Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
F7720.0%
G7617.1%
Cm7514.3%
Bbmaj725.7%
Dm725.7%
Fm725.7%
Bb725.7%
Ebmaj725.7%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Cm7 -> F7Setup (Major Key)5
G7 -> Cm7Resolution (Minor)4
Dm7 -> G7Setup (Major Key)2
Fm7 -> Bb7Setup (Major Key)2
Bb7 -> Ebmaj7Resolution (Major)2
Ebmaj7 -> Ab7Setup (Major Key)2
F7 -> Bbmaj7Resolution (Major)1

Harmonic Highlights:

  • Extensive use of secondary dominants (e.g., G7 as V/ii, Bb7 as V/IV) to propel the harmony and create brief tonicizations.
  • Frequent ii-V-I progressions, appearing both diatonic (Cm7-F7-Bbmaj7) and temporarily tonicizing the subdominant (Fm7-Bb7-Ebmaj7).
  • Features a characteristic bebop descending dominant chain (D7-G7-C7-F7) creating strong harmonic tension leading to the tonic’s dominant.

Improvisation Focus: Bebop scales and advanced arpeggio outlining for rapid chord changes.

Difficulty Rating: 5 (Advanced) - Demands proficient command of altered scales, chromaticism, and rapid harmonic navigation across multiple, fleeting key centers.