Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
C71125.6%
Bb6920.9%
F7#549.3%
Gm749.3%
Cm737.0%
C7#524.7%
D724.7%
F724.7%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Gm7 -> C7Setup (Major Key)3
C7 -> Gm7Resolution (Minor)2
D7 -> Gm7Resolution (Minor)1
Am7b5 -> D7b13Setup (Minor Key)1
Cm7 -> F7b9Setup (Major Key)1
Cm7 -> F7Setup (Major Key)1

Harmonic Highlights:

  • Prominent tonicization of the relative major (Bb Major) with Bb6 - F7#5, introducing early harmonic contrast.
  • Frequent use of altered dominants, specifically F7#5 and C7#5, to create heightened tension and chromaticism.
  • The repeated C7 and C7#5 chords function as either a secondary dominant (V7/F) or a blues-inflected IV7, adding forward motion.
  • A distinctive Cm7 - Ebm6 progression provides rich minor key coloration and a surprising modal shift.

Improvisation Focus: Applying altered scales (e.g., Lydian Dominant, Altered) over the prominent altered dominant chords.

Difficulty Rating: 3 (Intermediate). Requires understanding of secondary dominants, altered scales, and navigating temporary tonal centers within a minor key.