Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
C7715.6%
F7715.6%
Bb7715.6%
Abmaj748.9%
A0748.9%
Eb736.7%
Ebmaj724.4%
Gm724.4%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Eb7 -> Abmaj7Resolution (Major)3
Bb7 -> Ebmaj7Resolution (Major)2
Gm7 -> C7Setup (Major Key)2
Am7b5 -> D7b9Setup (Minor Key)1
D7b9 -> Gm7b5Resolution (Minor)1
Gm7b5 -> C7Setup (Minor Key)1

Harmonic Highlights:

  • Features a prominent extended dominant chain (C7-F7-Bb7) functioning as V7/V/V to I, resolving to Ebmaj7.
  • Includes a clear tonicization of the IV chord with Eb7 leading to Abmaj7 (V7/IV - IV).
  • Utilizes a chromatic passing diminished chord (A07/G#dim7) connecting Abmaj7 to Gm7, demonstrating sophisticated voice leading.

Improvisation Focus: Mixolydian scales and altered dominant concepts.

Difficulty Rating: 3 The frequent secondary dominants and extended dominant chains necessitate accurate harmonic navigation beyond simple diatonic improvisation.