The way we build a chord progression has a strong emotional and narrative power. In this article, discover how to enhance your ability to evoke desired emotions in your audience.
What is a chord progression?
A chord progression is a sequence of chords in a song. In major scales: I-IV-V are major, II-III-VI are minor, VII is diminished. In minor scales: I-IV-V are minor, II is diminished, III-VI-VII are major.
The elements of chord progressions
Direction: A chord progression aims to resolve, finding its tonal centre.
Color: In major keys: II and III. In minor keys: III and VI.
Some cadences: Major: II-V-I / I-III-V-IV. Minor: I-VII-VI-IV / I-V-VI-VII. Play with chord progressions here.
- Music: A catalyst for emotions
- Choosing the right key
- Choosing the right tempo
- Choosing the perfect chord progression
- The art of modulation