• FUNCTIONAL
  • KEYED
  • FORMATTED
  • HUMAN

How to convert chord names to Roman numerals with your AI

Connect the Chord Progression Analyzer to your AI client. Once connected, you can pass any list of chords to get their functional Roman numeral equivalents.

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Short answer

How do I turn chord names into Roman numerals using AI?

Provide your AI with a list of chords and the target key. The AI uses the analyze_roman_numerals tool to map those chords to their correct scale degrees. You'll get a functional analysis of the progression immediately.

The outcomes

What you get from the analysis

The AI processes your input to provide these specific results.

FUNCTIONAL

Roman numeral mapping

The AI converts every chord in your list into its corresponding Roman numeral. You get a clear view of the progression's function.

KEYED

Scale degree accuracy

Because you define the key, the analysis stays accurate to the specific scale you are working in.

FORMATTED

Clean data output

The AI returns a structured list of numerals that you can easily copy into your notation software or lead sheets.

HUMAN

Creative verification

You review the output to ensure the functional analysis matches your intended musical theory or stylistic goals.

The workflow

What your AI does when the chords arrive.

The AI handles the heavy lifting of music theory math so you can focus on songwriting.

  1. Identify the key

    The AI looks at the key you provided to establish the correct scale degrees for the analysis.

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  2. Map the chords

    The AI compares each chord name in your sequence against the scale to find its functional position.

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  3. Generate numerals

    The tool converts the identified positions into standard Roman numeral notation.

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  4. Present results

    The AI delivers the final sequence of Roman numerals back to your chat interface.

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Try it

Copy these to start.

Paste these prompts into your chat to begin the analysis.

Starting points

Swap out the bracketed text with your actual chord sequences and keys.

Chord Progression Analyzer Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_k74Uf9TnNfGNOuGKKF4iUIL0T2T7b1NHo8dHOkGQ/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

  1. 1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
  2. 2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
  3. 3Click Add and start a new chat — Chord Progression Analyzer capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "chord-progression-analyzer-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_k74Uf9TnNfGNOuGKKF4iUIL0T2T7b1NHo8dHOkGQ/mcp"
    }
  }
}
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  • What are the Roman numerals for these chords in G Major: [G, Em, C, D]

  • Give me the Roman numeral analysis for [Dm, G, C] in the key of C Major

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FAQ

Common questions

  • 01

    Can the AI write the actual sheet music?

    No. The AI only provides the Roman numeral analysis of the chords you provide.

  • 02

    Do I have to tell it the key every time?

    Yes. The AI needs a defined key to accurately determine the scale degrees.

  • 03

    Can it analyze chords from a PDF?

    No. You must provide the chord names as text in your prompt.

  • 04

    Will it change my original chord names?

    No. The AI only generates the Roman numeral translation; it does not modify your input data.

  • 05

    Does it work with non-diatonic chords?

    Yes, as long as you provide the key, the tool can identify the functional relationship of chromatic chords.

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