Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
D918.0%
A612.0%
B7510.0%
G48.0%
C36.0%
B24.0%
E24.0%
Ab24.0%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
G#7 -> C#m7Resolution (Minor)2
C#m7 -> F#7Setup (Major Key)2
B7 -> F#m7Resolution (Minor)1
F#m7 -> B7Setup (Major Key)1
D#m7 -> G#7Setup (Major Key)1

Harmonic Highlights

  • The progression utilizes rapid cycles of fourths (B-E-A) interrupted by chromatic side-slipping (Ab-Db), creating a sense of constant forward motion.
  • Frequent modal interchange pivots the harmony from the D major key center into distantly related flat-side tonalities such as Csus and F major.
  • The structure relies on non-functional dominant chords and constant-structure harmony, forcing the soloist to navigate shifting tonal gravity rather than traditional functional resolutions.

Improvisation Focus Linear chromaticism and rapid chord-scale targeting.

Difficulty Rating 4/5. The high-speed changes and lack of standard ii-V-I functional cadences demand advanced harmonic agility and precise rhythmic placement.