Chord Progressions in A Major

Pick a progression in A Major, then load it into the builder to practice changes with a steady tempo and groove.

I–V–IV–I: Country Circle

Strum a country-ready loop in A (A–E–D–A) to support storytelling verses, bright choruses, and easy vocal melodies with classic guitar-friendly shapes.

I–V–♭VII–IV: Modern Rock Punch

Push a modern rock chorus in A (A–E–G–D): big power-chord energy, great for aggressive riffs, pop-punk hooks, and band-friendly progressions for songwriting.

I–iii–vi–II7: Soulful Chain

Comp a smooth soul chain in A (Amaj7–C#m7–F#m7–B7) for neo-soul keys, R&B songwriting, and bass-friendly voice leading that feels silky for songwriting.

I–IV–ii–V: Summer Pop Cycle

Catch a sunny groove in A (A–D–Bm7–E7): great for funk-pop rhythm guitar, upbeat choruses, and bass lines that connect chords with smooth steps for songwriting.

I–IV–iv–I: Cinematic Plagal Shift

76 BPM•ballad

Create a cinematic plagal twist in A (A–D–Dm–A): major to minor subdominant color for emotional ballads, film cues, and dramatic chorus drops for songwriting.

More keys

Explore a different home key for your hands and your singer.

C major G major A minor D major D dorian E major E minor D mixolydian A major A mixolydian F major B minor E phrygian