Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
F9713.7%
Bb13713.7%
C947.8%
Bb747.8%
Eb947.8%
Eb35.9%
Db735.9%
Gb935.9%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Fm7 -> Bb7Setup (Major Key)3
C7 -> Fm7Resolution (Minor)2
Gm7 -> C7Setup (Major Key)1

  • Harmonic Highlights:

    • Prominent use of the bVII7 chord (Db7) which resolves chromatically rather than in a direct “backdoor” fashion.
    • Intricate dominant sequence (C9-Gb9) functioning as a double leading-tone approach to the F9 (II chord).
    • Frequent deployment of rich dominant 9th and 13th extensions (C9, Gb9, F9, Bb13) throughout the progression.
    • Seamless integration of standard diatonic turnarounds (III-VI-II-V) with complex chromatic dominant substitutions.
  • Improvisation Focus: Navigating chromatic dominant alterations and tritone substitutions.

  • Difficulty Rating: 4 (Intermediate-Advanced). The intricate chromatic dominant movements and substitutions require a solid grasp of advanced harmonic concepts.