Songs that use the Canon progression that I want to try playing on the piano

The chord progression of the piece commonly known as “Pachelbel’s Canon” is called the “canon progression,” and it’s been used in many hit songs.

Even if you’re not well-versed in chords, if you compare several songs that use the canon progression—even just in part—you’ll likely sense a shared sound.

Because the canon progression has a very beautiful resonance, it fits perfectly in piano arrangements as well.

In this article, we’ve compiled songs that use the canon progression—both Japanese and Western—that you’ll want to try playing on the piano!