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Jazz Chords in A Minor

A Minor has no sharps or flats. Explore the diatonic 7th chords, scale suggestions, and common jazz progressions below.

Diatonic 7th Chords in A Minor

Common Progressions in A Minor

About A Minor

The key of A Minor contains seven diatonic 7th chords built on each scale degree. In jazz, these chords form the foundation for improvisation, comping, and composition. Minor key jazz often features the ii-V-i progression, where the V chord is frequently altered for extra tension.

Pro Tips for A Minor

The Natural Minor

No sharps, no flats in natural minor. The relative minor of C, perfect for learning minor ii-V-i.

No standards in our collection are in this key yet.