Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Am7b5312.0%
D7b9312.0%
Gm6312.0%
F7312.0%
Bbmaj728.0%
Eb728.0%
Ab7#1128.0%
G728.0%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Am7b5 -> D7b9Setup (Minor Key)3
D7b9 -> Gm6Resolution (Minor)3
Bbmaj7 -> Eb7Setup (Major Key)2
Cm7 -> F7Setup (Major Key)2
Gm6 -> C7Setup (Major Key)1
F7 -> Bbmaj7Resolution (Major)1

Harmonic Highlights:

  • The recurring Am7b5-D7b9-Gm6 progression establishes a strong G minor tonic via a classic ii-V-i.
  • Ab7#11 functions as a tritone substitution for D7 (V7 of Gm), featuring a prominent #11 for altered dominant tension.
  • Eb7 acts as a backdoor dominant to Ab (IVmaj), creating non-functional tension before the tritone substitution.
  • Secondary dominant movements, such as G7-C7-F7, build strong harmonic momentum towards the relative major (Bbmaj7).

Improvisation Focus: Accurately outlining the minor ii-V-i progression using G harmonic and melodic minor scales.

Difficulty Rating: 3 (Intermediate). Features clear minor ii-V-i progressions and common substitutions, demanding harmonic flexibility for non-diatonic dominant resolution.