Chord Progressions in G Major
Pick a progression in G Major, then load it into the builder to practice changes with a steady tempo and groove.
I–IV–V: Classic Blues & Rock
100 BPM•rock
Play the classic I–IV–V in G (G–C–D): rock and blues harmony for riffs and melodies, plus easy upgrades like sus chords, 7ths, and turnarounds.
I–III–IV–iv: The Creep Progression
92 BPM•rock
Learn the “Creep” progression (G–B–C–Cm): borrowed chords in a major key, why the mood flips, and songwriting tips for tension and release in choruses.
I–V6–vi–IV: Walking Bass Pop
104 BPM•rock
Add smooth bass motion to a pop progression in G (G–D/F#–Em–C): great for fingerpicking guitar, piano comping, and tighter voice leading for songwriting.
I–vi–IV–V: Classic Doo-Wop in G
84 BPM•ballad
Bring vintage pop charm with I–vi–IV–V in G (G–Em–C–D): great for doo-wop, ukulele strumming, and sweet ballad choruses with easy hooks for songwriting.
Imaj7–IVmaj7–ii–V: Jazz-Pop Glide
116 BPM•swing
Glide through jazz-pop harmony in G (Gmaj7–Cmaj7–Am7–D7) for smooth intros, chord-melody guitar, and elegant voice leading on piano or keys for songwriting.
I–V–vi–V: Pop Tension Loop
122 BPM•rock
Keep a hook hanging with I–V–vi–V in G (G–D–Em–D): a pop progression for sticky choruses, rhythmic guitar parts, and toplines that want tension for songwriting.
I–iii–IV–I: Gospel Lift in G
92 BPM•ballad
Bring a warm gospel lift in G (G–Bm–C–G) for worship-style choruses, piano voicings, and vocal-friendly melodies that glide with smooth motion for songwriting.
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