Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Gmaj7#11625.0%
F#7b13625.0%
Em728.3%
A728.3%
Dmaj728.3%
C#7alt28.3%
Bm728.3%
B728.3%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Em7 -> A7Setup (Major Key)1
A7 -> Dmaj7Resolution (Major)1
F#7b13 -> Bm7Resolution (Minor)1

Harmonic Highlights

  • The progression opens with a bVImaj7 to V7 (Gmaj7#11 to F#7b13) movement, establishing a Flamenco-influenced Phrygian Dominant atmosphere.
  • The sequence Em7–A7–Dmaj7–Gmaj7 functions as a ii–V–I–IV in the relative key of D Major, providing a brief diatonic release from the B minor tension.
  • A II7–V7 turnaround (C#7alt to F#7b13) creates a high-tension chromatic bridge that cycles back to the Gmaj7.

Improvisation Focus B Phrygian Dominant (F# Mixolydian b9/b13) to capture the signature Spanish harmonic minor flavor over the dominant chords.

Difficulty Rating 4/5 — The fast tempo and complex, syncopated unison lines require advanced rhythmic precision and fluid modal shifting.


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