Chord Progression Generator

From four chords to your next idea

Start with the supplied progression and press Play. Change one chord, try a new direction, or switch the genre to hear the same task in a different musical setting. You do not need to know Roman numerals to begin.

Keep a chord you like with its lock, then explore another variation. Undo brings your previous idea back. Bass and drums provide context; turn them off when you want to focus on the harmony.

What makes a progression work?

A progression is a sequence of chords. The way one chord leads to the next, the voicing, the rhythm and the bass all affect its character. The starting directions are creative suggestions, not rules about how music must feel.

The key sets the note palette. Changing it transposes the idea; changing the tempo changes its speed. Use the chord names to learn what you chose, then follow the related lessons when you want a deeper explanation.

Take the notes or take the sound

MIDI carries notes, timing and tempo so you can choose your own instruments in music software. It does not carry the preview sounds. WAV carries the rendered sound of the current idea.

These downloads are prepared in your browser without an account. TunePal’s app is a separate place to generate and shape new stems; opening it does not automatically import this progression. Keep the file and use it as a reference for your next session.

Common questions