Chord Distribution Analysis

Chord SymbolCountFrequency
Cm7515.2%
Eb7412.1%
F739.1%
Bb739.1%
Bbmaj726.1%
Gm726.1%
C#0726.1%
Dm726.1%

Key Patterns Detected

PatternFunctionFrequency
Cm7 -> F7Setup (Major Key)3
Dm7 -> G7b9Setup (Major Key)2
G7b9 -> Cm7Resolution (Minor)2
F7#5 -> Bbmaj7Resolution (Major)1

Harmonic Highlights

  • Integrates a #Iio7 (C#o7) passing chord to facilitate a smooth chromatic ascent from the ii (Cm7) to the iii (Dm7) chord.
  • Employs secondary dominants like G7b9 and C7#11 to create strong directional movement toward the ii-V-I resolutions.
  • Utilizes altered dominants (G7#5, F7#5) to maximize harmonic tension and melodic pull before resolving to the Bbmaj7 tonic.

Improvisation Focus Bebop Scale.

Difficulty Rating 4/5: The relentless tempo and rapid-fire harmonic changes demand advanced technical facility and a sophisticated command of bebop language.


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