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Diatonic Chords

Learn diatonic chords by hearing them in context

Explore the full diatonic set for each key, hear every chord instantly, and understand how each degree functions inside real harmony.

Start by choosing a key and playing through the chords in order.

Once the sound of I, IV, V, and the remaining degrees clicks, progressions become much easier to predict and write.

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Study diatonic chords

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Select a chord below to see its notes on piano or guitar.

TonicSubdominantDominant

Chord Variations

Chord variations for C (sus4, add9, and more)

Common chord types beyond the diatonic set. Tap to hear them.

To look up fingerings by chord name, use "Chord Finder".

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