Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 | 6 | 20.7% |
| Fmaj7 | 4 | 13.8% |
| C7 | 4 | 13.8% |
| F6 | 3 | 10.3% |
| F | 2 | 6.9% |
| D7 | 2 | 6.9% |
| F#07 | 1 | 3.4% |
| C7#5 | 1 | 3.4% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| C7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| D7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Gm7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Gm7 -> C7#5 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| C7#5 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Am7b5 -> D7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| D7b9 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The progression utilizes a chromatic tonic expansion (F-Fmaj7-F6) followed by a #Io7 (F#o7) passing chord to facilitate a smooth transition to the ii-V (Gm7-C7).
- Secondary dominance is key, specifically the D7b9 acting as a V/ii, which creates strong directional pull toward the Gm7.
- A subdominant minor sequence appears via Bbm6 to Db7 (iv to bVI7), providing a sophisticated “backdoor” chromatic resolution to the dominant C7.
- The C7#5 alteration functions as an effective turnaround mechanism, utilizing the raised 5th (G#) to lead melodically back to the tonic F.
Improvisation Focus F Major Bebop scale, specifically targeting the b3 (Ab) over the #Io7 and b6 (Db) over the subdominant minor chords.
Difficulty Rating 2/5: The tune is accessible for intermediates due to its predictable swing-era architecture, though it requires precise navigation of chromatic passing tones and secondary dominants.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume III
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