Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Eb | 4 | 50.0% |
| D7 | 2 | 25.0% |
| C7 | 2 | 25.0% |
No obvious ii-V patterns detected.
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The progression utilizes a bVI to V7 (Eb to D7) movement, establishing a strong Phrygian-inflected cadence that reinforces the G minor tonality.
- The transition to C7 functions as a secondary dominant (II7), introducing a Dorian-like brightness via the E natural, which contrasts with the darker G minor foundation.
- The harmonic rhythm is relatively slow, emphasizing elongated dominant tensions that allow for significant use of altered extensions (b9, #5) over the D7 chords.
Improvisation Focus G Melodic Minor (balancing the F# leading tone for D7 and the E natural for C7).
Difficulty Rating 2/5 — The predictable structure and slow chord changes make it an ideal entry point for learning minor-key functional harmony and secondary dominants.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Dixieland Book
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