Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Fm71026.3%
Bb71026.3%
Ebmaj7821.1%
Gm7410.5%
C7410.5%
Abmaj725.3%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Fm7 -> Bb7Setup (Major Key)10
Bb7 -> Ebmaj7Resolution (Major)8
Gm7 -> C7Setup (Major Key)4
C7 -> Fm7Resolution (Minor)4

Harmonic Highlights

  • The progression primarily utilizes the foundational ii-V-I progression (Fm7-Bb7-Ebmaj7) in Eb major.
  • A recurring ii-V substitution is present, such as Gm7-C7 leading to Fm7-Bb7, effectively targeting the ii chord (Fm7) within the primary ii-V-I.
  • The IVmaj7 (Abmaj7) is introduced as a point of harmonic color and a turnaround element, often preceding further dominant motion.
  • The consistent use of ii-V cycles reinforces the Eb major key center, providing a clear harmonic framework.

Improvisation Focus Eb Major scale and its diatonic modes (Dorian for ii, Mixolydian for V).

Difficulty Rating 3 (Intermediate). Its prevalence of ii-V-I progressions makes it approachable, but the typical brisk tempo and common substitutions elevate it beyond beginner.