1. I-V-vi-IV (1-5-6-4) Progression
This progression is extremely popular in pop music. It’s used in countless songs because of its pleasing sound.

In the key of C major: C - G - Am - F
Example Songs:
"Let It Be" by The Beatles
"No Woman, No Cry" by Bob Marley
"With or Without You" by U2
2. I-IV-V (1-4-5) Progression
This classic progression is widely used in rock, blues, and pop music.

In the key of C major: C - F - G
Example Songs:
"La Bamba" by Ritchie Valens
"Twist and Shout" by The Beatles
"Johnny B. Goode" by Chuck Berry
3. vi-IV-I-V (6-4-1-5) Progression
This progression is similar to the I-V-vi-IV progression but starts with the minor chord, giving it a different feel.

In the key of C major: Am - F - C - G
Example Songs:
"Apologize" by OneRepublic
"Save Tonight" by Eagle-Eye Cherry
"Demons" by Imagine Dragons
4. I-vi-IV-V (1-6-4-5) Progression
Another popular and versatile progression found in many pop and rock songs.

In the key of C major: C - Am - F - G
Example Songs:
"Unchained Melody" by The Righteous Brothers
"Earth Angel" by The Penguins
"Every Breath You Take" by The Police
5. ii-V-I (2-5-1) Progression
Common in jazz music, this progression is also used in pop and R&B.

In the key of C major: Dm - G - C
Example Songs:
"Autumn Leaves" (Jazz Standard)
"Fly Me to the Moon" by Frank Sinatra
"Satin Doll" by Duke Ellington
6. I-IV-vi-V (1-4-6-5) Progression
A variation of the I-IV-V progression, incorporating the minor sixth chord for a richer sound.

In the key of C major: C - F - Am - G
Example Songs:
"Stand by Me" by Ben E. King
"Let It Go" from Frozen
"No Scrubs" by TLC
Practical Steps to Use These Progressions
Choose a Progression: Decide which chord progression you want to use.
Set the Key: Choose the key you want to work in. For simplicity, you can start with C major.
Create a New Track: In your DAW, create a new MIDI or instrument track.
Input the Chords: Use the piano roll to input the chords sequentially. You can use broken chords (arpeggios) or block chords (all notes played simultaneously).
Example: I-V-vi-IV in C Major
Open the Piano Roll on your MIDI track.
Input the Chords:
Place a C major chord (C, E, G).
Place a G major chord (G, B, D).
Place an A minor chord (A, C, E).
Place an F major chord (F, A, C).
Example: vi-IV-I-V in C Major
Open the Piano Roll on your MIDI track.
Input the Chords:
Place an A minor chord (A, C, E).
Place an F major chord (F, A, C).
Place a C major chord (C, E, G).
Place a G major chord (G, B, D).