Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 | 4 | 16.7% |
| Gm7 | 3 | 12.5% |
| Em7b5 | 3 | 12.5% |
| A7b9 | 3 | 12.5% |
| D7b9 | 2 | 8.3% |
| Db7 | 1 | 4.2% |
| C7sus | 1 | 4.2% |
| C7 | 1 | 4.2% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Em7b5 -> A7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 3 |
| D7b9 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| A7b9 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| A7b9 -> Dm | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Secondary dominants (D7b9) frequently tonicize the subdominant (Gm7), creating strong directional movement within the D minor tonality.
- A brief modulation to the relative major (F major) is achieved through a C7 dominant, often preceded by a Db7 (subV/V) chromatic approach.
- Recurring minor ii-V-i sequences (Em7b5–A7b9–Dm7) emphasize the harmonic minor pull and define the song’s melancholic character.
Improvisation Focus D Harmonic Minor (essential for navigating the A7b9 dominant and resolving to the Dm tonic).
Difficulty Rating 2/5: The progression relies on standard cycle-of-fifths movements and predictable ii-V-I cells within the D minor/F major axis.
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