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Chord

Progression #4

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Chord

Progression #4

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Chord

Progression #4

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Score/Music

Chord Progression #4

This chord progression is a I - #i dim.7 - ii - V7 progression:

We will reposition the notes of the chords so that they are easier to play on the piano. Let's listen to what this progression sounds like:

Just like our previous chord progressions, this progression can be repeated many times before moving on to other chords. Let's listen to this progression in a pop setting:

This progression is effective in pop, jazz and classical settings. Let's listen to what this chord progression sounds like in a pop-jazz setting:

As you can see in this abbreviated orchestral score, the strings play the notes of the chords, while the bass supplies the root note of each chord. As in our previous examples, the melody - played by the guitar - is simply built around the notes of each chord.

It's interesting to note the effect of the diminished 7th chord. Depending on what chords surround it, a diminished 7th chord can create either moments of tension or beauty. In this particular chord progression, the diminished 7th chord provides a soothing, almost magical moment.