Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
C71122.9%
Gm7816.7%
Dm7714.6%
A748.3%
F636.2%
D736.2%
Fmaj724.2%
Am724.2%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Gm7 -> C7Setup (Major Key)8
C7 -> Fmaj7Resolution (Major)2
D7 -> Gm7Resolution (Minor)1

Harmonic Highlights:

  • Features extensive use of diatonic ii-V-I progressions (Dm7-Gm7-C7-Fmaj7) as the core harmonic movement.
  • The bridge section employs a descending chain of secondary dominants (e.g., A7-D7-G7-C7) effectively tonicizing the subsequent chord roots.
  • Includes a V7/IV chord (F7) leading to the subdominant Bbmaj7, adding a common non-diatonic color.

Improvisation Focus: Outline chord tones and apply diatonic modes (Ionian, Dorian, Mixolydian) for each respective chord.

Difficulty Rating: 2 (Beginner-Intermediate). Its simple AABA form and clear functional harmony make it approachable, while the bridge introduces common secondary dominant concepts.