Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| E7 | 6 | 15.0% |
| Bm7b5 | 4 | 10.0% |
| Em7b5 | 4 | 10.0% |
| A7b9 | 4 | 10.0% |
| D7 | 3 | 7.5% |
| Am7 | 3 | 7.5% |
| F7 | 3 | 7.5% |
| Dm7 | 3 | 7.5% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| E7 -> Bm7b5 | Resolution (Minor) | 4 |
| Bm7b5 -> E7 | Setup (Minor Key) | 4 |
| Em7b5 -> A7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 4 |
| F#m7b5 -> B7 | Setup (Minor Key) | 2 |
| A7b9 -> Em7b5 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| A7b9 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| B7 -> F#m7b5 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| B7 -> Emaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The progression utilizes frequent minor ii-V-i sequences (Bm7b5–E7–Am7) to firmly establish the A minor tonality while maintaining a brooding, dark character.
- Secondary dominant cycles, specifically Em7b5–A7b9 leading to Dm7, demonstrate a classic tonicization of the subdominant (iv) chord.
- Chromaticism is introduced via tritone substitutions or neighbor tones, such as the Bb7 to Am7 movement, providing sophisticated tension and release.
- The bridge shifts tonal focus using F#m7b5–B7, acting as a secondary ii-V that tonicizes the dominant (V) chord, E.
Improvisation Focus A Harmonic Minor and the Altered Scale (Super Locrian) over dominant 7b9 chords.
Difficulty Rating 3/5. While the ballad tempo is manageable, the constant minor ii-V-i shifts and secondary dominants require precise navigation of altered extensions.