
| C7 | 2 | 6.7% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| F#m7b5 -> B7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| B7b9 -> Em7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Em7 -> A7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| A7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Em7b5 -> A7 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs a ‘backdoor’ ii-V progression (Fm7-Bb7) in the second measure, providing a sophisticated chromatic resolution to the tonic C6.
- Features an extended secondary dominant chain (A7-D7-G7) following the cycle of fourths, which creates the rhythmic drive characteristic of the bebop era.
- The bridge modulates to the mediant (iii) using a minor ii-V-i (F#m7b5-B7b9-Em7), introducing a darker tonal shift before returning to the A section.
- Utilizes a minor ii-V (Em7b5-A7) to target the supertonic (Dm7), showcasing Parker’s preference for mixing parallel major and minor modes.
Improvisation Focus Mastering guide-tone connections through the backdoor ii-V, specifically targeting the Ab and Bb over the Fm7-Bb7 change.
Difficulty Rating 3/5: While the key is C major, the rapid-fire secondary dominants and the minor-key bridge require solid command of bebop scales and guide-tone voice leading.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume II
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