Chord Progressions in D Major
Pick a progression in D Major, then load it into the builder to practice changes with a steady tempo and groove.
Pachelbel Canon Progression
72 BPM•ballad
Explore Pachelbel’s Canon in D (D–A–Bm–F#m–G–D–G–A): why the bass motion works, how pop adapts it, and voicing ideas for modern pop ballads.
ii–V–I–vi: Jazz-Pop Resolution
120 BPM•swing
Resolve smoothly in D (Em7–A7–Dmaj7–Bm7): a jazz-pop progression for swing comping, pop bridges, and melodic voice leading that feels polished for songwriting.
Imaj7–vi–ii–V: Bossa Turnaround
128 BPM•bossa-nova
Set up a smooth bossa turnaround in D (Dmaj7–Bm7–Em7–A7) for Brazilian grooves, jazz guitar comping, and elegant verse-to-chorus transitions for songwriting.
I–vi–IV–I: Folk Storyteller Loop
94 BPM•ballad
Write a warm folk loop in D (D–Bm–G–D) for fingerpicked verses, acoustic guitar accompaniment, and heartfelt melodies that sit comfortably in the voice.
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