Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
F7721.2%
G7618.2%
Cm7515.2%
Bbmaj7412.1%
Bb726.1%
Eb726.1%
Ab726.1%
D726.1%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Cm7 -> F7Setup (Major Key)5
G7 -> Cm7Resolution (Minor)4
F7 -> Bbmaj7Resolution (Major)3

Harmonic Highlights

  • Employs the “Rhythm Changes” AABA structure, utilizing rapid I-VI-ii-V turnarounds (Bbmaj7-G7-Cm7-F7) throughout the A sections.
  • The bridge features an extended sequence of secondary dominants, moving through a I7-IV7-bVII7 (Bb7-Eb7-Ab7) sequence before resolving into the standard III-VI-II-V cycle (D7-G7-C7-F7).
  • High harmonic density necessitates precise voice leading and navigating two-to-the-bar chord changes at typically bright tempos.

Improvisation Focus Bebop vocabulary and “3-7” guide-tone connections to fluidly navigate the rapid cycle of fourths and ii-V transitions.

Difficulty Rating 3/5; while the harmonic language is foundational, the high-speed harmonic rhythm and the need for “rhythm changes” vocabulary require moderate technical proficiency.


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