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Pachelbel's Canon progression
Play the eight legendary chords of Pachelbel's Canon: C, G, Am, Em, F, C, F, G.
Take your time shifting hand positions. This timeless sequence forms the foundation of hundreds of songs.
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I can listen through your microphone while you play on real keys. You can change this at any time — nothing is locked in.
Suggested fingers for the chord tones: 1 – 3 – 5.
C major
G major
A minor
E minor
F major
C major
F major
G major
C
E
G
Play the C major chord — C · E · G together.
ZC3
XD3
CE3
VF3
BG3
NA3
MB3
AC4
SD4
DE4
FF4
GG4
HA4
JB4
KC5
Q
2
4
5
6
W
E
T
Y
U
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Learn the theory: Three chords, countless songs →