Db major · vi – IV – I – V

vi-IV-I-V Chord Progression in Db major

In Db major the vi-IV-I-V progression is Bbm – Gb – Db – Ab.

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The same four chords as I-V-vi-IV, but starting on the minor chord, which gives a moodier, more emotional feel.

The chords

NumeralChordEasiest shape
viBbmxx8666
IVGb244322
IDb98666x
VAb43111x

How to practise

Compare it with I-V-vi-IV in the same key to hear how the starting chord changes the mood.

  1. Play one chord per bar at 60 BPM with a simple down-strum on each beat.
  2. Raise the tempo by 5 BPM once you can play eight rounds without a mistake.
  3. Change the strumming pattern: down, down-up, up-down-up.

Key facts about Db major

Db major contains the notes Db, Eb, F, Gb, Ab, Bb, C. See the full C# Major scale with fretboard diagrams, and use it to solo over the progression.

vi-IV-I-V in other keys

C majorD majorEb majorE majorF majorF# majorG majorAb majorA majorBb majorB major

Other progressions in Db major

I-V-vi-IVI-IV-V12-Bar BluesI-vi-IV-V (50s progression)ii-V-ICanon Progression

FAQ

What are the chords of vi-IV-I-V in Db major?

Bbm – Gb – Db – Ab.

What notes are in Db major?

Db major contains Db, Eb, F, Gb, Ab, Bb, C.

Which scale can I solo with over vi-IV-I-V in Db major?

The Db major scale fits, and the major pentatonic scale from C# is the easiest choice.

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