Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Em7 | 8 | 20.0% |
| Bm7 | 7 | 17.5% |
| A7 | 7 | 17.5% |
| D6 | 5 | 12.5% |
| Am7 | 2 | 5.0% |
| D7 | 2 | 5.0% |
| Gmaj7 | 2 | 5.0% |
| E7 | 2 | 5.0% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Em7 -> A7 | Setup (Major Key) | 6 |
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| D7 -> Gmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Bm7 -> E7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| F#m7 -> B7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| B7 -> Em7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| A7 -> Dmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| C#m7b5 -> F#7 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| F#7 -> Bm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Features a cyclical I-vi-ii-V7 progression in D major, providing a quintessential “rhythm changes” style foundation for the A sections.
- Incorporates a secondary ii-V (Am7-D7) to tonicize the IV chord (Gmaj7), expanding the harmonic palette within the primary key.
- Utilizes a ii-V of ii (F#m7-B7) and a minor ii-V (C#m7b5-F#7) to create functional tension leading toward the supertonic and relative minor respectively.
Improvisation Focus D major diatonicism and guide-tone connecting through the frequent ii-V turnarounds.
Difficulty Rating 2/5: The progression is built on standard functional harmony and predictable cycles, offering a straightforward experience for intermediate players.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume I
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