Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Am7215.4%
Dbmaj7215.4%
Bm7b5215.4%
E7#9215.4%
Cm717.7%
F7b917.7%
Bbmaj717.7%
Abm717.7%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Bm7b5 -> E7#9Setup (Minor Key)2
E7#9 -> Am7Resolution (Minor)1
Cm7 -> F7b9Setup (Major Key)1
F7b9 -> Bbmaj7Resolution (Major)1
Abm7 -> Db7Setup (Major Key)1

Harmonic Highlights:

  • The prominent Dbmaj7 following Am7 creates a striking chromatic mediant effect, contrasting with the subsequent standard iiø7-V7alt-i resolution (Bm7b5-E7#9-Am7) in A minor.
  • Abrupt modulation occurs via a clear ii-V-I progression (Cm7-F7b9-Bbmaj7), tonicizing Bb major a half-step above the initial A minor key center.
  • Further harmonic complexity is introduced by the Abm7-Db7 ii-V, implying a brief venture into Gb major, demonstrating advanced chromatic side-slipping.

Improvisation Focus: Adapting to local tonalities through advanced chord-scale knowledge.

Difficulty Rating: 4 (Advanced). Requires a strong grasp of altered scales, non-diatonic harmony, and quick adaptation to multiple temporary key centers.