Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Fmaj7421.1%
Cmaj7210.5%
D9210.5%
G7#11210.5%
G715.3%
C715.3%
F715.3%
Bb715.3%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
C7 -> Fmaj7Resolution (Major)1

  • Frequent use of the tonic dominant (F7) leading to the subdominant (Bb7), imparting a blues-infused character.
  • Direct tritone substitution (Gb7 to Fmaj7) provides a strong bII7-I resolution.
  • Monk’s signature chromatic planing is evident with the F#m7 to Fm7 progression.
  • The unexpected Dbmaj7#11 (bVImaj7#11) introduces a distant, Lydian color.

Improvisation Focus: Outlining chord tones with chromatic passing tones and enclosures.

Difficulty Rating: 5 (Advanced) - Its frequent chromatic shifts, tritone substitutions, and unexpected modulations demand precise navigation and advanced harmonic understanding.