Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Am7 | 7 | 18.4% |
| D7 | 7 | 18.4% |
| E7 | 5 | 13.2% |
| Bm7 | 4 | 10.5% |
| G6 | 3 | 7.9% |
| G7b9 | 2 | 5.3% |
| Cm7 | 2 | 5.3% |
| F7 | 2 | 5.3% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 7 |
| E7 -> Am7 | Resolution (Minor) | 5 |
| Bm7 -> E7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| G7b9 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| D7 -> Gmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| C#m7b5 -> F#7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| F#7b9 -> Bm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Bm7 -> E7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| E7b9 -> Am7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Uses a chromatic ii-V (Cm7–F7) to approach the iii chord (Bm7), a characteristic “cool jazz” subversion of standard diatonic functional harmony.
- Employs extended circle-of-fifths sequences (Bm7–E7–Am7–D7) that provide the foundational “walking” momentum typical of Mulligan’s style.
- The bridge features a temporary modulation toward the mediant (B minor) via a ii-V (C#m7b5–F#7b9), requiring precise navigation of the minor tonal center.
- Incorporates secondary dominants like G7b9 to create melodic tension that resolves into the subdominant or related ii-V patterns.
Improvisation Focus G Major Bebop scale and fluid guide-tone voice leading through rapid ii-V-I cycles.
Difficulty Rating 3/5: The moderate tempo allows for melodic development, but the frequent ii-V turnarounds and bridge modulations require disciplined harmonic awareness.
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