Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Bbmaj7515.6%
F7412.5%
C739.4%
Gbmaj739.4%
Fm726.2%
Bb726.2%
Ebmaj726.2%
Ebm726.2%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Fm7 -> Bb7Setup (Major Key)2
Bb7 -> Ebmaj7Resolution (Major)2
Ebm7 -> Ab7#11Setup (Major Key)2
Dm7 -> G7Setup (Major Key)1
F7 -> Bbmaj7Resolution (Major)1
Cm7 -> F7Setup (Major Key)1

Harmonic Highlights

  • Features a ii-V-I to the IV chord (Fm7-Bb7-Ebmaj7), creating early harmonic motion away from the Bb tonic.
  • Utilizes a “backdoor” ii-V sequence (Ebm7-Ab7#11) resolving to the tonic, replacing the traditional V7 with a bVII7 sound.
  • Employs a cyclical chain of secondary dominants (G7-C7-F7) that creates a strong chromatic pull through the circle of fifths.
  • Incorporates a distinctive Gbmaj7 to Gb7 shift, functioning as a non-diatonic color extension that emphasizes the flat-sixth degree.

Improvisation Focus

Targeting guide-tone transitions (3rds and 7ths) to navigate the descending dominant cycle.

Difficulty Rating

2/5: The progression follows predictable functional logic and moderate tempos, making it an ideal study for secondary dominant navigation.