i–iv–V in F♯ Minor
Pattern: i – iv – V
Chords: F♯m – Bm – C♯
Chord Breakdown
| Numeral | Chord | Type | Function |
|---|---|---|---|
| i | F♯m (details) | minor | Tonic |
| iv | Bm (details) | minor | Subdominant |
| V | C♯ (details) | major | Dominant |
Harmonic Analysis
This progression moves through F♯m (Tonic) → Bm (Subdominant) → C♯ (Dominant).
This three-chord minor blues cadence moves from the minor tonic through the minor subdominant to a major dominant. The major V chord at the end creates a strong pull back to i, essential for minor blues.
Song Examples
- Hit the Road Jack, Ray Charles
- House of the Rising Sun, The Animals