I-IV-V Chord Progression in F# major
In F# major the I-IV-V progression is F# – B – C#.
The three-chord foundation of rock and roll, folk and country. La Bamba and Twist and Shout are built on these three chords.
The chords
| Numeral | Chord | Easiest shape |
|---|---|---|
| I | F# | 244322 |
| IV | B | x21402 |
| V | C# | 98666x |
How to practise
Learn this one in the open keys (C, G, D, A, E) first. Together they cover hundreds of songs.
- Play one chord per bar at 60 BPM with a simple down-strum on each beat.
- Raise the tempo by 5 BPM once you can play eight rounds without a mistake.
- Change the strumming pattern: down, down-up, up-down-up.
Key facts about F# major
F# major contains the notes F#, G#, A#, B, C#, D#, E#. See the full F# Major scale with fretboard diagrams, and use it to solo over the progression.
I-IV-V in other keys
Other progressions in F# major
FAQ
What are the chords of I-IV-V in F# major?
F# – B – C#.
What notes are in F# major?
F# major contains F#, G#, A#, B, C#, D#, E#.
Which scale can I solo with over I-IV-V in F# major?
The F# major scale fits, and the major pentatonic scale from F# is the easiest choice.
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