Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cm | 6 | 18.8% |
| Dm7b5 | 5 | 15.6% |
| G7b9 | 5 | 15.6% |
| Ab7 | 5 | 15.6% |
| G7 | 4 | 12.5% |
| C7b9 | 2 | 6.2% |
| Fm7 | 2 | 6.2% |
| Cmaj7 | 2 | 6.2% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7b5 -> G7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 5 |
| G7b9 -> Cm | Resolution (Minor) | 4 |
| C7b9 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| G7b9 -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| G7 -> Cm | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Frequent use of minor ii-V-i progressions (Dm7b5–G7b9–Cm) establishes the somber C minor tonality.
- A secondary dominant (C7b9) facilitates a smooth transition to the subdominant chord (Fm7).
- The bridge features persistent Ab7 to G7 (bVI7 to V7) oscillation, creating heavy chromatic tension and Phrygian dominant textures.
- Brief modulation to the parallel major (Cmaj7) provides a momentary modal lift before reverting to minor.
Improvisation Focus C Harmonic Minor, specifically targeting the b6 and major 7th intervals to navigate the minor ii-V-i cadences.
Difficulty Rating 3/5 (Intermediate); success requires fluidly navigating minor-key cadences and the bridge’s rapid chromatic dominant shifts.
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