Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Am7 | 8 | 21.1% |
| D7 | 7 | 18.4% |
| Dm7 | 6 | 15.8% |
| G7 | 4 | 10.5% |
| A7 | 3 | 7.9% |
| Cmaj7 | 2 | 5.3% |
| E7 | 2 | 5.3% |
| G9 | 1 | 2.6% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 6 |
| D7 -> Am7 | Resolution (Minor) | 4 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 4 |
| G7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| G7 -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Cmaj7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Em7 -> A7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| A7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Bm7b5 -> E7 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| E7 -> Am7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Bm7 -> E7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Dorian Modal Vamp: The persistent i-IV movement (Am7 to D7) establishes a classic A Dorian foundation rather than a functional minor cadence.
- Relative Major Transition: Movement through Dm7-G7 to Cmaj7 utilizes a ii-V-I in the relative major, providing tonal contrast to the A minor tonic.
- Static Harmonic Rhythm: Extended sections of two-chord vamps emphasize atmospheric texture over complex functional turnaround patterns.
- Subdominant Expansion: The Dm7-G7 sequences explore the subdominant area of A minor, creating a sense of “drifting” consistent with the lyrical theme.
Improvisation Focus A Dorian Mode.
Difficulty Rating 2/5; the slow tempo and repetitive modal structures are accessible, though players must navigate the subtle shifts to the relative major.
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The Real Book - Volume III
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