Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 | 8 | 21.6% |
| G7 | 7 | 18.9% |
| Cmaj7 | 3 | 8.1% |
| Eb7 | 3 | 8.1% |
| Em7 | 3 | 8.1% |
| A7 | 3 | 8.1% |
| C7 | 2 | 5.4% |
| C6 | 2 | 5.4% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 7 |
| Em7 -> A7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| A7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 3 |
| G7 -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Fmaj7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| G7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Bm7b5 -> E7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| E7b9 -> Am7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The A section utilizes a chromatic variation of the I-VI-II-V turnaround, substituting the VI7 with a bIII7 (Eb7) to create a smooth chromatic descent into the II (Dm7).
- Functional secondary dominants, specifically C7 (V7/IV) and A7 (V7/II), are strategically placed to tonicize the subdominant and supertonic areas respectively.
- A “backdoor” dominant progression (IVmaj7 to bVII7) occurs via the Fmaj7 to Bb7 movement, providing a brief departure from the C major diatonic center.
- The structure relies on descending II-V sequences (Em7-A7 to Dm7-G7) that utilize circle-of-fifths motion to navigate back to the tonic.
Improvisation Focus Guide-tone navigation through II-V-I sequences to emphasize the resolution of the 3rds and 7ths.
Difficulty Rating 2/5 — The progression relies on standard jazz cliches and predictable functional harmony, making it accessible for those comfortable with secondary dominants.