Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bm7 | 9 | 23.1% |
| E7 | 9 | 23.1% |
| Amaj7 | 7 | 17.9% |
| Dmaj7 | 3 | 7.7% |
| F#m7 | 2 | 5.1% |
| B7 | 2 | 5.1% |
| A6 | 2 | 5.1% |
| G#m7b5 | 1 | 2.6% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bm7 -> E7 | Setup (Major Key) | 9 |
| E7 -> Amaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 5 |
| E7 -> Bm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| G#m7b5 -> C#7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| C#7b9 -> F#m7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| F#m7 -> B7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| E7/G# -> Amaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| F#7 -> Bm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs a persistent I - ii - V turnaround (Amaj7 - Bm7 - E7) to establish a strong tonic center and a rhythmic “swing” feel.
- Utilizes a secondary ii - V - i progression (G#m7b5 - C#7b9 - F#m7) to modulate momentarily toward the relative minor (vi).
- Features the B7 (II7) chord as a secondary dominant (V/V), creating harmonic tension that resolves through the dominant E7 back to the tonic.
- Relies on standard functional harmony where most chords are derived directly from the A major scale, ensuring a melodic and accessible structure.
Improvisation Focus A Major Scale (Ionian) combined with the use of the F# Harmonic Minor scale over the C#7b9 chord to highlight the pull to the relative minor.
Difficulty Rating 2/5: The progression is mostly diatonic and follows predictable functional jazz patterns, making it accessible for musicians learning to navigate basic secondary dominants.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume III
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