Jazz Chord Progressions

Jazz chord progressions feature sophisticated harmony—extended chords (9ths, 11ths, 13ths), altered dominants, and complex voice leading. These progressions use ii-V-I patterns, tritone substitutions, and chromatic movement.

Creating authentic jazz harmony requires years of study in music theory, understanding bebop and modern jazz conventions, and knowing how to voice complex chords effectively.

MidiMind can generate jazz-influenced chord progressions with sophisticated harmony. Type "jazzy chord progression" or "complex jazz chords with extensions" and get progressions with rich, extended voicings.

While the AI understands jazz conventions, it creates accessible versions that work for jazz-influenced pop, R&B, and lofi—not strictly bebop standards.

1. Request jazz harmony: Use "jazzy," "sophisticated," or "complex harmony"
2. Ask for extensions: "with 7ths," "9ths and 11ths" get you jazzy voicings
3. Specify the vibe: "Smooth jazz," "bebop," or "modern jazz" each have different feels
4. Layer appropriately: Export MIDI and use piano, guitar, or horns