Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| C7 | 6 | 31.6% |
| G7 | 3 | 15.8% |
| F7 | 2 | 10.5% |
| Dm7 | 1 | 5.3% |
| Gm7 | 1 | 5.3% |
| Em7b5 | 1 | 5.3% |
| A7 | 1 | 5.3% |
| Dm7b5 | 1 | 5.3% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| C7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Em7b5 -> A7 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| A7 -> Dm7b5 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Dm7b5 -> G7 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Standard 12-bar C blues form enhanced by “Bird Blues” ii-V interpolations and secondary dominants.
- Tonicization of the IV chord via a Gm7–C7 (ii-V of IV) in bar 4, facilitating a smooth transition to F7.
- Minor ii-V substitution (Em7b5–A7) in bar 8 targeting the Dm7 chord, introducing functional minor-mode coloration.
- Chromatic turnaround sequence (C7–F6–F#o7–C7/G) providing a sophisticated scalar ascent back to the tonic.
Improvisation Focus Chromatic voice leading and guide-tone targeting over secondary ii-V chains.
Difficulty Rating 3/5 - The 12-bar framework is accessible, but the specific bebop substitutions and rapid turnaround require advanced harmonic awareness and technical facility.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume III
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