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Learn the C Minor-Major 7th Chord on PianoCmMaj7Minor-7th

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Chord Information

Learn how to play CmMaj7 on piano

Notes in Chord

C
Eb
G
B

Intervals

1
m3
P5
M7

Inversion

Notes (bottom to top): C4 - Eb4 - G4 - B4

Right Hand Fingering

Fingers: 1-2-3-5
1=thumb, 2=index
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 CmMaj7 on Piano

  1. Place your thumb on C.
  2. Place your index finger on Eb.
  3. Place your middle finger on G.
  4. Place your pinky finger on B.
  5. Press all keys simultaneously to hear the CmMaj7 chord.

Recommended fingering: 1-2-3-5 (right hand)

CmMaj7 Chord Inversions

The CmMaj7 chord can be played in different inversions:

Root Position

C - Eb - G - B (bass note: C)

First Inversion

Eb - G - B - C (bass note: Eb)

Second Inversion

G - B - C - Eb (bass note: G)

Common Chord Progressions Using CmMaj7

i-iv-v Progression

Common chord progression

CmFmGm

i-VI-III-VII Progression

Common chord progression

CmG#D#A#

Practice Tips for CmMaj7

  • Start slowly and focus on pressing all keys simultaneously for a clean sound.
  • Practice transitioning between CmMaj7 and other common chords to build muscle memory.
  • Listen carefully to how the seventh interval creates tension and color in the chord.
  • Practice resolving this chord to its natural target chords in progressions.

Quick Reference

Root NoteC
QualityminorMajor7
NotesC-Eb-G-B
Fingering1-2-3-5
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