Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cm7 | 4 | 9.1% |
| Am7 | 3 | 6.8% |
| D7 | 3 | 6.8% |
| Ebmaj7 | 2 | 4.5% |
| Dbmaj7/Eb | 2 | 4.5% |
| Gmaj7 | 2 | 4.5% |
| Fm7 | 2 | 4.5% |
| G7#5 | 2 | 4.5% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| D7 -> Gmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Dm7b5 -> G7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| G7b9 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| G7#5 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Em7 -> A7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Bm7 -> E7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| C#m7 -> F#7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Non-functional slash chords like Dbmaj7/Eb create an Eb Lydian/Mixolydian hybrid sound, establishing a “sus” quality that avoids traditional dominant tension.
- Rapid modulation between distantly related keys, such as the sudden shift from the Cm7/Abmaj7 environment to a bright Gmaj7 tonal center via an Am7-D7 pivot.
- Frequent use of secondary subdominants (Abmaj7#11) and deceptive resolutions that challenge the listener’s expectation of a fixed G minor tonic.
Improvisation Focus Modal interchange and navigating sudden shifts between major and minor tonalities while maintaining a cohesive melodic narrative.
Difficulty Rating 5/5: The non-intuitive 34-bar structure and frequent, distant modulations require advanced harmonic knowledge and precise ear training to navigate fluently.
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