Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 | 4 | 25.0% |
| G7 | 4 | 25.0% |
| Gm7 | 4 | 25.0% |
| C7 | 4 | 25.0% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 4 |
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 4 |
| G7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 3 |
| C7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 3 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The progression utilizes extended ii-V sequences, beginning with a v-V/IV movement (Dm7-G7) that emphasizes the subdominant region before reaching the tonic.
- Transition to Gm7-C7 establishes a i-IV7 “Dorian blues” relationship, a hallmark of Hefti’s sophisticated, groove-oriented television scoring.
- The harmonic rhythm is exceptionally stable, utilizing four-bar blocks of static ii-V cells rather than rapid functional turnarounds.
Improvisation Focus Dorian and Mixolydian modal interchange over shifting ii-V tonal centers.
Difficulty Rating 2/5: The repetitive harmonic cells are predictable and accessible for intermediate players, though they require rhythmic ingenuity to avoid melodic stagnation.