Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| G7 | 6 | 21.4% |
| Dm7 | 5 | 17.9% |
| Em7 | 3 | 10.7% |
| A7 | 3 | 10.7% |
| Cmaj7 | 2 | 7.1% |
| F7 | 2 | 7.1% |
| Gm7 | 1 | 3.6% |
| C7 | 1 | 3.6% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 5 |
| Em7 -> A7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| Cmaj7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| A7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| G7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Fmaj7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| G7 -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs a recurring I - IV7 (Cmaj7 to F7) motion, introducing a bluesy Mixolydian color to the diatonic C major landscape.
- Utilizes dense iii-VI-ii-V chains (Em7-A7-Dm7-G7) that rely on secondary dominants to drive the harmonic rhythm toward the tonic.
- Features a standard modulation to the subdominant (IV) via a Gm7-C7-Fmaj7 cell, often followed by a Bb7 (bVII7) back-door resolution.
Improvisation Focus Mastery of ii-V-I language and the Major Bebop scale to navigate the frequent secondary dominant resolutions.
Difficulty Rating 2/5 - The progression follows predictable functional harmony and standard jazz turnarounds, making it an accessible vehicle for practicing cycle-of-fifths navigation.
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The Real Book - Volume V
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