Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| C | 6 | 12.5% |
| Dm7 | 4 | 8.3% |
| G7sus | 4 | 8.3% |
| Dbmaj7 | 2 | 4.2% |
| Dm | 2 | 4.2% |
| G7 | 2 | 4.2% |
| Am7 | 2 | 4.2% |
| Am | 2 | 4.2% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 -> G7sus | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Dm -> G7sus | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Am -> D7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| D7b9 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Gm7 -> C7b9#11 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The inclusion of Dbmaj7 (bIImaj7) serves as a Neapolitan-style neighbor chord, providing a lush, lyrical lift that softens the transition to the ii-V-I cell.
- Frequent G7sus4 to G7 resolutions create a gospel-inflected “open” tonality, characteristic of Jarrett’s folk-influenced melodic style.
- The chromatic ascent from Dm7 through D#o7 to Em7 utilizes a secondary leading-tone movement to provide sophisticated voice-leading between the IV and iii chords.
Improvisation Focus Melodic development within the C Major scale, prioritizing “singable” phrases and chord-tone placement over dense chromaticism.
Difficulty Rating 2/5: While the harmonic rhythm is slow and mostly diatonic, the challenge lies in mastering the nuanced touch and expressive phrasing required for the ECM aesthetic.