Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cmaj7 | 8 | 18.2% |
| Dm7 | 7 | 15.9% |
| Gm7 | 5 | 11.4% |
| Fmaj7 | 3 | 6.8% |
| A7 | 3 | 6.8% |
| Bbmaj7 | 2 | 4.5% |
| Em7b5 | 2 | 4.5% |
| G7 | 2 | 4.5% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 3 |
| Em7b5 -> A7 | Setup (Minor Key) | 2 |
| E7 -> Am | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Bm7b5 -> E7b13 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Dm7 -> G7sus | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Rapid Tonicization: The progression frequently shifts tonal centers, moving from C major to the subdominant F major via Gm7 (ii-V of IV).
- Secondary Dominant Chains: The sequence B7-E7-Am utilizes a V/V/vi to V/vi movement, creating a strong temporary resolution to the relative minor.
- Chromatic Voice Leading: The descent from Am to Am/G, F#m7b5, and F7 uses a smooth bass line to bridge the gap between A minor and the subsequent ii-V in D minor.
- Non-Diatonic Pivots: The use of Bbmaj7 (bVII) functions as a “backdoor” chord, providing a brief Lydian flavor before returning to functional harmony.
Improvisation Focus Linear Modal Fluency. Success requires the ability to seamlessly transition between the parent scales of C, F, and Bb major while outlining the shifting guide tones.
Difficulty Rating 4 (Advanced): The high harmonic rhythm and frequent modulations require sophisticated scalar visualization and the ability to navigate non-functional dominant substitutions at tempo.
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The Real Book - Volume II
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