Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cm7 | 3 | 25.0% |
| G7b9 | 2 | 16.7% |
| Bm7 | 1 | 8.3% |
| Bbm7 | 1 | 8.3% |
| Eb7 | 1 | 8.3% |
| Abmaj7 | 1 | 8.3% |
| Dbmaj7#11 | 1 | 8.3% |
| Bb7 | 1 | 8.3% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cm7 -> G7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| G7b9 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Bbm7 -> Eb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Eb7 -> Abmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs a persistent minor i–V movement (Cm7 to G7b9) that establishes a somber C minor tonality despite the Eb major key center.
- Utilizes a chromatic parallel descent (Cm7–Bm7–Bbm7) to bridge the relative minor tonality to the subdominant Ab major section.
- Features a Dbmaj7#11 acting as a bVII modal interchange chord, providing a Lydian flavor before resolving to the tonic Eb6 via the primary dominant.
- Navigates frequent minor ii–V–i sequences, requiring precise management of altered dominant tensions like the b9 and b13.
Improvisation Focus C Harmonic Minor over the G7b9 to emphasize the dark, tension-heavy resolutions within the minor cadences.
Difficulty Rating 3/5: Requires the ability to fluidly shift between relative minor and major centers while navigating chromatic passing chords.
Standard Available in:
- The Real Pop Book - Volume 1
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