Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 | 11 | 13.8% |
| C7 | 10 | 12.5% |
| Gm7 | 8 | 10.0% |
| Am7 | 4 | 5.0% |
| Fmaj7/A | 3 | 3.8% |
| A7 | 3 | 3.8% |
| A7/G | 2 | 2.5% |
| D7/F# | 2 | 2.5% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 7 |
| A7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 3 |
| Gm7b5/Db -> C7 | Setup (Minor Key) | 2 |
| C7 -> Fmaj7/A | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| E7 -> Amaj7/C# | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| D7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Bm7 -> E7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| E7 -> Am7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| F7 -> Bbmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| A7alt -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Gm7/C -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs a descending chromatic sequence of secondary dominants (A7/G–D7/F#–G7/F–C7/E–F7/Eb) that creates sophisticated linear motion and cycle-of-fifths tension.
- Utilizes frequent inversions (Fmaj7/A, Bb6/D, Gm7b5/Db) to facilitate a stepwise, melodic bass line, blurring the distinction between functional harmony and counterpoint.
- Bridges the relative keys of F major and D minor through rapid ii-V-I progressions, requiring the soloist to pivot frequently between major and natural minor tonalities.
- The Gm7b5/Db functions as a chromatic predominant chord, providing a dark, diminished-style tension that resolves strongly into the C7 turnaround.
Improvisation Focus Guide Tone Navigation to highlight the shifting 3rds and 7ths within the descending dominant cycle.
Difficulty Rating 4/5: The combination of a 3/4 waltz feel, rapid harmonic rhythm, and non-diatonic slash chords requires advanced melodic fluency and harmonic awareness.
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