Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| C7 | 4 | 12.9% |
| E7b9 | 3 | 9.7% |
| G7 | 3 | 9.7% |
| Am7 | 3 | 9.7% |
| Fmaj7 | 2 | 6.5% |
| Bm7b5 | 2 | 6.5% |
| Am7b5 | 2 | 6.5% |
| D7b9 | 2 | 6.5% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bm7b5 -> E7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 2 |
| E7b9 -> Am7b5 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Am7b5 -> D7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 2 |
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| F#m7b5 -> B7 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| E7b9 -> Bm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Bm7 -> E7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| E7 -> Am7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| D7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Frequent minor ii-V-i cells (Bm7b5–E7b9 to Am) establish the tonic minor foundation while maintaining melodic tension.
- Sequential ii-V chains (Am7b5–D7b9 transitioning to Gm7–C7) drive the harmony toward the subdominant (Fmaj7) via downward-fifth modulations.
- The bridge utilizes a chromatic shift to the dominant area (F#m7b5–B7 to E7), creating a temporary tonal center before cycling back to the A minor head.
Improvisation Focus
- Connecting functional ii-V-I patterns across multiple rapidly shifting key centers.
Difficulty Rating
- 4/5. The dense harmonic rhythm and constant movement between major and minor ii-V sequences require advanced voice-leading and harmonic awareness.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume V
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