Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 | 8 | 21.1% |
| C7 | 8 | 21.1% |
| D7 | 4 | 10.5% |
| F6 | 3 | 7.9% |
| Eb7 | 2 | 5.3% |
| Fmaj7 | 2 | 5.3% |
| Bb7 | 2 | 5.3% |
| Am7 | 2 | 5.3% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 8 |
| D7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Fmaj7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| C7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The progression features a sophisticated turnaround (F6 - Eb7 - D7), using the Eb7 as a “backdoor” dominant or tritone substitute to approach the D7 (V of ii).
- Arlen employs extended secondary dominant chains (A7 - D7 - G7), creating a cycle of fifths that builds harmonic tension before resolving to the Gm7 - C7 cadence.
- The bridge utilizes parallel chromaticism (Am7 - Abm7 - Gm7), a classic jazz device requiring smooth voice leading across descending minor seventh structures.
Improvisation Focus Functional navigation of ii-V-I cells and the F Major Bebop scale.
Difficulty Rating 3/5; the tune follows standard song form but moves quickly through non-diatonic dominant chords that demand accurate guide-tone targeting.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume III
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