Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 | 7 | 17.5% |
| C7b9 | 5 | 12.5% |
| Fmaj7 | 3 | 7.5% |
| C7 | 2 | 5.0% |
| Am7 | 2 | 5.0% |
| D7b9 | 2 | 5.0% |
| Bbm7 | 2 | 5.0% |
| Eb7b9 | 2 | 5.0% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 -> C7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 5 |
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Am7 -> D7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| D7b9 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Bbm7 -> Eb7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Eb7b9 -> Abmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| F7 -> Bbmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| C7b9 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| G7 -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| C7b9 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Utilizes classic ii-V-I cycles in F major with frequent use of the iii-VI-ii-V turnaround (Am7-D7b9-Gm7-C7).
- Features a sudden subdominant minor modulation to Ab major (Bbm7-Eb7b9-Abmaj7), creating a sophisticated chromatic shift away from the tonic.
- Employs Dbmaj7 as a bVI in Ab, functioning as a pivot point to return to the primary Gm7-C7-Fmaj7 progression.
- Navigates to the IV chord (Bbmaj7) through secondary ii-V sequences (Cm7-F7), typical of bebop-influenced jazz structures.
Improvisation Focus Voice leading through guide tones (3rds and 7ths) to connect shifting tonal centers smoothly.
Difficulty Rating 3/5; while the tempo is relaxed, the modulation to Ab major requires precise harmonic awareness beyond basic diatonic playing.
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The Real Book - Volume II
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