Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Am9 | 6 | 9.5% |
| Cmaj7 | 5 | 7.9% |
| Fm6/G | 5 | 7.9% |
| Fmaj7 | 4 | 6.3% |
| Em7 | 3 | 4.8% |
| Am | 2 | 3.2% |
| Dm6 | 2 | 3.2% |
| Dm7 | 2 | 3.2% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| E7/G# -> Am9 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| G7sus -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Bb7 -> Ebmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Am7b5 -> D7b5 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| D7b5 -> Gmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Bm7b5 -> E7 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| E7 -> Am9 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The alternating i-iv6 (Am to Dm6) establishes a sophisticated Dorian-inflected atmosphere, emphasizing the natural 6th (B) against the minor tonic.
- A signature Metheny chromatic shift occurs from Am9 to Abmaj7, functioning as a non-diatonic “constant structure” that bridges the tonic to the C major relative center.
- The sequence F#m7b5 – Fmaj7 – Eb69 utilizes a descending chromatic bass line and modal interchange, creating a lush, non-functional path toward the G7sus dominant.
Improvisation Focus A Aeolian and A Dorian shifting, prioritizing melodic lyricism and chord-tone targeting over the non-functional chromatic movements.
Difficulty Rating 3/5 — While the slow ballad tempo provides space, navigating the frequent non-diatonic modulations and high-extension voicings requires advanced harmonic visualization.
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