House Of Jade (Ab major) - Chords Analysis

Chord Distribution Analysis

Key Patterns Detected

Harmonic Highlights:

• The Dm7b5-Dbmaj7 movement, a iiø7-bIIImaj7 progression often resolving to Cm7 (iii), creates a recurring temporary pull towards C minor.
• Extensive use of altered dominant chords like Db7#11, Db7, and D9sus introduces dense chromaticism and tritone substitutions.
• Non-diatonic root movements and unexpected secondary dominants (F7 leading to Eb7) frequently obscure traditional functional harmony.
• The recurring Cm7 (iii of Ab) serves as a momentary point of stability amidst the rapidly shifting harmonic landscape.

Improvisation Focus: Chord-Scale Theory (applying specific scales to each complex chord).

Difficulty Rating: 5 (Advanced) – Its complex harmony features frequent altered dominants, non-functional progressions, and elusive temporary tonicizations requiring sophisticated harmonic understanding and rapid adaptation.