Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Am7 | 4 | 22.2% |
| E7b9 | 4 | 22.2% |
| C7 | 3 | 16.7% |
| Fmaj7 | 3 | 16.7% |
| Bm7b5 | 3 | 16.7% |
| Bb7 | 1 | 5.6% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 3 |
| Bm7b5 -> E7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 3 |
| E7b9 -> Am7 | Resolution (Minor) | 3 |
| Fmaj7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Am7 -> E7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Uses a I-V/IV-IV progression (Am7-C7-Fmaj7), where C7 functions as a secondary dominant targeting the IV chord.
- Employs a standard minor ii-V-i cadence (Bm7b5 - E7b9 - Am7) to reinforce the A minor key center.
- Includes a chromatic Bb7 (bII7), acting as a subV/ii to create a descending chromatic bass line toward the Bm7b5.
Improvisation Focus A Minor Blues scale for soulful phrasing, switching to A Harmonic Minor over the E7b9.
Difficulty Rating 2/5: The repetitive form and clear functional relationships make it highly accessible for developing improvisers.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume IV
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