Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Am7619.4%
D7619.4%
Em7516.1%
Gmaj7412.9%
Cmaj726.5%
G/B26.5%
Em13.2%
Em/D#13.2%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Am7 -> D7Setup (Major Key)6
D7 -> Gmaj7Resolution (Major)3
Em/D -> A7/C#Setup (Major Key)1
A7/C# -> Em7Resolution (Minor)1
Em7 -> A7Setup (Major Key)1

Harmonic Highlights:

  • The progression frequently features the foundational I-vi-ii-V (Gmaj7-Em7-Am7-D7) cycle, providing clear harmonic rhythm.
  • Incorporation of the IVmaj7 (Cmaj7) demonstrates classic Tin Pan Alley influence within the G major tonality.
  • A compelling chromatic descending bass line (Em-Em/D#-Em/D-A7/C#) introduces sophisticated voice leading and tension.
  • The A7 functions as a V7/V (V7 of D7), effectively setting up the dominant chord.

Improvisation Focus: G Major scale and its diatonic modes.

Difficulty Rating: 2 (Beginner-Intermediate). The harmony is largely diatonic and based on common jazz progressions, making it accessible for developing improvisers despite some chromaticism.