Chord Information
Learn how to play C7sus4 on piano
Notes in Chord
C
F
G
Bb
Intervals
1
P4
P5
m7
Inversion
Notes (bottom to top): C4 - F4 - G4 - Bb4
Right Hand Fingering
Fingers: 1-2-3-5
1=thumb, 2=index
3=middle, 4=ring, 5=pinky
3=middle, 4=ring, 5=pinky
Interactive Piano
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C
D
E
F
G
A
B
C#
D#
F#
G#
A#
How to Play C7sus4 on Piano
- Place your thumb on C.
- Place your index finger on F.
- Place your middle finger on G.
- Place your pinky finger on Bb.
- Press all keys simultaneously to hear the C7sus4 chord.
Recommended fingering: 1-2-3-5 (right hand)
C7sus4 Chord Inversions
The C7sus4 chord can be played in different inversions:
Root Position
C - F - G - Bb (bass note: C)
First Inversion
F - G - Bb - C (bass note: F)
Second Inversion
G - Bb - C - F (bass note: G)
Common Chord Progressions Using C7sus4
ii-V-I Jazz Progression
Common chord progression
Dm7→C7sus4→Gmaj7
I-vi-ii-V Progression
Common chord progression
Gmaj7→Em7→Dm7→C7sus4
Practice Tips for C7sus4
- Start slowly and focus on pressing all keys simultaneously for a clean sound.
- Practice transitioning between C7sus4 and other common chords to build muscle memory.
- Feel the tension in the suspended note and practice resolving it.
- Use suspended chords to create anticipation before resolving to major or minor chords.