Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| C7 | 5 | 15.2% |
| F | 4 | 12.1% |
| G7 | 2 | 6.1% |
| Gm7 | 2 | 6.1% |
| Bb | 2 | 6.1% |
| B07 | 2 | 6.1% |
| F/C | 2 | 6.1% |
| D7 | 2 | 6.1% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| D7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Em7b5 -> A7 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| A7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Frequent use of secondary dominants, specifically G7 (V7/V) and D7 (V7/ii), creating strong forward-moving “circle of fifths” momentum characteristic of Vaudeville show tunes.
- The IV - #iv°7 - I/V (Bb - B°7 - F/C) sequence serves as a classic idiomatic transition, providing a chromatic bridge into the final turnaround.
- A chromatic side-slip via B9 to Bb functions as a tritone substitution or neighbor chord, momentarily destabilizing the tonal center before resolving.
- The progression utilizes rapid ii-V-I turnarounds and “rhythm changes” influences, demanding quick navigation of functional chord substitutions.
Improvisation Focus F Major Bebop Scale (incorporating chromatic passing tones over secondary dominants).
Difficulty Rating 3/5: The rapid harmonic rhythm and frequent secondary dominants require precise timing and a solid grasp of functional guide-tone leading at a fast tempo.
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The Real Book - Volume VI
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