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Famous “2-5-1″ Chord Progression

by Jermaine Griggs · 3 comments

in Chords & Progressions

“The Famous 2-5-1 Chord Progression”

a) Dmin9 Chord (pronounced “D minor ninth chord”)

Bass = D

Right hand = F + A + C + E

b) G13 chord (pronounced “G thirteenth chord”)

Bass = G

Right hand = F + A + C + E

Note: This is the same chord above but since the bass is different, the chord is titled “G13″ instead of “Dmin9.”

c) Cmaj9 chord (pronounced “C major ninth chord”)

Bass = C

Right hand = E + G + B + D

Now, play each chord consecutively (right after the other)…

Dmin9 –> G13 –> Cmaj9

*** This type of progression is commonly heard in jazz and worship music! I hope you enjoyed … see you tomorrow!

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{ 3 comments… read them below or add one }

1 gbenga

I love this lesson it is one of the best i have ever seen the are quite comprehensive

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2 Freddy Bello

Jermaine, et all

I think the proper for this G13 is

Bass = G

Right hand = F + A + B + E

Because you need to add the 3rd (B) and the 7th (F) to give the tone its characteristic.

Thougths?

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3 Jermaine Griggs

You’re right… I’m doing more of a G13 sus but what happens is I usually teach to lower the C down to the B eventually. Provides a nice feeling.

All the best,
JG

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