Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cm | 4 | 17.4% |
| G7/B | 2 | 8.7% |
| Bbm6 | 2 | 8.7% |
| Dm7b5 | 2 | 8.7% |
| G7b9 | 2 | 8.7% |
| F/A | 1 | 4.3% |
| Abm6 | 1 | 4.3% |
| D7 | 1 | 4.3% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7b5 -> G7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 2 |
| Cm -> G7/B | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Bb7 -> Ebmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Am7b5 -> D7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| D7b9 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The progression features a sophisticated descending chromatic bass line (C-B-Bb-A) moving from Cm through Bbm6 to F/A, creating smooth linear tension.
- The Abm6 chord functions as a minor plagal substitute (ivm6), providing a dark, romantic transition back to the C minor tonic.
- Golson utilizes a pivot to the relative major (Eb) via a classic ii-V-I-IV sequence (Fm7-Bb7-Ebmaj7-Abmaj7), a hallmark of the Hard Bop era.
- The structure incorporates a minor ii-V-i into G minor (Am7b5-D7b9-Gm7), demanding quick mental transposition to a closely related key center.
Improvisation Focus C Melodic Minor and its application over minor ii-V-i sequences.
Difficulty Rating 4/5: The non-diatonic descending chords and frequent modulations between minor and major centers require advanced harmonic navigation and precise voice-leading.