Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| G6 | 6 | 17.6% |
| Eb7 | 5 | 14.7% |
| A7 | 4 | 11.8% |
| Am7 | 4 | 11.8% |
| D7 | 4 | 11.8% |
| G7 | 3 | 8.8% |
| Cmaj7 | 2 | 5.9% |
| F7#11 | 2 | 5.9% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cmaj7 -> F7#11 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| G7 -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Backdoor dominant resolution: The transition from IVmaj7 (Cmaj7) to bVII7 (F7#11) provides a smooth “backdoor” return to the tonic G6.
- Chromatic bridge descent: A sequence of descending dominant 7th chords (G7-Gb7-F7-E7) utilizes chromatic voice leading to target the supertonic.
- Secondary dominant cycling: The inclusion of VI7 (E7) and II7 (A7) reinforces a circle-of-fifths motion, typical of the 32-bar AABA swing structure.
- Subdominant minor substitute: The Eb7 chord functions as a chromatic approach or tritone substitute to the Am7, adding harmonic tension before the cadence.
Improvisation Focus
Chord Tone Soloing (Arpeggiation) to navigate the frequent secondary dominant shifts.
Difficulty Rating
2/5. The slow harmonic rhythm and predictable structure are accessible for beginners, requiring only basic awareness of non-diatonic dominant chords.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume II
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