G Jazz ii–V–I

ii – V – I progression in G major

G major
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Triad Diagrams — G Jazz ii–V–I (Guitar)

G Jazz ii–V–Iii – V – I

The G ii–V–I progression (Am – D – G) is the most important cadence in jazz. The subdominant provides motion, the dominant creates tension, and the tonic delivers resolution. With seventh chords (Am7 – D7 – GMaj7), it is the definitive jazz sound.

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Chords (triads): Am, D, G.

Chords (7th): Am7, D7, GMaj7.

Famous songs using this progression

  • Autumn Leaves – Joseph Kosma
  • Fly Me to the Moon – Bart Howard
  • All The Things You Are – Jerome Kern