Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| C7 | 5 | 19.2% |
| D7 | 3 | 11.5% |
| F6 | 3 | 11.5% |
| A7 | 3 | 11.5% |
| Gm7 | 3 | 11.5% |
| G7 | 2 | 7.7% |
| Fmaj7 | 1 | 3.8% |
| F/A | 1 | 3.8% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| C7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| D7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The progression centers on a quintessential VI7-II7-V7-I cycle (D7-G7-C7-F), establishing a strong, predictable forward motion.
- Chromatic movement from F/A to Fm/A to C/G demonstrates a “subdominant minor” function, providing harmonic color via the b6 degree (Ab).
- Utilization of B°7 as a #IV diminished chord serves as a chromatic bridge between the IV chord (Bb) and the tonic (F).
- Secondary dominants are used extensively to tonicize the ii and V chords, requiring vertical thinking over the cycling dominant qualities.
Improvisation Focus Chord-tone targeting within the F Major Bebop scale to navigate secondary dominants.
Difficulty Rating 2/5: The tune’s reliance on standard cyclical cadences and clear diatonic relationships makes it a foundational study for developing jazz vocabulary.
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