Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Bb71325.5%
Fm7917.6%
Ebmaj7611.8%
Eb659.8%
Abmaj747.8%
Gm735.9%
Ab635.9%
Cm723.9%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Fm7 -> Bb7Setup (Major Key)9
Bb7 -> Ebmaj7Resolution (Major)5
Bb7 -> Fm7Resolution (Minor)2
Gm7 -> C7Setup (Major Key)2
C7 -> Fm7Resolution (Minor)2
Bbm7 -> Eb7Setup (Major Key)1
Eb7 -> Abmaj7Resolution (Major)1

Harmonic Highlights

  • Utilizes a primary I–IV movement (Eb6 to Abmaj7) followed by a stepwise diatonic walk-down (Gm7–Fm7) back to the tonic.
  • Incorporates a secondary ii–V sequence (Bbm7–Eb7) to tonicize the IV chord, creating brief chromatic interest within the Eb major framework.
  • Relies on repetitive ii–V–I cadences (Fm7–Bb7–Eb) to reinforce the tonal center and drive the harmonic rhythm.
  • Features a standard I–vi–ii–V turnaround (Ebmaj7–Cm7–Fm7–Bb7) in the resolution phases, providing a stable foundation for the melody.

Improvisation Focus Eb Major Scale / Diatonic Arpeggiation.

Difficulty Rating 2/5: The predictable diatonic structure and clear resolutions make this an ideal vehicle for mastering basic functional harmony.


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