Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Am71022.2%
Dm7920.0%
G7920.0%
C6511.1%
Em748.9%
Fm624.4%
D724.4%
Am12.2%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Dm7 -> G7Setup (Major Key)9
Am7 -> D7Setup (Major Key)2
D7 -> Am7Resolution (Minor)1
Em7 -> A7b9Setup (Major Key)1
A7b9 -> Dm7Resolution (Minor)1

Harmonic Highlights

  • The A sections feature a recurring I-vi-ii-V progression in C Major, providing a quintessential diatonic foundation for the melody.
  • The use of the minor subdominant (Fm6) introduces modal mixture, facilitating a smooth and emotive iv-I resolution back to the tonic.
  • The bridge modulates toward the relative minor (A minor) using a descending chromatic line cliché (Am, Am/maj7, Am7).
  • Integration of the secondary dominant D7 (V/V) and passing D#o7 creates efficient voice leading into the iii-vi-ii-V turnaround.

Improvisation Focus Targeting chord tones within cyclical I-vi-ii-V turnarounds.

Difficulty Rating 2/5: The harmonic structure is predictable and relies on standard jazz vocabulary, making it highly accessible for developing musicians.


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