Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Dbmaj7816.7%
Bbm7714.6%
Cm7612.5%
Eb7612.5%
F748.3%
Abmaj748.3%
Ebm748.3%
Ab736.2%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Bbm7 -> Eb7Setup (Major Key)3
Ebm7 -> Ab7Setup (Major Key)3
G7b9 -> Cm7Resolution (Minor)2
Cm7 -> F7Setup (Major Key)2
F7 -> Bbm7Resolution (Minor)2
Eb7 -> Abmaj7Resolution (Major)2
Ab7 -> Dbmaj7Resolution (Major)2

Harmonic Highlights:

  • Prominent use of secondary dominants, such as G7b9 (V7/iii) to Cm7 and F7 (V7/ii) to Bbm7, to drive harmonic progression through diatonic minor chords.
  • Frequent ii-V-I cycles, like Bbm7-Eb7-Abmaj7, establish clear functional harmony and resolve to the tonic.
  • Temporary tonicization of the subdominant (IV) occurs with the Ebm7-Ab7 (ii-V of Db) progression leading to Dbmaj7, adding a distinct harmonic color.

Improvisation Focus: Chord Tone Targeting and Guide Tone Lines.

Difficulty Rating: 3 - Intermediate, as it requires navigating consistent secondary dominants and multiple ii-V-I progressions, demanding harmonic awareness beyond simple diatonic play.