Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Cmaj7/G28.3%
Abmaj7#11/G28.3%
Gbmaj7#1128.3%
Dmaj7#11/F#28.3%
Emaj7#11/G#28.3%
Dbmaj7/Ab28.3%
Bmaj7/Bb28.3%
G7sus28.3%

No obvious ii-V patterns detected.


Harmonic Highlights

  • Utilizes “constant structure” maj7#11 chords moving via chromatic mediant relationships (Cmaj7/G to Abmaj7#11/G), creating a non-functional, impressionistic flow.
  • Employs slash-chord voicings and pedal points to maintain common tones across distant tonal shifts, such as the major third jump from Gbmaj7 to Dmaj7.
  • The progression avoids traditional ii-V-I cadences, instead relying on parallel Lydian movements and symmetrical root jumps.

Improvisation Focus

Modal shifting using the Lydian scale (1, 2, 3, #4, 5, 6, 7) over non-functional changes.

Difficulty Rating

4/5. The lack of functional resolution and rapid transitions between unrelated keys demand advanced modal fluency and precise voice leading.