Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Fmaj7516.1%
C7516.1%
Gm7412.9%
Bb6926.5%
Am26.5%
F626.5%
E713.2%
D1313.2%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Gm7 -> C7Setup (Major Key)4
C7 -> Fmaj7Resolution (Major)2
E7 -> AmResolution (Minor)1
D7 -> Gm7Resolution (Minor)1
D7b9 -> Gm7Resolution (Minor)1

Harmonic Highlights

  • The progression opens with a I-IV (Fmaj7 to Bb69) plagal oscillation, creating a stable but atmospheric tonal foundation.
  • It utilizes secondary dominants such as E7 (V/iii) and D13 (V/ii) to create chromatic momentum within the F major diatonic framework.
  • The structure features standard iii-VI-ii-V turnarounds (Am7-D13-Gm7-C7), with the D13b9 variant introducing G harmonic minor tensions.

Improvisation Focus Navigating secondary II-V-I sequences by emphasizing the altered tensions (b9, 13) on the VI7 chord.

Difficulty Rating 2/5; the piece relies on foundational jazz cycles and predictable functional harmony, making it ideal for intermediate study.


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