What the ii7–V7–Imaj7 progression sounds like
Smooth tension and release. The core of jazz harmony. In Bb major it's Cm7 F7 Bbmaj7.
You'll find it in Jazz songwriting.
Scales that fit ii7–V7–Imaj7
Over this progression in Bb, the best-fitting scales are Bb Major (Ionian), C Dorian, Bb Melodic minor (jazz). Put your own chords into the scale finder to see more.
ii7–V7–Imaj7 in every key
| Key | Chords |
|---|---|
| C major | Dm7 G7 Cmaj7 |
| G major | Am7 D7 Gmaj7 |
| D major | Em7 A7 Dmaj7 |
| A major | Bm7 E7 Amaj7 |
| E major | F#m7 B7 Emaj7 |
| B major | C#m7 F#7 Bmaj7 |
| F# major | G#m7 C#7 F#maj7 |
| Db major | Ebm7 Ab7 Dbmaj7 |
| Ab major | Bbm7 Eb7 Abmaj7 |
| Eb major | Fm7 Bb7 Ebmaj7 |
| Bb major | Cm7 F7 Bbmaj7 |
| F major | Gm7 C7 Fmaj7 |
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Common questions
What are the chords in the ii7–V7–Imaj7 progression?
In Bb major the ii7–V7–Imaj7 progression is Cm7 F7 Bbmaj7. The pattern is the same in every key; the table above lists all 12.
What scale goes with ii7–V7–Imaj7?
In Bb, the Bb Major (Ionian) fits best. C Dorian and Bb Melodic minor (jazz) add different colors.
Last updated November 14, 2026.