Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Gm71942.2%
F/G613.3%
Cm7511.1%
F724.4%
Bbmaj724.4%
Bb724.4%
Em7b524.4%
Ebm624.4%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Cm7 -> F7Setup (Major Key)2
F7 -> Bbmaj7Resolution (Major)2
C7#9 -> Gm7Resolution (Minor)1

Harmonic Highlights

  • Modal Stasis: The initial Gm7 to F/G movement establishes a G Dorian foundation, creating a suspended, atmospheric quality before shifting into functional harmony.
  • Relative Major Pivot: The progression utilizes a standard ii-V-I (Cm7 - F7 - Bbmaj7) to modulate from the tonic G minor to its relative major, Bb.
  • Chromatic Subdominants: The Em7b5 to Ebm6 sequence demonstrates a sophisticated #iv-iv-i movement, a signature Brazilian harmonic device for smooth voice leading back to the tonic.
  • Secondary Dominants: The Bb7 acts as a V/IV, momentarily destabilizing the Bb major center to prepare for subdominant-functioning chords.

Improvisation Focus G Dorian and G Minor Blues scales.

Difficulty Rating 3/5 โ€“ The repetitive modal vamping is beginner-friendly, but the chromatic subdominant shifts and quick ii-V turnarounds require intermediate knowledge of voice leading.