Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Ab/G | 4 | 8.3% |
| Gb/Ab | 4 | 8.3% |
| E/F# | 2 | 4.2% |
| C/F | 2 | 4.2% |
| Ab/Bb | 2 | 4.2% |
| G/Eb | 2 | 4.2% |
| Eb/D | 2 | 4.2% |
| B/C# | 2 | 4.2% |
No obvious ii-V patterns detected.
Harmonic Highlights
- Uses upper-structure triads over pedal tones (e.g., Ab/G, E/F#) to generate complex extensions like maj7(#11) and 9sus4 without traditional functional resolutions.
- Employs “Wheeler-esque” mediant relationships, shifting tonal centers by major thirds (Ab to E to C) rather than standard dominant-tonic cycles.
- Relies on slash-chord notation to create specific modal colors where the bass note often functions as a chromatic anchor or a non-chord tone.
Improvisation Focus Modal Interchange, specifically treating each slash chord as a unique Lydian or Mixolydian #11 color.
Difficulty Rating 5 (Advanced) because the lack of predictable cadences and the rapid shifting of non-functional polychords require high-level modal mastery and melodic inventiveness.