Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cm7 | 5 | 29.4% |
| G7b9b13 | 5 | 29.4% |
| Dm7b5 | 3 | 17.6% |
| Gb7#11 | 1 | 5.9% |
| Fm7 | 1 | 5.9% |
| Eb7 | 1 | 5.9% |
| Ab7#11 | 1 | 5.9% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7b5 -> G7b9b13 | Setup (Minor Key) | 3 |
| G7b9b13 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 3 |
| Cm7 -> G7b9b13 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The primary movement is a recurring minor ii-V-i (Dm7b5 – G7b9 – Cm7), establishing a clear functional foundation in C minor.
- The Gb7#11 serves as a tritone substitution for C7, providing a chromatic leading tone into the IV chord (Fm7).
- A descending stepwise sequence (Fm7 – Eb7 – Dm7b5) creates harmonic momentum toward the primary G7b9 dominant.
- The Ab7#11 acts as a bVI7 chord, utilizing Lydian Dominant textures to intensify the resolution to the V7b9 turnaround.
Improvisation Focus Minor ii-V-i chord-tone targeting.
Difficulty Rating 2/5: The repetitive structure and clear resolutions make it an ideal entry point for learning minor-key improvisation without frequent modulations.
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The Real Book - Volume I
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