Key
Tonal center
Choose major or minor context.
Chord progression generator
Generate a progression, then understand why it works.
Build progressions by key, degree and harmonic function, then compare guitar voicings and voice-leading paths instead of receiving a random list of chords.
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Build
Choose a key and progression structure.
Start from Roman numerals so the progression can be moved to any key.
Degrees
Roman numerals
Define the progression independent of key.
Quality
Diatonic / altered
Control chord type.
Length
Bars / slots
Build short loops or longer sequences.
Templates
Start from common progression families.
Use known functional patterns as a starting point, then edit them.
I–V–vi–IV
Pop
Four-chord major loop.
ii–V–I
Jazz
Predominant–dominant–tonic.
I–vi–ii–V
Turnaround
Classic cycle.
12-bar blues
Blues
Functional dominant framework.
Optimize for guitar
Generate a harmonic plan, then choose playable movement.
The progression is only half the problem; voicing choices determine how it feels under the hand.
Voicings
Choose register
Compare shapes per chord.
Voice leading
Minimize movement
Keep common tones and nearby voices.
Fretboard
See positions
Map the progression physically.
Improvisation
Chord-scale context
Connect harmony to soloing material.
FAQ
Quick answers about chord progression generator.
Use these answers as a reference, then explore the relationships interactively.
What does a chord progression generator do?
It helps create or explore sequences of chords, usually from a key, chord family or progression template.
Is a random chord generator useful for learning harmony?
Random output can inspire ideas, but a function-aware generator is more useful for understanding why a progression works.
Can I transpose a generated progression?
Yes. Roman-numeral progressions can be mapped to any key while preserving the functional relationship.
ChordRevelation
Move from explanation to interactive harmony.
Change the key, compare voicings, follow voice leading and see the same idea directly on the fretboard.