C Major - Mysterious Tension

Suspenseful progressions with unresolved harmonies

Explore these C major chord progressions with a mysterious tension character. Each MIDI file can be opened directly in BrowserDAW for immediate music production.

C major - i i iv iv v7 ii5 v v7

i i iv iv v7 ii5 v v7

A complex progression with repetitive tonic and subdominant chords, building tension with dominant seventh variations.

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C major - I V vi IV

I V vi IV

The classic pop progression - versatile and emotionally satisfying, used in countless hit songs.

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C major - vi IV I V

vi IV I V

A variation of the pop progression starting on the relative minor, creating a different emotional arc.

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C major - I vi ii V

I vi ii V

The timeless ii-V-I with added vi chord, fundamental in jazz and popular music.

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C major - ii V I vi

ii V I vi

Classic jazz turnaround progression, smooth voice leading and sophisticated harmony.

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C major - I IV V I

I IV V I

The most basic major progression, foundation of folk, country, and rock music.

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C major - vi ii V I

vi ii V I

Minor to major resolution, creates emotional lift and resolution.

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About C Major - Mysterious Tension

Key of C

The key of C has its own unique sonic characteristics and is commonly used in various musical genres for its distinctive sound palette.

Major Mode

Major keys typically sound bright, happy, and uplifting, making them perfect for energetic and positive music.

Mysterious Tension Style

This mood focuses on suspenseful progressions with unresolved harmonies, making these progressions ideal for creating music with this specific emotional character.