Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Bb71244.4%
Eb71037.0%
C7311.1%
D713.7%
G713.7%

No obvious ii-V patterns detected.


Harmonic Highlights:

  • Utilizes a 16-bar structure built on dominant 7th chords, primarily alternating between the tonic (Bb7) and subdominant (Eb7) to establish a blues-funk foundation.
  • Features a rapid secondary dominant turnaround (D7–G7) that follows the cycle of fourths, providing a brief but high-tension departure from the tonic.
  • The extended C7 section functions as an elongated II7 or V/V, creating sustained harmonic tension and rhythmic anticipation before resolving back to the Bb7 head.

Improvisation Focus: Blending the Bb Mixolydian scale with the Bb Minor Pentatonic/Blues scale.

Difficulty Rating: 2/5. The harmonic vocabulary is straightforward and repetitive, making it an ideal entry point for practicing dominant 7th soloing and syncopated funk phrasing.