Classics

Andalusian Cadence

in B major · G#m–F#–E–D#m

G#m
vi
F#
V
E
IV
D#m
iii
Progression
vi
V
IV
iii
Key
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What is the vi–V–IV–iii progression?

Iconic descending progression from Spanish and flamenco music.

Songs that use this

  • Hit the Road Jack · Ray Charles
  • Stairway to Heaven · Led Zeppelin
  • White Room · Cream

Why it works

These chords outline strong tonic, dominant, and relative minor colors in B major: easy to sing and easy to remember on ukulele.

Try in other keys

Same Roman numerals; chords transpose with the key.

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