Guitar chord progression
The Gentle Climb: G–Am–C–D
A minor step rises into the open side of the key. Start with the open-friendly G-key version below, then make it your own in the interactive Explorer.
G · Am · C · D
Open this progression in the ExplorerHow the loop moves
- GHome
- AmEmotional turn
- COpens the loop
- DPulls forward
Play it your way
Use the Explorer to change key, select playable chord shapes, set a practice tempo, and loop the progression while you play.
Try The Gentle Climb interactivelyQuick answers
- What chords are in this progression?
- G · Am · C · D.
- What tempo should I start at?
- 84 BPM in 4/4. Slow it down if one change needs more time.
- Can I change the key?
- Yes. The Explorer keeps the harmonic pattern while letting you select another key.