Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Bb71025.0%
Eb7615.0%
Db737.5%
Gb737.5%
F737.5%
Ab725.0%
B725.0%
G725.0%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
G7 -> Cm7Resolution (Minor)2
Cm7 -> F7Setup (Major Key)2
Cm7b5 -> F7Setup (Minor Key)1
Dm7 -> G7Setup (Major Key)1

Harmonic Highlights:

  • Features extended dominant 7th chord cycles, notably a descending sequence like Eb7-Ab7-Db7-Gb7, expanding beyond typical blues harmony.
  • Employs frequent tritone substitutions and chromatic dominant approaches (e.g., Db7, Gb7, B7, A7) to create tension and chromatic movement.
  • Includes a iiø7-V7 progression (Cm7b5-F7) that resolves to the V7 chord (Bb7) of the primary key, intensifying the dominant’s role.

Improvisation Focus: Navigating dominant 7th chord tones and their various alterations.

Difficulty Rating: 4 (Advanced Intermediate) - The extensive use of chromatic dominants, tritone substitutions, and extended cycles requires a sophisticated understanding of harmonic function and scale applications.