Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
D7522.7%
G7418.2%
C6313.6%
F7313.6%
Dm729.1%
Fmaj729.1%
Gm714.5%
C714.5%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Dm7 -> G7Setup (Major Key)2
Gm7 -> C7Setup (Major Key)1
C7 -> Fmaj7Resolution (Major)1
Am7 -> D7Setup (Major Key)1

Harmonic Highlights:

  • The opening C6 (V6) to F7 (I7) establishes a characteristic dominant-seventh tonic, common in bossa nova.
  • Frequent secondary dominant usage, exemplified by D7 (V/Gm) often preceding the Dm7-G7 (ii-V of C) progression.
  • Clear ii-V-I resolutions (Gm7-C7-Fmaj7) provide anchor points amidst more chromatic movement.
  • Temporary tonicizations, such as Am7-D7-G7 leading towards C major (V of F), subtly expand the harmonic landscape.

Improvisation Focus: Mixolydian scales over dominant 7th chords.

Difficulty Rating: 3 (Intermediate). The abundance of secondary dominants and non-diatonic resolutions requires attentive chord-scale application and voice-leading.