Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Eb6 | 9 | 33.3% |
| Fm7 | 4 | 14.8% |
| Bb7 | 4 | 14.8% |
| Ebmaj7 | 3 | 11.1% |
| Dbm7 | 2 | 7.4% |
| Fm7/Bb | 2 | 7.4% |
| Cm7 | 2 | 7.4% |
| C7b9 | 1 | 3.7% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Bb7 -> Ebmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| C7b9 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
Harmonic Highlights
- The striking Dbm7 (bVIIm7) chord provides a unique chromatic color, often functioning as a backdoor dominant preparation or a rich passing chord back to the tonic Eb.
- Standard ii-V-I and I-vi-ii-V-I progressions in Eb major form the diatonic backbone, ensuring clear functional harmony.
- The C7b9 secondary dominant acts as V7/ii, temporarily tonicizing Fm7 and adding advanced voice-leading opportunities.
Improvisation Focus Navigating chromatic passing chords and secondary dominants while maintaining a strong sense of the Eb major key.
Difficulty Rating 3 (Intermediate). The tune combines familiar diatonic movements with non-functional chromatic chords and secondary dominants, requiring careful melodic and harmonic navigation.