Pop ballad progression
Generated from a "moody ballad" prompt with sixteenth-note piano voicings using the chord generator workflow.
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AI Chord Generator - Free Chord Progression Maker
Enter a text prompt like 'sad lofi chords' or 'epic movie score', select chord count (2-8), and generate playable progressions with interactive piano playback and MIDI export.
Try the interactive chord generator below. Generate, edit, and download chord progressions instantly in your browser.
AI Chord Generator
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Try it instantlyNo signup requiredSecure & private
2-8 chords
Chord count range
MIDI (.mid)
Export format
Desktop & mobile web
Platform support
Free demo
Price
Why creators choose our AI Song Generator
Value propositions
Text to chords
Text-to-Chord Generation
Simply describe your desired mood, genre, or style with natural language prompts. The AI instantly generates musically coherent chord progressions that match your vision.
Visual feedback
Interactive Piano Visualization
Click any chord to hear it instantly. Watch the notes light up on the interactive on-screen piano keyboard as you play and explore your progression.
Workflow ready
Edit, Analyze & Export
Rearrange chords with drag-and-drop. Click 'Explain Progression' for AI-generated music theory insights. Export as standard MIDI files ready for any DAW.
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Listening samples
Hear different genres before you dive in
Jazz changes
Extended jazz changes created via drag-and-drop inversions after running the chord generator.
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Neo-soul progression
A neo-soul progression refined with the Explain Progression feature inside the generator demo.
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Prompt library for AI Song Generator
Explore ready-to-run ideas grouped by mood, genre, and theme
Mood prompts
3 promptsMelancholic
sad progression, minor key, piano voicings, emotional movementUplifting
bright major progression, ascending bass movement, resolved endingMysterious
atmospheric progression, suspended chords, modal mixture, open voicingsStyle prompts
3 promptsJazz standards
jazz changes, ii-V-I movement, extended harmony, voice leadingPop ballad
emotional 4-chord progression, piano voicings, major keyClassical period
classical progression, proper voice leading, cadential movementTheory prompts
3 promptsModal mixture
progression with borrowed chords, modal interchange, smooth voice leadingSecondary dominants
progression using secondary dominants, clear resolution pointsModulation
modulating progression, pivot chords, smooth key changeFeatured single-line prompts
Emotional pop progression
sad lofi chords, mellow piano voicings, gentle movement, 6-chord loopJazz turnaround
jazz ii-V-I progression, extended harmony, walking bass movement, includes tritone substitutionAmbient texture
atmospheric chord pad sequence, suspended chords, slow changes, wide voicings for synthsWorkflow overview
Follow these steps to move from idea to final mix
- 1Describe Your Vibe: Enter a text prompt like 'sad lofi chords' or 'epic movie score' to tell the AI what you need.
- 2Select Chord Count: Choose how many chords (2-8) you want in your progression using the simple dropdown menu.
- 3Generate Progression: Click the generate button and let the AI create a unique, musically coherent chord sequence for you.
- 4Play & Visualize: Click any chord to hear it and see the notes light up on the interactive on-screen piano.
- 5Get a Theory Explanation: Click 'Explain Progression' to get an AI-generated breakdown of the music theory behind your chords.
- 6Edit & Customize: Easily rearrange chords with drag-and-drop, add new chords, or remove them to perfect your sequence.
- 7Download as MIDI: Export your final progression as a standard MIDI file to drag directly into your DAW (Logic, Ableton, FL Studio).
LyricsToSong AI model matrix
Pick the engine that matches your production goals
| Model version | Core capabilities | Output format | Plan fit | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI Chord Generator | Prompt-based chord builder with interactive playback, theory explanations, and drag-and-drop editing. | MIDI (.mid) | Free | View details |
Compare popular AI chord generators
See how our AI chord generator stacks up against other chord progression tools you might already know.
| Platform | Highlights | Free plan | Outputs |
|---|---|---|---|
| AI Chord Generator | ✓ Full prompt-based control ✓ Interactive piano view ✓ Built-in theory lessons ✓ Free MIDI export | 100% free, unlimited | MIDI (.mid) |
| OpenAI MuseNet | Research model with a focus on long-form compositions | Limited | MIDI only |
| Hookpad | Theory-driven chord builder with songwriting tools | Basic features | MIDI, XML |
| Chordify | Chord detection from audio plus progression suggestions | Yes |
What you can create with AI Song Generator
Inspiration for different creator workflows
Songwriters
Generate fresh chord progressions to inspire new melodies and songs.
Music students
Study harmony concepts with interactive progression examples.
Producers
Create chord beds and harmonic foundations for tracks.
Teachers
Demonstrate music theory concepts with instant examples.
What creators say
Independent feedback from early adopters
I can explore new chord combinations in seconds instead of hours at the piano.
Perfect for showing students how different chord progressions work in context.
The MIDI export lets me drop progressions right into my production template.
Frequently asked questions
Answers for licensing, quality, and workflow
Is the AI chord generator truly free to use?+
Yes! The chord generator is 100% free. You can use our AI chord progression generator to create, edit, and download unlimited MIDI files without an account or payment.
Can I use the generated chords in my commercial music?+
Absolutely. The chord progressions you generate and the resulting MIDI files are yours to use freely in your personal and commercial projects. No attribution is required.
How do I export the chords as MIDI files?+
Once the chord maker has generated your chord sequence, you can edit it and then click the 'Download MIDI' button. A standard MIDI file (.mid) will be saved, ready to import into any Digital Audio Workstation (DAW).
Does our tool work on mobile devices?+
Yes, the tool is fully responsive. You can generate and play chords on your phone or tablet. For the best experience with the chord progression maker, including drag-and-drop editing, we recommend using a desktop browser.
What kind of AI powers our chord generator?+
The tool uses a fine-tuned large language model (LLM) trained on music theory and harmonic principles. It analyzes your text to generate musically creative chord progressions.
About our AI chord generator
Deep-dive context for AI-generated music
Our AI chord generator transforms natural language descriptions into musically coherent chord progressions. Simply type what you're looking for - whether it's 'melancholic piano chords' or 'uplifting jazz progression' - and the AI creates a complete sequence instantly.
Built on a fine-tuned large language model trained specifically on music theory and harmonic principles, the tool understands the relationships between chords and generates progressions that follow proper voice leading and cadential movement.
With interactive piano visualization, you can click any chord to hear how it sounds and see the notes highlighted on an on-screen keyboard. The 'Explain Progression' feature provides AI-generated music theory analysis, helping you understand why certain chords work together.
Perfect for songwriters who need fresh harmonic ideas, producers building instrumental tracks, music students learning chord theory, or educators demonstrating harmonic concepts. All generated progressions can be exported as standard MIDI files (.mid) that work in any DAW including Logic Pro, Ableton Live, FL Studio, and Pro Tools.
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