Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 | 11 | 18.3% |
| Gm7 | 11 | 18.3% |
| C7 | 9 | 15.0% |
| F6 | 4 | 6.7% |
| Fmaj7 | 4 | 6.7% |
| G7 | 2 | 3.3% |
| Bm7 | 2 | 3.3% |
| E7 | 2 | 3.3% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 9 |
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 3 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Em7b5 -> A7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| A7b9 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| G7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Bm7 -> E7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| E7 -> Amaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| F7 -> Bbmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Bbmaj7 -> Eb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Frequent use of diatonic I-vi-ii-V turnarounds (F6-Dm7-Gm7-C7) establishes a strong, traditional tonal center in F Major.
- A secondary ii-V sequence (Em7b5-A7b9) provides a brief tonicization of the relative minor (D minor), adding harmonic color.
- The G7 (II7) functions as a secondary dominant, creating a strong melodic pull toward the dominant (C7) via the Gm7.
Improvisation Focus F Major Bebop Scale.
Difficulty Rating 2; the progression relies on standard diatonic cycles and common secondary dominants, making it highly accessible for developing improvisers.
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The Real Book - Volume III
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