Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| C#m9 | 9 | 23.1% |
| C9#11 | 6 | 15.4% |
| Amaj7/B | 3 | 7.7% |
| F#m7 | 2 | 5.1% |
| F#m9 | 2 | 5.1% |
| C/D | 2 | 5.1% |
| E69 | 2 | 5.1% |
| Gadd9 | 1 | 2.6% |
No obvious ii-V patterns detected.
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The oscillation between C#m9 (iii) and C9#11 (bIII7) utilizes chromatic side-slipping, creating a floating modal quality that avoids traditional ii-V-I resolutions.
- Slash chords such as G/A and A/B act as suspended dominant structures, providing a signature Metheny “Americana” sound through delayed harmonic gravity.
- The transition from F#m7 to Gadd9 introduces a bVII color, bridging the A major tonality with parallel Mixolydian nuances.
Improvisation Focus Interweaving C# Dorian with C Lydian Dominant to navigate the primary chromatic shift.
Difficulty Rating 3/5 — While the rhythmic ostinato provides stability, the non-diatonic shifts and specific chord extensions require precise modal targeting and mature melodic ears.
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