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Free Chord Progression Generator

Build and play chord progressions in any key. Choose from 25+ common presets across Pop, Jazz, Blues, Rock, and more. Hear your progressions instantly with piano playback powered by Tone.js.

Key
Available Chords in C Major
Progression (0/8)
Click chords above or select a preset below
Presets
Tempo120 BPM
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How to Build Chord Progressions

Three easy steps to create and hear your own chord progressions

1

Choose Key & Mode

Select your musical key from all 12 keys (C through B) and toggle between Major and Minor mode. The available diatonic chords update automatically to match your selection.

Tips: Major keys sound bright and happy, minor keys sound dark and emotional

2

Build Your Progression

Click on the available chord cards to add them to your timeline, or choose from 25+ preset progressions sorted by genre. Rearrange chords with the arrow buttons and remove any with the X button.

Tips: Start with a preset like I-V-vi-IV (the most popular pop progression) and experiment from there

3

Play & Refine

Hit Play to hear your chord progression with realistic piano sounds. Adjust the tempo from 60 to 200 BPM, enable looping for continuous playback, and tweak until it sounds perfect.

Tips: Try the same progression in different keys to find the best range for your voice or instrument

Why Choose Our Chord Progression Generator

The most intuitive free tool for building and playing chord progressions

All 12 Keys & Both Modes

Build progressions in any of the 12 musical keys with both Major and Minor modes. See all 7 diatonic chords with their roman numeral notation and chord names.

25+ Genre Presets

Instantly load famous progressions from Pop, Jazz, Blues, Rock, Classical, R&B, and Folk. Each preset shows the chord numerals and well-known songs that use it.

Realistic Piano Playback

Hear your chord progressions with high-quality Salamander piano samples powered by Tone.js. Each chord is played with natural voicing and subtle arpeggio.

Adjustable Tempo & Loop

Set your tempo anywhere from 60 to 200 BPM. Enable loop mode for continuous playback while you experiment with different arrangements and ideas.

Drag & Reorder Chords

Build progressions up to 8 chords long. Easily reorder chords with arrow controls, remove individual chords, or clear the entire progression to start fresh.

Free Browser-Based Tool

No downloads, no registration, no limits. This chord progression generator runs entirely in your browser with all audio processing handled locally.

Chord Progression Generator FAQ

Common questions about building and playing chord progressions

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A chord progression is a series of chords played in sequence that forms the harmonic foundation of a song. Most popular songs use 3-8 chords arranged in specific patterns. For example, the I-V-vi-IV progression (C-G-Am-F in the key of C) is used in hundreds of hit songs including 'Let It Be' and 'No Woman No Cry'.
Roman numerals represent chord positions within a key. Uppercase (I, IV, V) indicates major chords, lowercase (ii, iii, vi) indicates minor chords, and the degree symbol (vii°) indicates diminished chords. This system lets you understand progressions in any key - I-V-vi-IV works the same whether you're in C major (C-G-Am-F) or G major (G-D-Em-C).
Major mode produces bright, happy-sounding progressions, while Minor mode creates darker, more emotional ones. Each mode has its own set of 7 diatonic chords with different qualities. Many famous songs mix both - try switching between modes with the same preset to hear the dramatic difference.
The key determines the pitch range of your progression. For vocals, choose a key that keeps the melody comfortable for your voice. For instruments, consider their natural range. Our tool lets you try the same progression in all 12 keys instantly - click different keys while your progression plays to find the perfect match.
Absolutely! Chord progressions cannot be copyrighted. You're free to use any progression from our presets or custom-built ones in your original compositions, recordings, or performances without any licensing concerns. The melody and lyrics you create over the chords are what make your music unique.
While the harmonic relationship between chords stays the same, different keys have different pitch ranges and tonal qualities. Lower keys (like C or D) sound warmer and fuller, while higher keys (like A or B) sound brighter and more energetic. The key also affects how instruments resonate - guitarists often prefer keys with open string notes.
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