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Unexpected Chord Progressions
Explore unexpected chord progressions for guitar with diagrams and audio playback.
2 progressions found
All Unexpected Progressions
Deceptive Cadence
PopI → V → vi
The 'plot twist' of music. When you expect resolution to the I chord but get the vi instead. Creates surprise, tension, and emotional depth.
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Tritone Substitution
JazzImaj7 → bII7 → Imaj7
The ultimate jazz substitution - replacing V7 with bII7 (a tritone away). Creates a chromatic bass line and unexpected color that defines modern jazz harmony.
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