Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
F1026.3%
C7718.4%
G7410.5%
Bb410.5%
Gm725.3%
Bb725.3%
F725.3%
Bbm725.3%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Gm7 -> C7Setup (Major Key)2
Cm7 -> F7Setup (Major Key)1

Harmonic Highlights

  • Frequent use of I–ii–V–I and I–VI–ii–V cycles in F Major, establishing a quintessential “West Coast” swing foundation.
  • Incorporation of secondary dominants, specifically G7 (V/V), to create strong melodic tension leading toward the C7 dominant.
  • A functional shift to the subdominant (Bb) facilitated by a ii–V–I cell (Cm7–F7–Bb) and the coloristic use of Eb7 (bVII7).

Improvisation Focus F Major Bebop Scale

Difficulty Rating 2/5: The harmonic rhythm is steady and the modulations are predictable, making it an ideal vehicle for practicing foundational bebop vocabulary and guide-tone connectivity.


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