Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gmaj7 | 6 | 16.2% |
| D7 | 6 | 16.2% |
| Am7 | 5 | 13.5% |
| Em7 | 4 | 10.8% |
| Cmaj7 | 4 | 10.8% |
| G7 | 3 | 8.1% |
| Cm6 | 2 | 5.4% |
| Bm7 | 2 | 5.4% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 5 |
| D7 -> Gmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 3 |
| G7 -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| G7 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs a foundational I-vi-ii-V (Gmaj7-Em7-Am7-D7) cycle to establish the G major tonal center.
- Utilizes a secondary dominant (G7) to resolve into the subdominant (Cmaj7), a standard V7/IV movement.
- Features a classic minor subdominant (iv) shift from Cmaj7 to Cm6, introducing modal interchange via the flat 6th (Eb).
- Uses a iii-vi-ii-V turnaround (Bm7-Em7-Am7-D7) to create a smooth diatonic return to the tonic Gmaj7.
Improvisation Focus G Major Bebop Scale, with specific emphasis on targeting the Eb (flat 6th) over the Cm6/Cm7 chords to navigate the minor subdominant coloration.
Difficulty Rating 2 (Beginner-Intermediate): The progression follows predictable diatonic logic and common functional clichés, providing a clear and manageable map for melodic improvisation.
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The Real Pop Book - Volume 1
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