Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Fm7 | 8 | 15.7% |
| Ebmaj7 | 7 | 13.7% |
| Bb7 | 6 | 11.8% |
| Gm7b5 | 5 | 9.8% |
| C7b9 | 5 | 9.8% |
| E07 | 2 | 3.9% |
| F#07 | 2 | 3.9% |
| Am7b5 | 2 | 3.9% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gm7b5 -> C7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 5 |
| C7b9 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 5 |
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 5 |
| Am7b5 -> D7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 2 |
| Bb7 -> Ebmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 2 |
| Dm7b5 -> G7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
| G7b9 -> Cm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Cm7 -> F7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| F#m7 -> B7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Bb7 -> Fm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Ebmaj7 -> Ab7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
Harmonic Highlights:
- Extensive use of ii-V progressions that target both the relative minor (Fm) and other diatonic chords (Gm, Cm), demonstrating key center shifts.
- Strategic placement of chromatic diminished chords (E07, F#07) for transitional tension and color, often functioning as passing chords.
- The bVII7 chord (Db7) provides a characteristic blues-inflected dominant approach to the tonic Ebmaj7, adding a distinct harmonic color.
Improvisation Focus: Chord Tone Embellishment.
Difficulty Rating: 3 (Intermediate). The tune features multiple ii-V progressions and chromatic passing chords, requiring a solid understanding of chord-scale relationships and voice leading beyond basic diatonic harmony.