What are the chords in the key of F Major?

The seven diatonic chords in the key of F Major are: F, Gm, Am, Bb, C, Dm, Em. These correspond to the Roman numerals I, ii, iii, IV, V, vi, vii.

What are common chord progressions in the key of F Major?

Two of the most popular progressions in F Major are the I–V–vi–IV (F – C – Dm – Bb) and the I–IV–V–I (F – Bb – C – F). These appear in countless pop, rock, and folk songs.

Chords in the Key of F Major

The key of F Major contains seven diatonic chords: F, Gm, Am, Bb, C, Dm, Em. Use the interactive generator below to build progressions, hear them played back with drums and accompaniment, and export to MIDI.

Diatonic Chords in F Major

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Relative Minor

The relative minor of F Major is D Minor. Both keys share the same set of notes and diatonic chords, but centre on a different tonic — making D Minor the natural choice for a darker or more melancholic feel.

Modes of F Major

Every mode below is built from the same seven notes as F Major, starting on a different scale degree.

F MajorI – ii – iii – IV – V – vi – vii

G Doriani – ii – III – IV – v – vi – VII

A Phrygiani – II – III – iv – v – VI – vii

Bb LydianI – II – iii – iv – V – vi – vii

C MixolydianI – ii – iii – IV – v – vi – VII

D Minori – ii – III – iv – v – VI – VII

About F Major

F Major is a versatile key with just one flat (Bb). It appears across pop, classical, and film scores, offering a slightly warmer colour than C Major while remaining easy to read and play.

On guitar, the F barre chord is a famous hurdle for beginners — mastering it is often considered a rite of passage. Once past that barrier, F Major opens up a rich palette of voicings.

In orchestral and choral writing, F Major is associated with pastoral scenes and calm emotion. Beethoven's Sixth Symphony ("Pastoral") and many hymns are set in this key, taking advantage of its gentle, grounded character.