Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cmaj7 | 8 | 21.6% |
| G7 | 7 | 18.9% |
| A7 | 6 | 16.2% |
| D7 | 5 | 13.5% |
| E7 | 4 | 10.8% |
| Fm6 | 2 | 5.4% |
| Dm7 | 2 | 5.4% |
| Gmaj7 | 1 | 2.7% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| G7 -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 4 |
| D7 -> Gmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Gmaj7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| G7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| A7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Dm7 -> A7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Cmaj7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Extended Dominant Cycle: The progression utilizes a sequential chain of secondary dominants (E7-A7-D7-G7), traversing the circle of fifths (V/vi to V/ii to V/V to V) to return to the tonic.
- Secondary Modulation: The bridge features a brief tonicization of the dominant key (G major) via a II-V-I movement, a hallmark of early Tin Pan Alley songwriting.
- Modal Mixture: Employs the minor subdominant (Fm6), providing a classic “sentimental” chromatic resolution (ivm6 to I) common in ballad and swing eras.
Improvisation Focus Guide tone connectivity through the extended circle of fifths dominant chain.
Difficulty Rating 2/5 (Beginner-Intermediate). The slow harmonic rhythm and predictable cycle of fifths make it an excellent vehicle for mastering secondary dominants without high-speed technical demands.
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The Real Book - Volume V
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