Gospel

Traditional Hymn Progression (I–IV–V–I) Chord Progression

Simple progression used in traditional hymns.

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Roman numerals

  1. I
  2. IV
  3. V
  4. I

Roman numerals give each chord’s position relative to the key’s tonic, so the progression sounds the same in any key.

Chords by key

Key of C

C – F – G – C

Key of G

G – C – D – G

Key of D

D – G – A – D

All Gospel chord progressions