Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Bm7410.5%
Cm737.9%
Abm737.9%
F#m737.9%
Gmaj737.9%
Cmaj737.9%
Fm725.3%
Bbm725.3%

No obvious ii-V patterns detected.


Harmonic Highlights:

  • Extended descending cycle of minor seventh chords (e.g., Cm7-Fm7-Bbm7) creates sustained pre-dominant tension before resolving to F#m7.
  • Abrupt modal shifts and Lydian colorations are introduced via non-diatonic major 7#11 chords (Gmaj7#11, Dmaj7#11).
  • Non-functional chromatic progressions like F#m7-Fmaj7-Cmaj7 feature parallel major 7th chord movement, defying traditional voice leading.
  • Ambiguous suspended dominant chords (A/B) are employed for reharmonization and open-ended cadential approaches.

Improvisation Focus: Navigating instantaneous modal shifts and superimposed harmonic colors.

Difficulty Rating: 5 The frequent, non-diatonic modulations and complex chord voicings demand advanced harmonic knowledge and improvisational adaptability.