Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| G6 | 6 | 22.2% |
| A7 | 4 | 14.8% |
| D7 | 4 | 14.8% |
| Am7 | 3 | 11.1% |
| Dm7 | 3 | 11.1% |
| G7 | 3 | 11.1% |
| Cmaj7 | 2 | 7.4% |
| D7#5 | 1 | 3.7% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| G7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| G7 -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| D7 -> Am7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The progression opens with a II7 (A7) transitioning into a ii-V-I (Am7-D7-G6), utilizing the secondary dominant to create forward momentum toward the tonic.
- The bridge shifts to the subdominant via a ii-V of IV (Dm7-G7 resolving to Cmaj7), a standard modulation in AABA swing structures.
- Integration of the Cm6 (ivm6) chord creates a classic minor plagal cadence, providing a bittersweet chromatic descent back to the G major tonic.
- Frequent use of D7#5 turnarounds provides an altered dominant tension that reinforces the G6 tonic stability.
Improvisation Focus Targeting the 3rd of each chord to navigate the II7-ii7-V7 chromatic voice leading (C# to C to B).
Difficulty Rating 2/5: The piece uses predictable cycles of fourths and standard diatonic modulations, making it an ideal study for intermediate jazz fluency.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume III
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