Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 | 11 | 34.4% |
| Cm7 | 7 | 21.9% |
| Ebmaj7 | 7 | 21.9% |
| Ab7 | 2 | 6.2% |
| Bb7 | 1 | 3.1% |
| Abmaj7 | 1 | 3.1% |
| A7 | 1 | 3.1% |
| G7b9 | 1 | 3.1% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bb7 -> Ebmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| G7b9 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| G7#9 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The A-section utilizes a diatonic stepwise oscillation (Cm7 - Dm7 - Ebmaj7 - Dm7), emphasizing a modal C Aeolian or Dorian landscape without traditional V7-i functional resolutions.
- The bridge introduces functional movement toward the relative major (Eb), utilizing a Bb7 dominant to transition from the static minor modal center.
- Use of Abmaj7 (bVI) provides subdominant relief, introducing a Lydian quality and expanding the harmonic palette beyond the initial minor scale.
- The slow harmonic rhythm favors linear development over dense vertical changes, characteristic of Coltrane’s meditative modal period.
Improvisation Focus C minor pentatonic and C Aeolian/Dorian modal development.
Difficulty Rating 2/5; the slow tempo and repetitive diatonic cycles are accessible, but sustaining interest over the modal structure requires significant melodic maturity.
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