Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| G | 12 | 34.3% |
| D7 | 10 | 28.6% |
| Am7 | 3 | 8.6% |
| C | 3 | 8.6% |
| Ab07 | 1 | 2.9% |
| Dm7 | 1 | 2.9% |
| G7 | 1 | 2.9% |
| C#07 | 1 | 2.9% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The Abº7 serves as a #Iº7 chromatic passing chord, creating a smooth leading-tone transition from the tonic G major to the supertonic Am7.
- Extended durations of the D7 (V7) chord create “static dominant” sections, requiring the soloist to maintain interest over a single harmonic function for multiple measures.
- The progression follows a traditional 32-bar ragtime-influenced structure, relying on strong diatonic resolutions and a predictable I-ii-V-I functional framework.
Improvisation Focus G Major Pentatonic and Blues scales combined with clear chord tone targeting (1-3-5-7) to navigate the long dominant stretches.
Difficulty Rating 1/5: The slow harmonic rhythm and clear diatonic relationships make this an ideal foundational piece for beginner jazz improvisers.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Dixieland Book
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