Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 | 7 | 19.4% |
| E7 | 6 | 16.7% |
| A7 | 5 | 13.9% |
| Cmaj7 | 4 | 11.1% |
| G7 | 3 | 8.3% |
| Am7 | 2 | 5.6% |
| D7 | 2 | 5.6% |
| Fmaj7 | 1 | 2.8% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 3 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| E7 -> Am7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| G7 -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs secondary dominants (E7, A7, D7) to create a chain of tonicizations that move through the circle of fifths.
- The E7 (V/vi) acts as a primary pivot, shifting the tonal gravity from the Cmaj7 tonic toward the relative minor (Am).
- Chromatic voice leading, specifically the G-G#-A line over the Cmaj7-E7-A7 sequence, facilitates smooth transitions between non-diatonic chords.
- Utilizes a standard ii-V-I (Dm7-G7-Cmaj7) to resolve the tension generated by the extended dominant cycle.
Improvisation Focus Chord tone soloing, specifically targeting the 3rds and 7ths of the secondary dominants to outline the shifting tonality.
Difficulty Rating 2/5 - The slow harmonic rhythm and predictable four-bar phrases make it an ideal entry point for learning to navigate non-diatonic resolutions.
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The Real Book - Volume I
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