Articles tagged with: "ii"
The i-VI-ii-V7 Progression: Jazz's Most Essential Minor Key Sequence
Master the i-VI-ii-V7 progression, jazz's most essential minor key sequence. Learn how this sophisticated harmonic journey creates the perfect foundation for ballads and emotional musical expression.
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The iii-vi-ii-V Progression: Circle of Fifths in Motion
Master the sophisticated iii-vi-ii-V progression that demonstrates the power of the circle of fifths in creating smooth, flowing harmonic movement. Essential for understanding advanced harmony and voice leading.
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Modal Rock Progression: The Dark Power of i-bVII-bVI
Explore the i-bVII-bVI modal rock progression that creates dark, powerful atmospheres in metal and alternative music. Learn how this natural minor-based sequence became a cornerstone of modern rock harmony.
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Unlocking Harmonic Journeys: A Guide to the Extended II-V Progression
Explore the Extended II-V, a powerful jazz harmony tool that chains chord progressions together to create compelling harmonic journeys. Learn its structure, see examples, and discover how jazz legends used …
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Andalusian Cadence: The Haunting i-VII-VI-V Progression
Explore the haunting Andalusian cadence (i-VII-VI-V), a progression rooted in Spanish flamenco tradition that creates exotic, passionate atmospheres in music from classical to rock and metal.
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Half-Diminished Chord: The Sophisticated Minor Seventh Flat Five
Discover the half-diminished chord (m7♭5), the sophisticated balance between tension and stability. Essential for jazz ii-V-i progressions and classical harmony, this chord adds depth without overwhelming complexity.
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ii-V-I Progression
Master the ii-V-I progression - the cornerstone of jazz harmony that creates compelling tension and resolution through its perfect voice leading and harmonic function.
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Secondary Dominants: Adding Color and Direction to Chord Progressions
Secondary dominants are powerful harmonic tools that add color, tension, and forward momentum to chord progressions. By temporarily "tonicizing" non-tonic chords, secondary dominants create brief harmonic detours that enrich musical …
Common Chord Progressions: The Building Blocks of Musical Harmony
Chord progressions are the harmonic foundations that drive musical compositions across nearly all Western musical styles. This comprehensive guide explores the most common and influential chord progressions, from the classic …