Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
G6617.6%
Eb7514.7%
A7411.8%
Am7411.8%
D7411.8%
G738.8%
Cmaj725.9%
F7#1125.9%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Cmaj7 -> F7#11Setup (Major Key)2
Am7 -> D7Setup (Major Key)2
G7 -> Cmaj7Resolution (Major)1

Harmonic Highlights

  • The progression Cmaj7 - F7#11 - G6 features a characteristic ‘backdoor’ resolution using a #11 bVII7 dominant to the tonic.
  • A compelling descending chromatic dominant sequence (G7 - Gb7 - F7 - E7) creates significant tension before resolving to a V/V (A7).
  • The inclusion of Eb7 (bVI7) introduces chromatic mediant harmony, functioning as a colorful tension chord or a tritone substitution.

Improvisation Focus Applying altered scales over the numerous dominant 7th chords and navigating chromatic guide tones.

Difficulty Rating 4 (Advanced Intermediate) - The extensive use of chromatic dominants, tritone substitutions, and altered harmonies requires sophisticated harmonic understanding and melodic navigation.