Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cmaj7 | 3 | 37.5% |
| G7sus | 3 | 37.5% |
| Em7b5 | 1 | 12.5% |
| A7 | 1 | 12.5% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cmaj7 -> G7sus | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| G7sus -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Em7b5 -> A7 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Opening on the IV chord (Cmaj7) creates a Lydian-inflected, suspended harmonic feel that delays tonic resolution.
- The repetitive I7sus to IVmaj7 movement establishes a pastoral, modal atmosphere characteristic of 1960s jazz-waltz aesthetics.
- A minor ii-V (Em7b5 – A7) provides a pivot towards the relative minor, introducing harmonic tension via the b9 and b13 on the A7.
- Consistent use of pedal points and static harmony encourages melodic development over complex functional progressions.
Improvisation Focus C Lydian/G Major scale fluidity and navigating minor ii-V-I resolutions.
Difficulty Rating 3/5. The slow harmonic rhythm demands melodic creativity, while the shift from major to minor tonalities requires precise control of altered dominant extensions.
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