Articles tagged with: "i vi ii v7 progression"
The Ultimate Guide to the Dominant Seventh Chord
If there's one chord that acts as the engine of Western music, it's the dominant seventh. You've heard its tense, unresolved sound countless times in everything from Bach to blues, …
The i-VI-ii-V7 Progression: Unlocking Minor Key Harmony in Jazz
The i-VI-ii-V7 is one of jazz's most elegant and emotionally resonant harmonic sequences. Rooted in the minor key, this progression masterfully blends the somber quality of the tonic with a …
A Guide to Dominant Modulation: Changing Keys Like a Pro
Dominant modulation is a cornerstone of Western music, providing a smooth and powerful way to change keys. This article demystifies this essential harmonic tool, exploring what it is, how it …
Secondary Dominants: Adding Color and Direction to Chord Progressions
Secondary dominants are one of the most powerful tools in functional harmony, used to add color, tension, and forward momentum to chord progressions. By temporarily "tonicizing" chords other than the...