15 of the MOST Popular Chord Progressions on Piano

Learn how to write music with all the popular chord progressions music has to offer. We cover major, minor, and even some modal progressions using Mixolydian & Dorian
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🕘 Timestamps:
00:00 Performance
00:26 Introduction
01:37 The key of F and going out of C
03:18 I vi IV V (”Doo-op”)
04:54 I V ii vi for Ballads
06:50 Circular I V vi IV
09:24 ii - V - I (2-5-1) Jazz Progression
11:25 Minor Scales (F Natural Minor)
12:11 i VIIb v VIb (Minor Ballads)
13:48 VIb VIIb i IIIb/3 Dance minor (Chainsmokers/Coldplay)
17:19 ii IV vi V - Daft Punk Chord Progression
18:45 vi I V IV - Counting Stars
20:10 i IIIb VIIb IV - Dorian Rock Progression (Green Day / Imagine Dragons)
22:26 i VIIb VIb V - Andalusian Cadence (Flamenco)
23:27 iim7b5 - V7 - i - Jazz Minor Progression
25:03 VIIb - IV - I - Mixolydian Cadence
26:44 12 Bar Blues
29:22 Pachelbel Canon Progression
30:50 Line Cliche Chromatic Movement
33:02 Revision & Conclusion
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[@nathanielschool]

📚 Handwritten notes for this lesson available on my Patreon channel: www.patreon.com/posts/7501373...

[@ronnieketchum1241]

The singing is what turns those chords from a theory lesson to a pure bliss.

[@nathanielschool]

Glad you think so!😇

[@unknown-in3ib]

Is anyone gonna talk about his voice😍❤❤❤❤

[@nathanielschool]

You are too kind! Thanks so much for tuning in😃🙏🏼

[@Hobbietone]

What’s to talk about, he’s fantastic!!!

[@anthonycarado6313]

Ahh yes. It was a pleasant surprise. Wish I have that timbre.

[@hansel5098]

Amazing voice

[@radhikamohan1406]

Jason sir, your singing adds life to chords.. period!!! Am so thankful to have found you here.. was never blessed to have any piano teacher in my life. I am late, but lucky!

[@nathanielschool]

Wow, thank you so much Radhika 🙏🏼

[@darinepp4613]

Jason, I have to say that you knocked it out of the park with this one. I was stuck on C major for the longest time and recently moved to G major and loved the tones, but I have grown bored of the progression in this key as well. Now I have 15 more awesome progressions to learn! You are amazing at what you do and you have the most effective video tools of any teacher on KZbin. You show the keys being played, you show the notes in the scale, you have the chords/notes shown in real time as you are playing, you play real world-popular songs to relate the structures to and your handwritten notes show clearly what is going on. Thank you so much!

[@bcxtcreeper]

2-5-1 chord progressions are so satisfying both in minor and major. You did a very good job at explaining, thank you.

[@nathanielschool]

Most welcome!

[@mrlee6740]

You already know. It gets me everytime

[@mihuionut3721]

Best teacher on KZbin!

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much Mihu 😀

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Now this channel is going to flourish!! The content and the style of teaching is just way too amazing. Nothing superficial, all valuable! I am glad I found this channel.

[@nathanielschool]

Thank you so much Piyush 😀

[@ariaguitarlessons]

I love how your describe with intervals helps so much to understand tension and resolution and why certain progressions works the way they do

[@nathanielschool]

Awesome Aria! Thanks a ton for watching 🙏🏼

[@Muse_Masa]

Have been looking for a comprehensive guide for popular progression for a long time! This is great. Also, love that performance in front of each video, so brilliant and heartfelt

[@nathanielschool]

Glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for watching😊

[@YTisverycool2007]

Thank you, Jason, for sharing your gift to the world! I am learning a lot from your videos. May God bless you greatly as you have blessed others! THANKS!

[@nathanielschool]

Thank you for your kind words, I'm really glad you're liking the content on the channel! Do stay tuned for more😁

[@DunEddyG]

Besides you being are a VERY good teacher, I just get a huge smile on my face when I see you get carried away explaining and playing examples… love your videos: pure gold and very much appreciated giving all this free content. Best regards.

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much for your kind words and support towards this channel

[@robertpien8708]

Jason great lesson you can see how chord progressions can really go with so many different melodies and rythems. With so many different styles of music . Ty

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks a ton Robert!

[@buckyBitBoy]

This lesson is simple and direct to the point, awesome compilation of cadences. Amazing!

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much Bucky!

[@rolfr6662]

I like the secondary dominant preceding the D minor. The tension it builds is infectious. Thank you Jason

[@nathanielschool]

My pleasure👍🏽

[@leorincon3635]

Thank you Jason 👏 inspiring and super helpful on my songwriting process . Good health and inspiration always 🙏 🎹

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks a lot for your support Leo!

