Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Cm7325.0%
G7b9216.7%
Bm718.3%
Bbm718.3%
Eb718.3%
Abmaj718.3%
Dbmaj7#1118.3%
Bb718.3%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Cm7 -> G7b9Setup (Major Key)2
G7b9 -> Cm7Resolution (Minor)2
Bbm7 -> Eb7Setup (Major Key)1
Eb7 -> Abmaj7Resolution (Major)1

Harmonic Highlights:

  • Frequent tonicization of the vi minor chord (Cm7 - G7b9) establishing a clear V/vi secondary dominant function.
  • Characteristic chromatic minor chord descent (Cm7 - Bm7 - Bbm7) preceding a ii-V-I progression to the IV chord (Abmaj7).
  • Inclusion of Dbmaj7#11 (bVImaj7#11), introducing a Lydian color, often acting as a pre-V or backdoor dominant substitute.

Improvisation Focus: Arpeggio Superimposition.

Difficulty Rating: 3 (Intermediate). The blend of diatonic functions with chromatic descents and modal interchange requires precise melodic navigation.