Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Cmaj7513.9%
Dm7513.9%
G7411.1%
Em738.3%
Db7#1125.6%
Gm725.6%
C725.6%
Fm725.6%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Dm7 -> G7Setup (Major Key)3
Gm7 -> C7Setup (Major Key)2
C7 -> Fm7Resolution (Minor)2
Fm7 -> Bb7Setup (Major Key)2
Dm7 -> G7#5Setup (Major Key)2
G7#5 -> Cmaj7Resolution (Major)2
G7 -> Cmaj7Resolution (Major)2
G7 -> Dm7Resolution (Minor)1
Cmaj7 -> G7Setup (Major Key)1
F#m7b5 -> B7b9Setup (Minor Key)1
B7b9 -> Em7Resolution (Minor)1
Em7 -> A7Setup (Major Key)1
A7 -> Dm7Resolution (Minor)1

Harmonic Highlights:

  • The Db7#11 (bII7) functions as a tritone substitution, introducing a distinct chromatic color and reharmonization against the tonic.
  • Modal interchange is prominent with the Fm7 and Bb7 (iv7 and bVII7), borrowing chords from the parallel C minor for harmonic variety.
  • Frequent secondary dominant progressions, such as F#m7b5 - B7b9 resolving to Em7, create movement to non-tonic targets.
  • The Eb07 acts as a passing diminished chord, facilitating smooth voice leading between Em7 and Dm7.

Improvisation Focus: Targeting chord tones and extensions, particularly applying altered scales over dominant 7th chords.

Difficulty Rating: 4 (Advanced Intermediate) - Frequent modulations, secondary dominants, and tritone substitutions demand strong harmonic awareness and agility.