Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bm | 5 | 6.8% |
| A/D | 4 | 5.4% |
| D | 3 | 4.1% |
| G/A | 3 | 4.1% |
| Em9 | 3 | 4.1% |
| Gmaj7 | 3 | 4.1% |
| F#m7 | 3 | 4.1% |
| A/C# | 2 | 2.7% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| F#7 -> Bm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| C7sus -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Ab7sus -> Dbmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| B7sus -> Emaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| D7sus -> Gmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| F7sus -> Bbmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Db7sus -> Gbmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| G7sus -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Utilizes a tonic pedal (D) across the opening I, V/I, and IV/I progression, creating an “Americana” folk-jazz aesthetic characteristic of Metheny’s style.
- Employs a stepwise descending bass line (D - C# - B - A - G#) that transitions the harmony from the tonic to a secondary dominant (E/G# or V/V).
- Frequent use of slash chords (A/G, Dmaj7/F#) creates smooth voice leading and avoids the tension of traditional root-position dominant chords.
- Incorporates a V/vi (F#7) to vi (Bm7) movement, providing a brief chromatic departure from the primary D major tonality.
Improvisation Focus D Major/Ionian with a focus on melodic chord-tone targeting over the shifting bass notes.
Difficulty Rating 3 (Intermediate): The challenge lies in navigating the descending bass lines and slash chords while maintaining the lyrical, singing quality essential to the composition.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume II
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