Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Bbmaj7927.3%
G7515.2%
Cm7515.2%
Ab7#11412.1%
Ebm626.1%
C726.1%
F726.1%
F7#513.0%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
G7 -> Cm7Resolution (Minor)2
Cm7 -> F7Setup (Major Key)2
Cm7 -> F7#5Setup (Major Key)1
F7#5 -> Bbmaj7Resolution (Major)1

Harmonic Highlights:

  • The prominent bVII7#11 (Ab7#11) functions as a recurring backdoor dominant or Lydian Dominant leading to the tonic Bbmaj7.
  • Secondary dominants (G7, C7) create dominant chains (V/ii, V/V) leading towards the tonic’s dominant and resolution.
  • Features an altered dominant V (F7#5) and a chromatic minor chord (Ebm6), adding tension and unique color.

Improvisation Focus: Navigating altered dominant scales (e.g., Lydian Dominant for Ab7#11, Altered for F7#5).

Difficulty Rating: 3 (Intermediate-Advanced) because it requires navigating frequent secondary dominants, altered chords, and unique chromatic movements like the bVII7#11 and Ebm6.