[@joycegolden1980]

I love this lesson, very informative for so many scales. The diff rhythm you use, are very helpful and that’s my problem how to make the progression sound good❤ thank you! My piano hero😊

[@nathanielschool]

Glad it was helpful, Joyce! Really appreciate your support 🎹 You can find more of my free tutorials on 'Chord Progressions' here: www.nathanielschool.com/free-lessons/tags/chord-progressions-1

[@fiatlux3748]

You are such a gift to the world. Your voice is so energetic. I love it. I am so happy to have the opportunity to learn with you. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

[@nathanielschool]

Thank you for such kind words!😊 Glad you are enjoying videos as well😄

[@williampyle4652]

You are a great teacher… there is so much great information in this last lesson I’ve been looking for it for a long time… thank you for not playing in the key of C

[@nathanielschool]

Glad it was helpful William!

[@ebolds4918]

Fantastic Tutorial on Chord Progressions. I learned a ton👍🏽🎶

[@nathanielschool]

Great to hear 🎶

[@acyjay3113]

I'm proud of myself for /discovering my new favourite piano teacher.I'm trying to up my intermediate and I'm confident with you in that journey,Thanks.And you make playing piano so fun

[@nathanielschool]

Wonderful Jay!

[@carmelokeefe7963]

Great chord progressions Jason to have a lot of fun with. Thank you for your amazing lessons ❤😊

[@nathanielschool]

Carmel, you are most welcome! Glad you found the content suiting your style as well😊🎶

[@wondwossentsegaw7074]

Great instructor! Thank you for sharing your talent and wisdom!

[@nathanielschool]

Glad it was helpful Wondwossen 😊

[@jacobjoseph4473]

Superb chord progression i have ever seen in youtube channel. Thanks JASON brother.

[@nathanielschool]

I appreciate that Jacob!

[@jasonbourne488]

Amazing lesson. Lots of fresh ideas presented here.

[@nathanielschool]

Glad you think so! Thanks for watching, Sharad! 🤘🏽🎹

[@seifegebriel3582]

Jason, you’re not only a great teacher, you’ve got also an amazing voice.

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much Seife! Means a lot ☺️

[@liseauffray2119]

What an amazing tutorial! I'm so glad I've come across this/your video! I'll be back, and often ... thank you so much!

[@nathanielschool]

That's so nice of your Lise! Glad to have you on board our channel!

[@midastymiwaynedasty2681]

Great progression to have. Thanks ❤

[@nathanielschool]

Most welcome Midasty!

[@comcham1]

Excellent stuff. Using the "numbers system" makes some puzzling things make sense. One thing that helped me a long time ago to figure out the different key signatures was that the major scale has a half step between 3 and 4 and 7 and 8. Once you figure that simple thing out, the scales will make a LOT more sense. Good job. Once you get the numbers, it doesn't matter what key the song is in. 1-4-5 verse with a 2-5 chorus and a 1-2-4-5 bridge can be played in in ANY key. Keep up the good work. Great to see someone emphasizing numbers.

[@nathanielschool]

Awesome! Thanks!

[@OlstiMusic]

my god what a lesson and what a teacher! Playing, singing, beatboxing and easy understanding. Thanks so much, learned a lot!

[@nathanielschool]

Awesome! You're very welcome!

[@greciaalva7697]

Excellent lesson!!!!

[@nathanielschool]

Glad you liked it Grecia! Thanks for your support ☺️

[@arthurgalolo7828]

This guy has really something for us to learn from. I'm a big fan of him. Jason, could we have another post from you on playing different music kind on piano i.e. jazz, rock, rumba, waltz, etc.?

[@nathanielschool]

Thank you for your kind words!😇 Definitely, I will be posting more tutorials and will consider your suggestions too, so stay tuned 🤘

[@mrghrodgers]

Fantastic content, totally useful and engaging. I truly learned alot, and have a bunch of note to study and work on. Thanks so much! Blessings

[@nathanielschool]

That's awesome, Glenn! Thanks so much for tuning in 😊🎵

[@coolmanjazzguitar1275]

Awesome Lesson!!! 👍👍👍👍

[@denisghiotti9647]

merci Jason pour cette super video 😉vous nous aidez beaucoup a progresser a jouer au piano 🤩 je decouvre vos video et c;est un immense plaisir de vous ecoutez jouer et expliquer vos tuto💯 amities de France 👏👍🙋🗼

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Excellent! Thank you.

[@nathanielschool]

Glad it was helpful!

[@PasanRANASINGHE26]

Love your tutorials Jason. Cheers🥂

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Glad you like them Pasan!

