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Quick ref for some of my favorite chord progressions. Many of these are on the Progressions PDF, which includes matching scales.
| Key | Progression Type | Actual Progression | Description/Style |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | N/A | A - Bm - C#m - F#m | Evokes a sense of journey and exploration; introspective |
| Am | i-VI-V-iv | Am - F - C - G | Classic pop/rock; emotional, reflective yet uplifting |
| C | i-VI-V-iv | C - Am - F - G | Bright and optimistic; accessible and universally appealing |
| C | i-VI-V-iv | C - Am - G - F | Gentle and nostalgic; a touch of longing |
| Dm | i-VI-V-iv | Dm - G - C - Am | Sombre and contemplative; a sense of searching |
| C | I-IV-V-IV | C - F - G - F | Cheerful and catchy; quintessential pop vibe |
| Dm | i-VI-V-iv | Dm - Am - Bb - Gm | Mysterious, with a hint of suspense; moody |
| D | N/A | D - Bm - Em - A | Energetic and hopeful; driving forward momentum |
| F | N/A | F - C - Dm - Bb | Warm and comforting; feels like coming home |
| Em | N/A | Em - Bm - C - Am | Deeply introspective and emotional; evokes solitude |
| Dm | i-VI-V-iv | Dm - G - C - Am | Reflective and melancholic; a journey inward |
| C | i-VI-V-iv | C - Am - F - G | Optimistic and uplifting; a feel-good progression |
| Dm | N/A | Dm - Cadd9 b5 - A | Unique and tense; unresolved emotions, leading to a poignant resolution |
| Am | i-VI-V-iv | Am - F - C - G | Classic and timeless; emotional depth with a sense of hope |
| A | N/A | A - Bm - C#m - F#m | Dreamy and ethereal; introspective and slightly melancholic |
| C | i-VI-V-iv | C - Am - G - F | Soft and reflective; a nostalgic longing |
| C | I-IV-V-IV | C - F - G - F | Joyful and spirited; an anthem for good times |
| C | I-IV-V | C - F - G | Straightforward and happy; the essence of pop simplicity |
Here are some of the chord diagrams for reference:
A Bm C#m Dm F#m F Cm Cadd9
e|-0-------2-------4-------1-------2-------1-------3-------3-|
B|-2-------3-------5-------3-------2-------1-------4-------3-|
G|-2-------4-------6-------2-------2-------2-------5-------0-|
D|-2-------4-------6-------0-------4-------3-------5-------2-|
A|-0-------2-------4---------------4-------3-------3-------3-|
E|---------------------------------2-------------------------|
Open Bar Bar Open Bar Open Bar Open
Gm G Am Em E C D Dsus
e|-3-------3-------0-------0-------0-------0-------2-------3-|
B|-3-------3-------1-------0-------0-------1-------3-------3-|
G|-3-------0-------2-------0-------1-------0-------2-------2-|
D|-5-------0-------2-------2-------2-------2-------0-------0-|
A|-5-------2-------0-------2-------2-------3-----------------|
E|-3-------3---------------0-------0-------------------------|
Bar Open Open Open Open Open Open Open
D Dsus Bb
e|-2-------3-------1-|
B|-3-------3-------3-|
G|-2-------2-------3-|
D|-0-------0-------3-|
A|-----------------1-|
E|-------------------|
Open Open Open Bar