Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
F6623.1%
Gm7311.5%
C7b927.7%
Bbmaj727.7%
G727.7%
D713.8%
Cm713.8%
F713.8%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Gm7 -> C7b9Setup (Major Key)2
D7 -> Gm7Resolution (Minor)1
Cm7 -> F7Setup (Major Key)1
F7 -> Bbmaj7Resolution (Major)1
Bbm7 -> Eb7Setup (Major Key)1
Gm7 -> C7Setup (Major Key)1
D7b9 -> Gm7Resolution (Minor)1

Harmonic Highlights:

  • Frequent secondary dominant function, exemplified by D7 (V7/ii) leading to Gm7.
  • Temporary tonicization of the subdominant (Bbmaj7) via a ii-V progression (Cm7-F7).
  • Extended descending cycle of dominant 7ths (A7#5-D9-G7#5-C9) building strong forward motion towards the tonic.
  • Incorporation of iv minor to bVII7 (Bbm7-Eb7), offering a ‘backdoor’ dominant flavor or parallel minor exploration.

Improvisation Focus: Mixolydian scales and their common alterations (e.g., altered, Lydian dominant) to navigate the prevalent V7 chords.

Difficulty Rating: 4. The rapid harmonic rhythm, extensive dominant cycles, and frequent altered chord extensions demand an advanced understanding of improvisation.