Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 | 10 | 28.6% |
| G7 | 10 | 28.6% |
| C6 | 3 | 8.6% |
| Am7 | 3 | 8.6% |
| Em7 | 2 | 5.7% |
| Ebm7 | 2 | 5.7% |
| Ab7 | 2 | 5.7% |
| D7 | 2 | 5.7% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 10 |
| G7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 6 |
| Ebm7 -> Ab7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Ab7 -> Ebm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Em7 -> A7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The progression relies on repetitive ii-V sequences (Dm7-G7) that establish a strong dominant pull toward the C6 tonic, emphasizing functional diatonic harmony.
- A sudden chromatic shift occurs with the Ebm7-Ab7 sequence, functioning as a non-diatonic ii-V “side-slip” that provides a brief, sophisticated modulation a half-step above the home key.
- The structure utilizes iii-vi movements (Em7-Am7) as a diatonic bridge, maintaining the tonal center while adding harmonic density before returning to the primary ii-V cycle.
Improvisation Focus Navigating ii-V-I cells with a focus on “side-slipping” from D Dorian to Eb Dorian to outline the chromatic modulation.
Difficulty Rating 2/5 — The harmonic rhythm is steady and the modulations are brief, making it an ideal study for transitioning between diatonic and chromatic ii-V patterns.
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