................................................................................................................................................

Chord

Progression #5

Musical

Example

Chord

Progression #5

All Keys

Chord

Progression #5

Abbreviated

Score/Music

Chord Progression #5

This chord progression is a I-vi dim.7-ii7-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:

This 4 chord progression can be repeated several times before moving on to other chords.

There are many similarities between chord progression #4 and chord progression #5. They both consist of four chords. Three of those four chords are almost identical. The second chord of each progression is a diminished 7th chord. The only major difference between the two chord progressions is the specific diminished 7th chord being used.

Our previous example used a #i diminished 7th chord. This new chord progression uses a vi diminished 7th chord. Positioned where it is, this diminished 7th chord creates an even dreamier effect than in our previous example. But like the previous example, this progression can be used in a pop, jazz or classical setting.

Let's listen to this progression in a pop setting:

In the following arrangement, it displays qualities of all three styles. Let's listen to that now:

As you can see in this abbreviated orchestral score, the strings play the notes of the chords. The bass provides the root note of each chord, and the piano plays a simple melody. Virtually every note in the melody is found in the harmony supporting it. When using this unique chord progression, you don't have to work hard to create a pleasing melody.