
Understanding Chord Progressions

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
- Define a major chord and its components
- Construct major chords using different root notes
- Recognize and play major chords on their instrument
Five Common Chord Progressions
- The I-IV-V Progression
- The ii-V-I Progression (Jazz and Classical)
- The vi-IV-I-V (Pop Progression)
- The I-V-vi-IV Progression (Ballads)
- The i-iv-V (Minor Key Progression)
3. Activities: Analyzing and Creating Chord Progressions
Activity 1: Analyze a Song's Progression
Activity 2: Compose a Progression
Activity 3: Explore Variations
Activity 2: Compose a Progression
Activity 3: Explore Variations
4. Quiz
Quiz Questions
5. Listening and Exploration
Listen to Examples