Jazz Chords in E Major
E Major has 4 sharps. Explore the diatonic 7th chords, scale suggestions, and common jazz progressions below.
Diatonic 7th Chords in E Major
Common Progressions in E Major
About E Major
The key of E 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.
Pro Tips for E Major
The Road Less Traveled
Rare in jazz but rich when explored. Concert pitch E challenges horn players.
No standards in our collection are in this key yet.