Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| C7 | 11 | 22.9% |
| Gm7 | 8 | 16.7% |
| Dm7 | 7 | 14.6% |
| A7 | 4 | 8.3% |
| F6 | 3 | 6.2% |
| D7 | 3 | 6.2% |
| Fmaj7 | 2 | 4.2% |
| Am7 | 2 | 4.2% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 8 |
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| D7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs the quintessential I-vi-ii-V (F6–Dm7–Gm7–C7) “rhythm changes” turnaround as the primary structural loop.
- The bridge utilizes a secondary dominant chain (A7–D7–G7–C7), cycling through the circle of fifths to resolve back to the tonic.
- Frequent use of iii-vi-ii-V substitutions (Am7–Dm7–Gm7–C7) creates smoother stepwise voice leading compared to the standard tonic start.
- Incorporation of the IV chord (Bbmaj7) provides a brief subdominant departure before re-entering the dominant cycle.
Improvisation Focus F Major Pentatonic/Hexatonic scales to emphasize the melodic simplicity of the I-vi-ii-V cycle.
Difficulty Rating 1/5. Its repetitive diatonic structure and predictable secondary dominants make it the foundational exercise for entry-level jazz harmony.
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The Real Book - Volume III
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