G Andalusian Cadence

i – VII – VI – V progression in G minor

G minor
Chords
Triads7th Chords
Instrument
GuitarUkuleleBass
Harmony
Originalii–V–ISec. Dom.
iGm
VIIF
VIE♭
VD

Triad Diagrams — G Andalusian Cadence (Guitar)

G Andalusian Cadencei – VII – VI – V

The G Andalusian Cadence (Gm – F – Eb – D) is a descending minor progression rooted in Flamenco. Its dramatic resolution to a major V chord creates intense, fatalistic tension. With seventh voicings (Gm7 – F7 – EbMaj7 – D7), it gains an even richer, darker color.

World / FlamencoTension & Drama4/4 · 4 bars

Chords (triads): Gm, F, Eb, D.

Chords (7th): Gm7, F7, EbMaj7, D7.

Famous songs using this progression

  • Hit the Road Jack – Ray Charles
  • Sultans of Swing – Dire Straits
  • Hava Nagila – Traditional
  • Runaway – Del Shannon