Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Ab07513.5%
D7/A410.8%
Fmaj7410.8%
Em738.1%
Dm738.1%
Gm725.4%
C725.4%
F0725.4%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Gm7 -> C7Setup (Major Key)2
Em7 -> A7b13Setup (Major Key)2
Dm7 -> G7Setup (Major Key)2
Fm7 -> Bb7Setup (Major Key)1
Fm7 -> Bb7#11Setup (Major Key)1
A7b13 -> Dm7Resolution (Minor)1

Harmonic Highlights:

  • Prominent backdoor ii-V (Fm7-Bb7) resolving to Fmaj7 (I).
  • Recurring Abø7 (diminished 7) as a chromatic passing chord or altered dominant substitute.
  • Strong tonicization of D minor via Em7-A7b13-Dm7 (ii-V-i).
  • Use of D7/A as an inverted V/ii, anticipating motion towards Gm7.

Improvisation Focus: Precise chord tone outlining, emphasizing extensions and chromatic voice leading.

Difficulty Rating: 4 (Advanced Intermediate) - The frequent modulations, use of backdoor dominants, and chromatic diminished chords demand a strong command of harmony and melodic navigation.