Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| G7 | 16 | 66.7% |
| C7/G | 4 | 16.7% |
| D7#9 | 3 | 12.5% |
| Eb7#9 | 1 | 4.2% |
No obvious ii-V patterns detected.
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights:
- Modal Blues structure using G Mixolydian as the primary tonal center rather than functional dominant harmony.
- Static G pedal point maintained during the IV chord (C7/G), preserving the tonic’s resonance throughout the first eight bars.
- Chromatic V-bVI-V turnaround utilizing parallel dominant 7#9 voicings (D7#9 to Eb7#9 back to D7#9) in place of a standard ii-V.
- 6/8 time signature creates a rolling triplet subdivision that dictates the phrasing of the harmonic movement.
Improvisation Focus: Modal interchange between G Mixolydian (over G7) and G Dorian (over C7).
Difficulty Rating: 2/5. The slow harmonic rhythm is accessible for beginners, though the 6/8 meter and non-functional turnaround require careful melodic navigation.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume I
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