Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Dm822.9%
Cm6411.4%
Bbmaj7411.4%
A7b938.6%
C#0725.7%
G7/B25.7%
Ebmaj7#1125.7%
Em7b525.7%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
A7b9 -> DmResolution (Minor)3
Em7b5 -> A7b9Setup (Minor Key)2
Cm6 -> G7/BSetup (Major Key)1
Cm7 -> F7Setup (Major Key)1
Bm7 -> E7b9Setup (Major Key)1

Harmonic Highlights:

  • Repeated C#07 leading-tone diminished chords create recurring tension resolving to D minor.
  • The Bbmaj7 to Ebmaj7#11 progression introduces a distinctive Lydian #11 modal color, creating a momentary shift.
  • Classic iiø7-V7b9-i (Em7b5-A7b9-Dm) sequences firmly establish and reinforce the D minor tonality.
  • Chromatic alterations like Db7 (tritone substitution for G7) provide momentary harmonic departures and color.

Improvisation Focus: D Harmonic Minor scale and its related modes (e.g., A Phrygian Dominant for A7b9).

Difficulty Rating: 4 (Advanced Intermediate). Requires fluid navigation of minor key harmony, diminished chords, and specific modal alterations like Lydian #11.