Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 | 2 | 25.0% |
| C7 | 2 | 25.0% |
| Fmaj7 | 1 | 12.5% |
| Bb9 | 1 | 12.5% |
| Am7 | 1 | 12.5% |
| Ab07 | 1 | 12.5% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| C7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Features a foundational ii-V-I progression in F Major (Gm7-C7-Fmaj7), establishing a clear tonal center rooted in the hard-bop tradition.
- Incorporates a Bb9 (IV7) chord, providing a bluesy subdominant tension that moves smoothly toward the Am7 (iii-7).
- Utilizes Abdim7 as a chromatic passing chord (bIII°7) to bridge the Am7 and Gm7, ensuring fluid bass motion and voice leading.
- Employs standard functional cycles that emphasize rhythmic clarity and predictable resolutions characteristic of Marchel Ivery’s Texas tenor style.
Improvisation Focus F Major Bebop Scale.
Difficulty Rating 2/5. The progression follows standard diatonic logic and common chromatic substitutions, providing a straightforward and accessible roadmap for intermediate soloists.