Jazz Chords in C Major

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

Diatonic 7th Chords in C Major

Common Progressions in C Major

About C Major

The key of C Major contains seven diatonic 7th chords built on each scale degree. In jazz, these chords form the foundation for improvisation, comping, and composition. The most important progression is ii-V-I, which uses the second, fifth, and first degree chords.

Jazz Chords in C Major

Diatonic 7th Chords in C Major

Common Progressions in C Major

ii – V – I

I – vi – ii – V

iii – vi – ii – V

Jazz Blues

Modal Vamp

About C Major