Standards
Favela chords & key
- Key
- G minor
- Form
- ABA
- Bars
- 40
- Groove
- Bossa nova
- Time signature
- 3/4
“Favela” is a jazz standard by Antonio-Carlos Jobim. Most bands play it in G minor, bossa nova; the tune runs 40 bars in ABA form. Harmonically it contains 2 major ii–V–I cadences, uses 12 different chords.
Chord changes
Showing in: Concert (C) — G minor
A
B
A
Changes as commonly played (concert pitch). Your band's version may differ.
Harmonic analysis
2Major ii–V–I
0Minor ii–V–i
2ii–V moves
0Tritone substitutions
0Dominant chains
12Different chords
Most used chords
- Gm7×19
- F/G×6
- Cm7×5
- F7×2
- B♭maj7×2
- B♭7×2
Standards with similar changes
Similarity of the chord progression, independent of key.
| Title | Key |
|---|---|
| Bags and Trane 20% | C minor |
Frequently asked questions
What key is Favela in?
Favela is usually played in G minor. For B♭ instruments that is A minor, for E♭ instruments E minor.
Who wrote Favela?
Favela was written by Antonio-Carlos Jobim.
What is the form of Favela?
Favela has 3 sections (ABA) with 40 bars in total.
How fast is Favela played?
The usual groove is Bossa nova.
What are the chord changes to Favela?
The opening bars are Gm7 | F/G | Gm7 | F/G. The full chart above can be transposed to any key.