Chord Information
Learn how to play C#mMaj7 on piano
Notes in Chord
C#
E
G#
C
Intervals
1
m3
P5
M7
Inversion
Notes (bottom to top): C#4 - E4 - G#4 - C5
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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D
E
F
G
A
B
C
C#
D#
F#
G#
A#
How to Play C#mMaj7 on Piano
- Place your thumb on C#.
- Place your index finger on E.
- Place your middle finger on G#.
- Place your pinky finger on C.
- Press all keys simultaneously to hear the C#mMaj7 chord.
Recommended fingering: 1-2-3-5 (right hand)
C#mMaj7 Chord Inversions
The C#mMaj7 chord can be played in different inversions:
Root Position
C# - E - G# - C (bass note: C#)
First Inversion
E - G# - C - C# (bass note: E)
Second Inversion
G# - C - C# - E (bass note: G#)
Common Chord Progressions Using C#mMaj7
i-iv-v Progression
Common chord progression
C#m→F#m→G#m
i-VI-III-VII Progression
Common chord progression
C#m→A→E→B
Practice Tips for C#mMaj7
- Start slowly and focus on pressing all keys simultaneously for a clean sound.
- Practice transitioning between C#mMaj7 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.