Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| G7 | 8 | 23.5% |
| D7 | 6 | 17.6% |
| C7 | 5 | 14.7% |
| Fmaj7 | 3 | 8.8% |
| A7 | 3 | 8.8% |
| F6 | 3 | 8.8% |
| Gb7 | 2 | 5.9% |
| Gm7 | 2 | 5.9% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| D7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The progression features a robust secondary dominant chain (III7 – VI7 – II7 – V7), specifically A7–D7–G7–C7, driving the harmonic motion back to the F tonic.
- The inclusion of Gb7 functions as a tritone substitution or chromatic neighbor to G7, providing smooth voice leading within the dominant cycle.
- The sequence utilizes a pivot relationship between F Major and its relative minor (D minor), using the A7 chord to bridge the two tonal centers.
Improvisation Focus Mixolydian scales and chord-tone targeting are essential for navigating the rapid succession of secondary dominant chords.
Difficulty Rating 2/5: While the harmonic rhythm is active, the underlying cycle-of-fifths logic is highly predictable and follows standard jazz vocabulary.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Dixieland Book
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