Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| F7 | 5 | 33.3% |
| Bb7 | 3 | 20.0% |
| D7 | 2 | 13.3% |
| Gm7 | 2 | 13.3% |
| C7 | 2 | 13.3% |
| Am7 | 1 | 6.7% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| D7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- This 12-bar blues utilizes an
Am7 - D7(iii-VI7) progression in bar 8 to create a secondary dominant bridge to the subdominantGm7. - The harmonic rhythm increases in the final four bars with a classic I-VI-ii-V turnaround (
F7-D7-Gm7-C7), providing a strong cadential pull for repetitions. - The structure adheres to a standard F7 tonic and Bb7 subdominant framework, maintaining a traditional blues tonality throughout the head.
Improvisation Focus The F Minor Blues Scale (F, Ab, Bb, B, C, Eb) used to create rhythmic, riff-based motifs.
Difficulty Rating 1/5: Its slow tempo and predictable 12-bar structure make it the quintessential introductory piece for learning jazz blues vocabulary.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume II
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