Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Abmaj7318.8%
F7318.8%
Bbm7318.8%
Eb7318.8%
Cm7212.5%
Dbmaj716.2%
Dbm616.2%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
F7 -> Bbm7Resolution (Minor)3
Cm7 -> F7Setup (Major Key)2
Bbm7 -> Eb7Setup (Major Key)2
Eb7 -> Abmaj7Resolution (Major)2
Abmaj7 -> Eb7Setup (Major Key)1

  • Harmonic Highlights:

    • Prominent ii-V-I progressions in Ab major (Bbm7-Eb7-Abmaj7) establish the key center.
    • Frequent use of secondary dominants, specifically F7 as V7/ii (V7 of Bbm7), drives harmonic motion.
    • The Dbm6 chord introduces a momentary bIV minor color, creating a subtle modal shift and melodic interest.
  • Improvisation Focus: Ab Major scale and its diatonic modes (Dorian for minor ii, Mixolydian for dominant V) over the chord changes.

  • Difficulty Rating: 3 (Intermediate). Requires a solid grasp of diatonic harmony, common substitutions, and bebop melodic concepts over a consistent tempo.