Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
C7823.5%
Cmaj7617.6%
F7617.6%
Bb7#11617.6%
Bm725.9%
A7#1125.9%
Ab7#1125.9%
G7#1125.9%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Cmaj7 -> F7Setup (Major Key)6

Harmonic Highlights

  • Employs a recurring I - IV7 - bVII7(#11) sequence, utilizing a “back-door” resolution to return to the C major tonic.
  • Features a chromatic parallel descent of dominant chords (Bb7 - A7 - Ab7 - G7), creating a sequence of tritone-substitute-style movements that resolve to the dominant.
  • Utilizes static dominant harmony in the B-section (C7), demanding melodic variation over a prolonged harmonic plateau.

Improvisation Focus The Whole Tone scale and Lydian Dominant (4th mode of Melodic Minor).

Difficulty Rating 4/5. The combination of chromatic dominant shifts and Monk’s signature angular rhythmic phrasing requires advanced melodic control and precise timing.