Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Bb6712.3%
F7712.3%
Cm610.5%
G747.0%
Gm735.3%
Cm735.3%
Bb23.5%
Bbaug23.5%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Cm -> G7Setup (Major Key)4
G7 -> CmResolution (Minor)4
Cm7 -> F7Setup (Major Key)3
Cm6 -> F7Setup (Major Key)2
D7 -> GmResolution (Minor)2
Fm7 -> Bb7#5Setup (Major Key)2
Gm7 -> C7Setup (Major Key)1

  • Chromatic minor chord progression (Cm, Cmb6, Cm6) creating an ascending inner voice movement from Ab to A.
  • Frequent use of secondary dominants (G7 to Cm, D7 to Gm) and a #I diminished (B07 to Cm) for temporary tonicization.
  • A sophisticated ii-V to the subdominant (Fm7 - Bb7#5 leading to Eb) featuring an altered dominant, adding tension.

Improvisation Focus: Navigating local tonicizations by applying appropriate modes (e.g., Mixolydian, Dorian) and targeting chord extensions.

Difficulty Rating: 4 (Advanced Intermediate). The combination of chromatic voice leading, multiple secondary dominants, and an altered ii-V requires solid theoretical and improvisational skill beyond basic changes.