Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 | 9 | 22.5% |
| C7#5 | 6 | 15.0% |
| F6 | 5 | 12.5% |
| C7 | 4 | 10.0% |
| Gm/maj7 | 3 | 7.5% |
| Dm7 | 2 | 5.0% |
| G7 | 2 | 5.0% |
| D7 | 2 | 5.0% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| C7#5 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Am7 -> D7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| D7b9 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| C7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Am7b5 -> D7 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| Gm7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| D7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Frequent use of C7#5 (V7alt) creates augmented tension, acting as a chromatic turnaround or tonic prolongation within the F major sections.
- The minor-major seventh cliché (Gm to Gm/maj7) utilizes chromatic inner-voice leading to enrich the subdominant minor texture.
- Secondary dominant chains (Am7–D7b9 to Gm7) introduce diminished-seventh colors, providing a strong pull toward the ii-V-I cadence.
Improvisation Focus The G Melodic Minor scale to navigate the Gm/maj7 voice-leading and the C Altered scale for the V7#5 tensions.
Difficulty Rating 2: The structure relies on predictable II-V-I movements and standard Tin Pan Alley clichés, making it accessible for intermediate players.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume III
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