If we took an Em-A7-D (II-V-I) progression and decided to jazz it up with 7ths and extensions, we might well start with this Em9 chord. The F# (9th) is our highest note. I mention this because the ...

Knowing how to make chord progressions is essential to writing great music. A chord progression is like a chain of chords ...

Jazz covers a breadth of styles ... This is a well-known, simple chord progression which gives you an opportunity to try out some of your ideas. If you’re unsure of where to begin, start ...