Diminished Passing Chord

Imaj7 #Idim7 ii7 V7

Key
C
Tempo
100
Feel
upbeat
Bars
4
Position
Feel
100

About

A classic jazz and swing technique using a diminished 7th chord as a chromatic passing chord between Imaj7 and ii7. Creates smooth voice leading and harmonic tension.

Songs that use this chord progression

  • Five Foot Two Jazz Standard
  • Ain't Misbehavin' Fats Waller
  • I Got Rhythm George Gershwin

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