Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Amaj7 | 12 | 19.7% |
| F | 11 | 18.0% |
| E | 9 | 14.8% |
| Dmaj7/A | 8 | 13.1% |
| G | 6 | 9.8% |
| Dmaj7 | 2 | 3.3% |
| C#7 | 1 | 1.6% |
| D#m7b5 | 1 | 1.6% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| F#m7 -> B7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| E7 -> Amaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| C#m7 -> F#7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
Harmonic Highlights:
- The core progression centers on E major (V in A) but incorporates F major (bVI) and G major (bVII), introducing significant modal interchange from A natural minor.
- The chromatic ascent E-F-G and descent G-F-E creates a distinctive Spanish or Phrygian dominant color, rather than traditional functional harmony within A major.
- This recurring vamp-like structure emphasizes coloristic chord quality and rhythmic repetition, prioritizing a specific modal sound over strong directional voice leading.
Improvisation Focus: E Phrygian mode.
Difficulty Rating: 3 (Intermediate). While the chord changes are simple, effectively improvising over the non-diatonic, modal relationships requires an understanding of specific scale application beyond basic diatonic thinking.