Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| G7 | 8 | 21.6% |
| Cmaj7 | 6 | 16.2% |
| D7 | 6 | 16.2% |
| Dm7 | 3 | 8.1% |
| E7 | 3 | 8.1% |
| A7 | 2 | 5.4% |
| Am7 | 2 | 5.4% |
| Em7 | 1 | 2.7% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| G7 -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Em7 -> A7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| A7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| F#m7b5 -> B7 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| E7 -> Am7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The progression utilizes secondary dominants (V/V and V/ii) to create dominant-to-tonic tension that resolves into standard ii-V-I patterns.
- Employs a minor ii-V sequence (F#m7b5 – B7) to tonicize the relative minor or III chord, introducing a brief shift in tonality and color.
- Demonstrates strong circle-of-fifths motion, particularly the sequence E7 – Am7 – D7 – G7, which provides the classic “backdoor” momentum typical of the era.
- Features a IV-V-I cadence structure that establishes a clear tonal center despite the inclusion of several non-diatonic chords.
Improvisation Focus: Guide Tone Mapping (focusing on the 3rds and 7ths to navigate the secondary dominant transitions).
Difficulty Rating: 2 (Beginner-Intermediate). The tune follows a logical circle-of-fifths movement and uses standard jazz cadences that are predictable for developing improvisers.
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The Real Book - Volume I
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