Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 | 7 | 18.4% |
| C7 | 6 | 15.8% |
| Dm7 | 5 | 13.2% |
| F6 | 4 | 10.5% |
| Fmaj7 | 3 | 7.9% |
| G7 | 2 | 5.3% |
| Em7 | 1 | 2.6% |
| A7 | 1 | 2.6% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 6 |
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Em7 -> A7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| A7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| G7 -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| C7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| F7 -> Bbmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Am7b5 -> D7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| D7b9 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The progression relies on repeated ii-V-I cycles in F Major (Gm7-C7-Fmaj7), reinforcing a strong tonal center throughout the A sections.
- Secondary dominants tonicize the relative minor through an Em7–A7–Dm7 (ii-V of vi) sequence, providing brief chromatic interest.
- A temporary shift to the dominant key is achieved via a II7-V progression (G7 to Cmaj7), creating a standard “V of V” turnaround.
- The harmonic movement follows a predictable diatonic circle of fifths, facilitating smooth voice leading between chord extensions.
Improvisation Focus F Major Bebop scale to highlight chord tones on downbeats while navigating the frequent dominant-to-tonic resolutions.
Difficulty Rating 2/5 — The changes are primarily diatonic and follow standard functional jazz vocabulary, making it highly accessible for intermediate soloists.
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