Guitar Theory Simplified - The I-IV-V progression

The I-IV-V Chord Progression
In this lesson from Guitar Theory Simplified, we explore the I-IV-V chord progression, one of the most common and versatile progressions in Western music. This progression forms the backbone of countless songs across genres like rock, blues, and country.

What Is the I-IV-V Progression?
The I-IV-V progression is based on the first, fourth, and fifth chords of a major or minor scale. We’ll guide you through how to play this progression in multiple keys and show you how to apply it to your playing and songwriting.

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