Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| C6 | 5 | 20.0% |
| A7 | 4 | 16.0% |
| G7 | 4 | 16.0% |
| D7 | 2 | 8.0% |
| F6 | 2 | 8.0% |
| F#07 | 1 | 4.0% |
| Cmaj7 | 1 | 4.0% |
| C7 | 1 | 4.0% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| F#m7b5 -> B7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| B7b9 -> Em7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Utilizes a prominent chain of secondary dominants (I–V7/ii–V7/V–V7) in the A section, specifically C6–A7–D7–G7, creating a classic circular swing motion.
- The bridge features a common IV–#IVo7–I progression (F6–F#o7–Cmaj7), utilizing the diminished chord as a chromatic passing tone to the tonic.
- Employs a chromatic turnaround in the second half of the A section: iii (Em7) to biiiº7 (Ebo7) to ii (Dm7), providing smooth voice leading.
- Integrates a ii–V–I in the relative minor (F#m7b5–B7b9–Em7) during the bridge to briefly shift tonal weight before returning to C major.
Improvisation Focus C Major Blues scale combined with chord-tone targeting of the secondary dominants (A7 and D7).
Difficulty Rating 2/5: The predictable swing-era harmonic rhythm and standard secondary dominants make it highly accessible for intermediate improvisers.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume I
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