Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Am7 | 7 | 18.9% |
| Gmaj7 | 6 | 16.2% |
| Bm7 | 5 | 13.5% |
| D7 | 4 | 10.8% |
| C7#11 | 2 | 5.4% |
| E7b9 | 2 | 5.4% |
| F7#11 | 2 | 5.4% |
| Dm7 | 2 | 5.4% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Am7 -> D7 | Setup (Major Key) | 4 |
| Bm7 -> E7b9 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| E7b9 -> Am7 | Resolution (Minor) | 2 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Gmaj7 -> C7#11 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| C7#11 -> Gmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| G7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| G7 -> Cmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| D7 -> Gmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
Harmonic Highlights:
- The prominent use of IV7#11 (C7#11) and bVII7#11 (F7#11) introduces a distinctive Lydian Dominant sound, adding sophisticated color and tension.
- Standard ii-V-I progressions are clearly featured, such as Bm7-E7b9 resolving towards Am7, establishing foundational jazz movement.
- The Bbø7 functions as a chromatic passing diminished chord, providing smooth voice leading between Bm7 and Am7.
- The concluding Dm7-G7 sequence serves as a classic jazz turnaround, frequently setting up a return to the tonic or a temporary resolution to C major.
Improvisation Focus: Lydian Dominant scale.
Difficulty Rating: 4 (Advanced Intermediate) The frequent #11 chords and chromatic diminished harmony require careful melodic navigation beyond basic diatonic thinking.