Film Score Chords & Chord Progressions

i · VII · VI · V

The Andalusian cadence - a descending progression used in flamenco, classical, and dramatic film scores. Timeless and powerful.

vi · IV · I · V

The dramatic, building progression used in movie trailers and epic moments. Starts minor, resolves to triumphant major.

i · i+ · i6 · i+

The iconic chromatic line from spy movie themes. The 5th of the minor chord rises chromatically (B → C → C#) then falls back (C), creating the classic tension and release. This is the signature sound of 007.