Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 | 7 | 17.9% |
| C7 | 7 | 17.9% |
| Am7 | 6 | 15.4% |
| Fmaj7 | 4 | 10.3% |
| Dm7 | 4 | 10.3% |
| D7 | 4 | 10.3% |
| Bm7b5 | 3 | 7.7% |
| E7b9 | 3 | 7.7% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 7 |
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 3 |
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| Bm7b5 -> E7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 3 |
| E7b9 -> Am7 | Resolution (Minor) | 3 |
| D7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 3 |
| D7 -> Am7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights:
- The A section centers on a cyclical I-vi-ii-V progression (Fmaj7-Dm7-Gm7-C7), establishing a traditional diatonic foundation.
- The bridge shifts to the mediant key area, utilizing repeated minor ii-V-i sequences (Bm7b5-E7b9-Am7) to create a dark, functional contrast to the tonic major.
- Smooth voice-leading is facilitated by secondary dominants like D7, which serves as a pivot to drive the harmony toward the ii chord (Gm7) or the iii chord (Am7).
Improvisation Focus: Navigating the modulation from F Major diatonicism to A Harmonic Minor for the bridge’s minor ii-V-i resolutions.
Difficulty Rating: 2. This standard is accessible for intermediate players because it primarily uses repetitive diatonic cycles and standard minor turnarounds without complex non-functional harmony.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume IV
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