Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cmaj7 | 4 | 12.5% |
| F6 | 4 | 12.5% |
| Dm7 | 4 | 12.5% |
| G7 | 4 | 12.5% |
| Gm7 | 2 | 6.2% |
| C7 | 2 | 6.2% |
| Fm6 | 2 | 6.2% |
| Em7 | 2 | 6.2% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 4 |
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Em7 -> A7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| A7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Abmaj7 -> Eb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| G7 -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Secondary ii-V (Gm7-C7) targeting IV (F6) creates a brief tonicization that expands the C major landscape.
- Modal interchange via the minor subdominant (Fm6) provides a smooth chromatic transition into the standard iii-VI-ii-V turnaround.
- The bridge utilizes a sudden shift to Abmaj7 (bVI), demanding a quick adjustment to a distant tonal center before returning to the home key.
- Consistent use of secondary dominants (A7, C7) requires precise voice leading of the 3rd and 7th to navigate the shifting tonalities effectively.
Improvisation Focus Chord-tone targeting with a focus on highlighting the “blue” flat-sixth interval over the Fm6 and the chromatic alterations of the secondary dominants.
Difficulty Rating 2/5 — The progression follows logical functional paths and standard jazz tropes, making it highly accessible for intermediate players.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume II
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