Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Gm71114.7%
C71114.7%
F7sus912.0%
Bb912.0%
Bbmaj779.3%
Bb779.3%
Ebmaj979.3%
D979.3%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Gm7 -> C7Setup (Major Key)11
Bb7 -> Ebmaj9Resolution (Major)7
F7/C -> Bbmaj7Resolution (Major)1

Harmonic Highlights:

  • The progression frequently utilizes the V7/IV (Bb7) to smoothly transition to the IVmaj9 (Ebmaj9), creating a subdominant expansion.
  • Multiple secondary dominants (D9 as V7/vi, C7 as V7/V) enhance forward motion and create temporary resolutions to the Gm7 and F7sus.
  • The F7sus chord delays the final tonic resolution to Bb, adding a contemporary color to the V-I cadence.

Improvisation Focus: Mixolydian scales over the various dominant 7th chords.

Difficulty Rating: 3 - Intermediate. The frequent secondary dominants and the F7sus require a good understanding of functional harmony beyond basic diatonic scales.