Jazz · 1953 · intermediate

Satin Doll

by Duke Ellington
Key of C intermediate 4 chords

Roman Numeral Analysis

Iiii7ii7V7
CEm7Dm7G7
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BPM 100
Key
C
Chords
4
Genre
Jazz
Year
1953

Satin Doll Chord Progression Breakdown

Satin Doll (1953) is a intermediate jazz song that uses the progression I – iii7 – ii7 – V7 (C, Em7, Dm7, G7 in C).

Analysis

  • I (C) \u2014 Tonic chord, harmonic home
  • iii7 (Em7) \u2014 Seventh chord, adds color
  • ii7 (Dm7) \u2014 Seventh chord, adds color
  • V7 (G7) \u2014 Seventh chord, adds color

Tags

jazz1950sswing

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Satin Doll by Duke Ellington — FAQ

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What is the chord progression for Satin Doll?

Satin Doll by Duke Ellington uses the chords C, Em7, Dm7, G7 in the key of C.

The Roman numeral analysis is I – iii7 – ii7 – V7.

What key is Satin Doll in?

Satin Doll by Duke Ellington is in the key of C.

The primary chords are C, Em7, Dm7.

Is Satin Doll beginner-friendly?

Satin Doll is rated intermediate.

Some barre chords or faster changes may be involved.

What genre is Satin Doll?

Satin Doll is a jazz song from 1953.

Its progression reflects the harmonic conventions of jazz music.

Can I transpose Satin Doll to another key?

Yes! Click the transpose buttons on the detail page to shift all chords up or down by semitone while preserving the same Roman numeral relationships.