Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
F7720.0%
G7617.1%
Cm7514.3%
Bbmaj725.7%
Dm725.7%
Fm725.7%
Bb725.7%
Eb725.7%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Cm7 -> F7Setup (Major Key)5
G7 -> Cm7Resolution (Minor)4
Dm7 -> G7Setup (Major Key)2
Fm7 -> Bb7Setup (Major Key)2
F7 -> Bbmaj7Resolution (Major)1

Harmonic Highlights

  • Employs “Rhythm Changes” in Bb Major, utilizing rapid I-VI-ii-V turnarounds (Bbmaj7-G7-Cm7-F7) that demand high-speed harmonic navigation.
  • Features a bridge utilizing a sequential “Cycle of Dominants” (D7-G7-C7-F7), moving through the circle of fourths to resolve back to the tonic.
  • Includes a secondary ii-V leading to the IV chord (Fm7-Bb7 to Eb7) followed by a chromatic bVII7 (Ab7), adding blues-inflected tension.

Improvisation Focus Bb Major Bebop Scale and guide-tone connectivity.

Difficulty Rating 4 (Advanced): The relentless tempo and two-beat chord substitutions require exceptional technical facility and the ability to outline fast-moving target notes.


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