Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Eb6925.0%
Bb7616.7%
Fm7513.9%
E07411.1%
Ab7411.1%
G725.6%
C725.6%
F725.6%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Fm7 -> Bb7Setup (Major Key)4

Harmonic Highlights

  • Employs a frequent I - #io7 - iim7 - V7 turnaround (Eb6 - Edim7 - Fm7 - Bb7), using the diminished chord as a chromatic passing connector.
  • Features a classic “backcycling” secondary dominant chain (G7 - C7 - F7 - Bb7), navigating the circle of fifths to return to the tonic.
  • Incorporates the IV7 chord (Ab7) in the bridge, introducing a blues-oriented subdominant sound that deviates from standard diatonic behavior.

Improvisation Focus Eb Major Bebop scale to emphasize chord tones while smoothly bridging chromatic passing motions.

Difficulty Rating 2/5 β€” The clear functional harmony and predictable secondary dominants make this an accessible study in traditional jazz turnaround patterns.


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