Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Cmaj7825.0%
G7412.5%
Ebmaj7412.5%
Abmaj726.2%
Dm7b526.2%
F#m7b526.2%
Fm726.2%
Em726.2%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Dm7b5 -> G7Setup (Minor Key)2
G7 -> Cmaj7Resolution (Major)2
Dm7 -> G7Setup (Major Key)2

Harmonic Highlights:

  • The prominent Abmaj7 (bVImaj7) acts as a striking chromatic mediant, often preceding the ii-V-I progression to Cmaj7 and adding a distinct color.
  • Frequent Dm7b5-G7-Cmaj7 progressions establish the C major tonic, incorporating a minor ii-V flavor within the major key.
  • Eb07 functions as a common diminished substitute dominant, creating tension before resolving to Dm7 through voice leading.
  • Ebmaj7 (bIIImaj7) further expands the chromatic palette, introducing parallel minor harmony and temporary modulations.

Improvisation Focus: Chord Tone Soloing / Arpeggios.

Difficulty Rating: 4 (Advanced Intermediate). This standard requires navigating frequent chromatic mediants and diminished chord substitutions alongside standard ii-V-I progressions with precision.