Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cm7 | 4 | 26.7% |
| Bbmaj7 | 2 | 13.3% |
| Dm7 | 1 | 6.7% |
| C#07 | 1 | 6.7% |
| D07 | 1 | 6.7% |
| F7#9 | 1 | 6.7% |
| Ebmaj7 | 1 | 6.7% |
| D7#11 | 1 | 6.7% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cm7 -> F7#9 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| F7#9 -> Bbmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| G7b9 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights:
- The progression utilizes a diatonic stepwise ascent (I–ii–iii) punctuated by a chromatic C#o7 passing chord, facilitating smooth voice-leading back to the ii-V-I cycle.
- The Ab9 acts as a tritone substitution (subV/V) or a Neapolitan-style bII, creating a sophisticated chromatic descent toward the G7b9 dominant chord.
- Frequent altered extensions (F7#9, D7#11, G7b9) highlight Kern’s signature integration of melodic minor textures within a G minor/Bb major tonal center.
Improvisation Focus: G Harmonic Minor scale targeting dominant-to-tonic resolutions.
Difficulty Rating: 3/5. The piece requires navigating several chromatic passing chords and altered dominants while maintaining the lyrical phrasing inherent to the G minor tonality.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume III
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