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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.