[@kecelibu]

I got so much fun while watching your video 😍 thanks for sharing

[@nathanielschool]

That's awesome! It's my pleasure, Burak😁🎼 Thank you for tuning in🎵🎹

[@ilmamerga8666]

I like the way you are teaching thank you so much!!

[@nathanielschool]

You're very welcome Ilma!

[@francessmith165]

You are absolutely amazing!!!!!

[@nathanielschool]

Wow, thank you! francessmith😃🤘

[@NealLandarech]

Thank you, Jason Zac. Very useful. I love these chord progressions videos, they are my favourites. Greetings since Cuba🎹🎶

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks a ton Landarech 🙏🏼

[@22khanbaba]

What a lovely voice you have your voice make the chords a meaning I wish I could have a teacher like you

[@nathanielschool]

Wow, thank you!😇

[@dannyasio8614]

I like how you introduce this concept on progression..thank you

[@nathanielschool]

My pleasure Danny! I enjoyed putting these concept together 😄

[@peechykern9705]

Just found you, love your voice and your style. Learning a lot. Thanks!!!!

[@nathanielschool]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@MarinaAlbert]

Gotta write this down..wow great playing and voice

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much Marina, glad you enjoyed the lesson😃🎵

[@reziahamed9255]

Thanks Heaps Jason.... Loving these immensely ....... :) God Bless.......... :)

[@nathanielschool]

Glad you like them Rezi!

[@Dimitri1901]

Oh Jason, that's awesome. That's for good inspiration. You are welcome to make such compilations more often. I found the best from minute 11:27. Keep it up. Godd bless you.

[@nathanielschool]

Glad you enjoyed it Dimitri!

[@jayantjrathod]

Amazing Sirjee And Thank You For The Great Stuff

[@nathanielschool]

My pleasure Jayant!

[@SingerComposerSSSINGH]

Realy sir..U are The Best Master Trainer....Thanks to GOD i learn from u... Many many Thaks u and youtube too....

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much for your support!🙂

[@gerrogero9059]

I love that opening tune 🎶 I will start watching all your videos

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks a ton Gerro 🙏🏼

[@elliotking2451]

Thank you Jason Great the way u explain things

[@nathanielschool]

Glad you think so!

[@lawrencetaylor4101]

Merci beaucoup Jason.

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much Lawrence!

[@anthonycarado6313]

I learned a lot from ur vids, sir. Carry on. Btw, your voice is a amazing❤

[@nathanielschool]

Thank you, I sure will Anthony!

[@spirosmoutsatsos4590]

What a an excellent teacher I wish and wish you health and happiness thanks

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks a ton Spiros!

[@spirosmoutsatsos4590]

Can you suggest any of your videos for rhythm in music thanks god bless you

[@agyekumemmanuel3678]

Wow great tutorials. God bless you sir

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much Agyekum!

[@jamesamberpeta]

Sir very interesting topic it has wealth of information and ideas for composition, thank You Mr. Jason God bless you

[@nathanielschool]

Most welcome James!

[@johnharte2729]

Excellent lesson

[@nathanielschool]

Thank you soo much John!😇

[@ReverendBev]

Jason, you are awesome!

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much Rev. Bev!

[@fraso2000]

Wow! Thank you, that’s great! You just explained half of modern rock/pop music in a nutshell!

[@nathanielschool]

😊

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always love your tutorial...

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much Moses 😊

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I wish I were 1/2 as talented as you! Thanks for the great lesson.

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You are one of the best instructor...

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much George ☺️

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Great work.

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks a lot, Harvinder!😃🎼

[@Godwillkeys]

I enjoy the way you explain God bless you

[@nathanielschool]

Thank you!😃

[@pianiste243]

The best ever 👏 great job, thanks a lot , and what a nice voice!!! 🥹

[@nathanielschool]

Wow, thank you so much 🙏🏽

[@diaservices3454]

Awesome. More like this. Progressions!!!!

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks a ton! More to come 🤘🏽

[@mrlee6740]

I love this with every fiber of my being

[@nathanielschool]

Thank you so much Mr Lee ☺️

[@danielleceleste4791]

Great lesson, Jason Zac!🤗

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks a ton Danielle! 😃

[@daviduweh5447]

Great scales sir please keep sending more videos thanks

[@nathanielschool]

Surely David! Thanks for your support 🙏🏼

[@edwinwoods8294]

Awesome. Thk you

[@nathanielschool]

My pleasure!

[@mayfly552]

You are the best Jason Zac!

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks Marie! You are too kind ☺️

[@joycegolden1980]

Can’t stop watching this! If you wrote lyric you would be hell!❤love this.

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks a ton Joyce ☺️

[@dejantodorovic6542]

Very good Material thank you.

[@nathanielschool]

Glad you liked it, Dejan. Thanks for watching!🤘🏽

[@rohanchung2185]

Like these progressions!

