Chords in the Key of E♭
The seven diatonic chords of E♭ Major, with Roman numerals and common progressions.
Diatonic Chords in E♭ Major
Common Progressions in E♭ Major
The Chords in E♭ Major
The key of E♭ Major contains seven diatonic chords: E♭, Fm, Gm, A♭, B♭, Cm, Ddim. The three major chords are E♭, A♭, B♭. These are the I, IV, and V chords, the backbone of most chord progressions in this key. The three minor chords are Fm, Gm, Cm, and the seventh degree is Ddim, which is rarely used as a standalone chord but appears in passing progressions and jazz harmony.
Common Chord Progressions in E♭ Major
The most popular progression in E♭ Major is I–V–vi–IV: E♭, B♭, Cm, A♭. This progression is the foundation of hundreds of popular songs across rock, pop, folk, and country. The I chord (E♭) is the tonal centre; the V chord (B♭) creates tension that resolves back to I; and the IV chord (A♭) adds movement and contrast. Knowing these three chords alone is enough to play a large portion of songs written in E♭ Major.
E♭ Major on Guitar
E♭ Major is one of the most guitar-friendly keys. Most of its diatonic chords can be played as open chord shapes or straightforward barre chords. Guitarists playing in E♭ Major often use open voicings for a full, resonant sound, or move up the neck for a brighter tone. If the chords are too challenging in this key, use our capo chart to find a comfortable capo position that lets you play easier shapes while still sounding in E♭ Major.
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