Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Cm7 | 8 | 50.0% |
| Abmaj7#11 | 4 | 25.0% |
| G7b9 | 4 | 25.0% |
No obvious ii-V patterns detected.
Harmonic Highlights:
- Prolonged Cm7 vamp establishes a strong modal minor tonic, setting a contemplative and stable foundation before any harmonic movement.
- The bVImaj7#11 (Abmaj7#11) introduces a distinctive Lydian color and a signature McCoy Tyner harmonic choice, creating a sophisticated pre-dominant sonority with characteristic brightness.
- A strong V7b9 (G7b9) provides classic dominant tension with altered extensions, leading back to the C minor tonic and completing a concise, modern minor key progression.
Improvisation Focus: C Melodic Minor Scale and its derived modes.
Difficulty Rating: 4 - Advanced Intermediate. The non-diatonic Abmaj7#11 and specific dominant alterations require a strong grasp of modern minor harmony and modal interchange.