Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 | 21 | 32.8% |
| Fm7 | 15 | 23.4% |
| Abmaj7 | 11 | 17.2% |
| C7#9 | 4 | 6.2% |
| Gm7b5 | 3 | 4.7% |
| Bbm7 | 3 | 4.7% |
| C7b9 | 2 | 3.1% |
| Fm | 2 | 3.1% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| C7#9 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 3 |
| Gm7b5 -> C7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 2 |
| C7b9 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Gm7b5 -> C7#9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| C7#9 -> Fm | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Fm -> C7#9 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The progression utilizes a recurring i7 – iim7 – bIIImaj7 – iim7 modal loop, rooted strictly in the F Aeolian mode.
- It eschews traditional functional V7 – i cadences, relying instead on stepwise diatonic movement to maintain a static, “cool” jazz atmosphere.
- The harmony emphasizes the bIII (Abmaj7), providing a momentary lift that resolves back through the iim7 (Gm7) to the tonic.
- Parallel chord voicing is common in this style, allowing for a blues-inflected delivery over a minor-key modal bed.
Improvisation Focus F Minor Blues Scale. The soulful essence of the tune relies on phrasing within the pentatonic framework while highlighting the “blue note” (B natural).
Difficulty Rating 1 (Beginner). The repetitive, diatonic structure and slow tempo allow players to focus on groove and expression rather than navigating complex modulations.