[@nathanielschool]

Try them out, Rohan! They're very beautiful progressions

[@yeshnaidoo7085]

BEST video I've seen sir

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much 🙏🏼

[@aloisraich9326]

This is so phantastic

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much Alois 😊

[@ladykeez319]

You have an amazing voice ❤

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks a ton for your support 😄

[@X-Plan22]

So beautiful chord

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much for listening!

[@prasadsanthosh1558]

It's amazing 😍

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks for watching, Prasad!🎹🤘🏽

[@turningpointmusicalchannel6101]

Hi Jason thanks a lot for this lesson good job brother

[@nathanielschool]

My pleasure!

[@marcelomachado3258]

Sensacional os seus vídeos!

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much Marcelo 🙏🏼

[@LikeAGodxxx]

Amazing and very pleasant singing voice also

[@nathanielschool]

Thank you, Jason😊

[@howtodoitdude1662]

You have such a great voice singing in key!

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much! Glad you are watching our lessons!

[@tzodearf2596]

... only thing left to do is Rhythm Changes... Excellent lesson. I'm slowly trying to learn extensions, voicings, and chord shapes. But these progressions get the job done and are easier to memorize. But if you have strategies for memorizing neo soul chords, I'd pray for your health, prosperity, and happiness.

[@nathanielschool]

Sure thing Tzod 🤘🏽 I'm new to Neo Soul myself! Will plan something for sure 😀

[@santanubanerjee2024]

What an excellent method of teaching by you Sir. Though I'm not so much regular practitioner of Piano but very much fond of. One humble request Sir please I need the theoretical calculation of chord application trick on rhythm as you demonstrated at least for a piano lover like me. I'll remain ever grateful to you Sir & that will certainly increase my interest to keep on practicing piano on regular basis. Thanks a lot Sir.

[@nathanielschool]

Sure Santanu! Thanks for watching! So many videos of chord application are on the channel. Please browse through or else visit our website for easy access: www.nathanielschool.com/video-courses

[@williampyle4652]

Thanks!

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks a ton William!

[@espoirakakpo587]

Best best best teacher ❤❤❤❤❤

[@nathanielschool]

Thank you soo much!🙏🏽😇

[@goutammitra4468]

OUTSTANDING JASON SIR

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks Goutam!

[@nishantgoyal6657]

I love your content and skills sir

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks very much Nishant 🙏🏽

[@GloryToGodAmen]

Very nice lesson and demo. Could you also demonstrate the 7-3-6 progression?

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks a ton and sure Wendy! Calls for another lesson for sure!

[@justanotherk0ala]

amazing summurising

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks so much for being a part of our channel

[@paulsecomb7605]

Really great Jason, very helpful. Many many thanks. Is that Pianoteq you are using and which preset? Thanks again 😊

[@nathanielschool]

Yes, it is Paul! Not sure of the preset. I do a lot of audio processing and mixing on this pre-release. Will do a tech video soon!

[@paulsecomb7605]

Cool, sounds great. Looking forward to your tech video.

[@piyushgupta471]

I need to Tell you. You just make it look sooooo easy. I have been teaching music for past 7 years and this changes my thoughts. But I wonder how you teach this to the very beginners.

[@nathanielschool]

Wow, thank you so much!

[@ronithhalder2325]

Love ur work Nathaniel. How do we choose the best chord pattern for a melody. As there are infinite possibilities. What's your thought process and how should one approach harmony for a composition.

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks a ton Ronith. So many lessons on choosing chords for a melody. You can start with this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIHLmpqJm8x3sMU

[@ronithhalder2325]

@@nathanielschool thank you 😇

[@Musicsharmony]

thanks perfect

[@nathanielschool]

You're welcome!

[@PeterMossUkulele]

I love your "Chain smokers " progression

[@nathanielschool]

That's awesome, Peter! Thanks for tuning into the channel😃🎹

[@aridurai8298]

I like this Sir!

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks a ton Ari!

[@dirkjurgens8804]

Hello Jason, best channel for piano teaching ever. Absolut great. Can you tell me please what instrument do you use? It sounds very good. Thank you.

[@nathanielschool]

Thank you so much, Dirk!😊

[@dirkjurgens8804]

@@nathanielschool Can you tell me please what instrument do you use for your tutorials? It sounds very good. Thank you.

[@justanotherk0ala]

you sing very well 😊

[@nathanielschool]

Thanks a ton Lisa

[@faustmenezes9263]

Beautiful explanation in common man's language.

[@nathanielschool]

Thank you, Faust! Glad you liked the tutorial😊

[@guna8762]

Hello Jason sir. may I know when is the next beginner piano course starting under your tutollage from?

[@nathanielschool]

Hi Guna. Please make an account here: nathanielschool.practicenow.us/ Our team will take it from there