Chord progressions for modes

[RoKh]

How do I go about "designing" chord progressions that create modes that I'd like to create?
So, if I set out to create a Mixolydian mode, what would some of the possible chord progressions be for that?
What about Dorian and other modes?
Thanks!

[DesiSerna]

Just use the chord progression patterns I teach in Fretboard Theory Chapter 6. To create Ionian mode, compose around the I chord. For Dorian mode compose around the ii chord, etc. Whichever chord is functioning as the root determines the mode.

For example, a typical Dorian mode chord progression is ii V. You hear this in the songs "Oye Como Va" and "Evil Ways" by Santana.

A typical Mixolydian mode chord progression is V IV as heard in the verse to "Tequila" by the Champs and the chorus/solo to "No Rain" by Blind Melon. Another is V IV I as heard in "Taking Care of Business" by BTO.

[CarlosAnglo]

Great response - I've been having trouble finding progressions that sound "right" - probably mixing too many minor chords - but simple things like this ii V sound great. Keep up the good work. I haven't found any other instructor that actually explains what's going on with the theory behind the music.

[attaboy_jhb]

Yes, i know what you mean. i often get inspired by songs to write songs and i dont like stealing chord progressions so i always try and learn the theory behind the songs so i can see how the song relates to music theory and why it sounds so good, i think thats the funnest part of music for me. very few teachers explain theory behind certain songs correctly, i am hoping this is a good site to get some seriously long overdue questions answered about some of my favourite songs.