Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Am7 | 5 | 8.8% |
| D7 | 5 | 8.8% |
| Bm7 | 5 | 8.8% |
| E7 | 5 | 8.8% |
| Fmaj7 | 4 | 7.0% |
| Gm7 | 4 | 7.0% |
| C7 | 4 | 7.0% |
| Gmaj7 | 4 | 7.0% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 5 |
| Bm7 -> E7 | Setup (Major Key) | 5 |
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 4 |
| D7 -> Gmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 3 |
| E7 -> Amaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 3 |
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| C7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| F7 -> Bbmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Bbmaj7 -> Eb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| D7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| D7 -> Am7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| G7 -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Cmaj7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| E7 -> Am7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| E7 -> Bm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| A7 -> Dmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Dmaj7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| C#m7 -> F#7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| F#7 -> Bm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- The use of a #I°7 (F#°7) passing chord provides a chromatic bridge between the tonic (Fmaj7) and the supertonic (Gm7), typical of swing-era voice leading.
- The progression employs a backdoor dominant resolution (Eb7 to Am7), utilizing the bVII7 chord to reach the iii chord via parallel motion.
- A direct modulation occurs via a ii-V-I sequence (Am7–D7–Gmaj7), shifting the tonal center from F Major up a whole step to G Major.
Improvisation Focus
Diatonic guide-tone navigation focusing on the 3rds and 7ths to highlight the frequent ii-V-I transitions.
Difficulty Rating
2/5. The harmonic rhythm is predictable and the modulations follow standard functional patterns, making it accessible for those familiar with basic jazz vocabulary.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume VI
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