Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| G7 | 6 | 16.7% |
| C6 | 5 | 13.9% |
| Dm7 | 5 | 13.9% |
| Em7 | 4 | 11.1% |
| C#07 | 2 | 5.6% |
| Dm6 | 2 | 5.6% |
| D#07 | 2 | 5.6% |
| Am7 | 2 | 5.6% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 5 |
| Em7 -> A7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| F#m7b5 -> B7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| B7b9 -> Em7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| A7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The A section utilizes a classic ascending chromatic bass line (I6 – #Io7 – ii6 – #iio7 – iii7), where diminished 7th chords function as secondary leading-tone passing chords.
- Standard diatonic cycling (iii – vi – ii – V) is frequently embellished with secondary dominants (A7 – D7 – G7), creating a series of nested ii-V progressions.
- The use of Eb°7 acts as a passing diminished chord (bIII°7) between the tonic and the supertonic, facilitating smooth linear voice leading.
Improvisation Focus C Major Bebop scale combined with diminished arpeggios to outline the chromatic passing movement.
Difficulty Rating 2/5: While the harmonic rhythm is fast, the tune remains strictly in the C major tonal center without complex modulations.
Standard Available in:
- The Real Book - Volume I
- The Real Vocal Book - Volume I
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