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:

  • The opening bVIImaj7 (Bbmaj7) in C minor immediately establishes a distinct modal or bluesy harmonic character.
  • An extended ii-V-I-IV progression (Fm7-Bb7-Eb7-Ab7) provides a sophisticated temporary tonicization of the relative major (Eb).
  • Frequent use of secondary dominants (e.g., D7-G7) combined with blues-infused I7 and IV7 chords (C7, F7) drives the bebop harmonic propulsion.

Improvisation Focus: Dominant Bebop Scale

Difficulty Rating: 5 (Advanced) Requires advanced technical proficiency and a deep understanding of navigating complex, fast-changing bebop harmony, including numerous modulations and altered dominants.