Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| G6 | 5 | 15.6% |
| Am7 | 5 | 15.6% |
| C7 | 4 | 12.5% |
| D7 | 4 | 12.5% |
| Cmaj7 | 2 | 6.2% |
| Dm7 | 2 | 6.2% |
| G7 | 2 | 6.2% |
| A7 | 2 | 6.2% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 4 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| C7 -> Gmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Gmaj7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| F#m7b5 -> B7 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| B7 -> Em7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| E7#9 -> Am7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The use of a ii-V of IV (Dm7 - G7) to reach C7/Cmaj7 infuses the diatonic G major structure with a sophisticated blues-inflected subdominant pull.
- Secondary dominant movement via A7 (V/V) creates chromatic interest while reinforcing the arrival of the supertonic Am7.
- The bridge sequence employs a minor ii-V-i (F#m7b5 - B7 - Em7), providing a brief but effective shift to the relative minor for tonal variety.
- Frequent turnaround patterns (Am7 - D7) maintain a cyclical momentum, characteristic of the swing-era “Kansas City” style.
Improvisation Focus G Major Blues Scale to capture the essential “sweet and sour” blend of major tonality and Ellingtonian blues phrasing.
Difficulty Rating 2/5: The progression uses standard functional cadences and clear secondary dominants, making it highly accessible for intermediate improvisers.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume II
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