Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 | 13 | 18.6% |
| C6 | 9 | 12.9% |
| Am7 | 5 | 7.1% |
| G9 | 4 | 5.7% |
| Em7 | 4 | 5.7% |
| F6 | 3 | 4.3% |
| G7 | 3 | 4.3% |
| G13 | 3 | 4.3% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Em7 -> A7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| A7b9 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Em7 -> A7/C# | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Em7 -> A7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The progression relies heavily on I-vi-ii-V7 turnarounds (C6-Am7-Dm7-G9), a staple of the Great American Songbook that reinforces the C major tonality.
- The inclusion of A7b9 serves as a secondary dominant (V/ii), introducing harmonic tension and chromatic voice leading (G# to A) toward the Dm7.
- Functional diatonic substitution is frequent, such as using Em7 (iii) as a tonic substitute and G6/B for smoother bass movement during dominant-to-tonic transitions.
Improvisation Focus C Major Bebop Scale (utilizing the chromatic passing tone between G and A to highlight chord tones on downbeats).
Difficulty Rating 2/5; the harmonic structure is largely diatonic and follows predictable functional cycles, making it highly accessible for developing jazz vocabulary.
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The Real Book - Volume III
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