Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7 | 8 | 17.8% |
| D7b9 | 5 | 11.1% |
| C7 | 3 | 6.7% |
| Am7 | 3 | 6.7% |
| Amb6 | 3 | 6.7% |
| Fmaj7 | 2 | 4.4% |
| Ab07 | 2 | 4.4% |
| Cm7 | 2 | 4.4% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| D7b9 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 5 |
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| Gm7 -> D7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| F7 -> Bbmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Bbmaj7 -> Eb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Am7 -> D7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Gm7 -> C7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Am6 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
Harmonic Highlights:
- The Ab07 functions as a chromatic diminished leading to Gm7 (ii), creating tension before resolution.
- Frequent II-V-I progressions like Cm7-F7-Bbmaj7 and Am7-D7b9-Gm7 demonstrate strong temporary tonicizations of the IV and ii chords.
- The repeated Am-Amb6-Am6 sequence provides a distinct minor color, suggesting melodic minor scale fragments or specific voice leading over an Am chord.
- Prominent use of V7b9 chords (D7b9, C7b9) adds a rich, altered dominant flavor, enhancing harmonic tension and resolution.
Improvisation Focus: Navigating II-V-I progressions and dominant 7b9 alterations with appropriate scales and arpeggios.
Difficulty Rating: 3 (Intermediate) The song requires fluent recognition of several temporary tonicizations and comfort with altered dominant and diminished sounds.