Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Ab7#11520.8%
G7b1328.3%
Dm7b528.3%
C628.3%
Cm714.2%
Cm7/Bb14.2%
Am7b514.2%
Cm7/G14.2%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
G7b13 -> Cm7Resolution (Minor)1
G7b9/F -> Cm7/EbResolution (Minor)1
Dm7 -> G7Setup (Major Key)1
Fm7 -> Bb7Setup (Major Key)1
Bb7 -> Ebmaj7Resolution (Major)1
Dm7b5 -> G7b9Setup (Minor Key)1

  • Frequent deployment of Ab7#11 (bVI Lydian Dominant), often acting as a non-functional color chord or chromatic approach to the V7.
  • Rich minor key V7 chords, notably G7b13 and G7b9/F, showcasing advanced altered dominant harmony.
  • A strong Picardy third resolution to C6, momentarily shifting the harmonic center from C minor to C major.
  • Intricate bass motion via slash chords like Cm7/Bb and Ab7/Gb, enhancing chromaticism and voice leading.

Improvisation Focus: C Melodic Minor scale.

Difficulty Rating: 4 (Advanced Intermediate) - The extensive use of altered dominants, non-diatonic chords like Ab7#11, and subtle minor-major shifts requires precise harmonic understanding and scale application.