Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| D7 | 6 | 23.1% |
| G7 | 5 | 19.2% |
| A7 | 5 | 19.2% |
| C7 | 2 | 7.7% |
| B7 | 2 | 7.7% |
| Bb7 | 2 | 7.7% |
| Bm7 | 1 | 3.8% |
| E7 | 1 | 3.8% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bm7 -> E7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Em7 -> A7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The progression utilizes a chromatic dominant descent (B7-Bb7-A7), which functions as a sophisticated turnaround to reach the primary dominant (D7).
- Extensive use of the cycle of fourths (Bm7-E7-A7-D7) creates a series of secondary dominants that drive the resolution back to the tonic.
- The harmony shifts between G7 and C7, employing a blues-influenced I7-IV7 movement that deviates from standard diatonic major functionality.
Improvisation Focus Chord Tone Soloing: Target the 3rds and 7ths of the rapid dominant cycles to highlight the voice leading through the chromatic sections.
Difficulty Rating 2/5: The tune is accessible for intermediate players as it relies on standard swing-era cadences and clear, functional circle-of-fifths motion.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume III
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