Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Am7 | 5 | 12.2% |
| D7 | 4 | 9.8% |
| C7 | 4 | 9.8% |
| Em7 | 4 | 9.8% |
| B7#5 | 3 | 7.3% |
| E7 | 3 | 7.3% |
| A7#5 | 2 | 4.9% |
| G7 | 2 | 4.9% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Am7 -> D7sus | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| D7 -> Am7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Em7 -> A7b13 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| A7b13 -> Dm | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Em7b5 -> A7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| Am7 -> D7#5 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| E7 -> Am7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The bridge features an extended cycle of dominants (B7–E7–A7–D7) moving through the circle of fifths to return to the tonic G.
- Chromatic passing motion is utilized via A#º7 to bridge the gap between the ii (Am7) and iii (Bm7) chords.
- Functional ii-V cells (Am7–D7) are often embellished with suspensions (D7sus) and altered tensions (A7b13) to create sophisticated voice leading.
- Modal interchange occurs through the use of Em7b5 and A7b13, momentarily introducing G minor tonality within a major context.
Improvisation Focus Navigating the cycle of fifths dominant chain using guide-tone lines and altered dominant scales.
Difficulty Rating 3/5: The bridge’s rapid secondary dominant shifts require quick harmonic navigation and precise voice leading despite the accessible A-section.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume VI
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