Chord Information
Learn how to play Fmaj13 on piano
Notes in Chord
F
A
C
E
G
D
Intervals
1
M3
P5
M7
M9
M13
Inversion
Notes (bottom to top): F4 - A4 - C5 - E5 - G4 - D5
Right Hand Fingering
Fingers: 1-2-3-4-5-5
1=thumb, 2=index
3=middle, 4=ring, 5=pinky
3=middle, 4=ring, 5=pinky
Interactive Piano
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F
G
A
B
C
D
E
F#
G#
A#
C#
D#
How to Play Fmaj13 on Piano
- Place your thumb on F.
- Place your index finger on A.
- Place your middle finger on C.
- Place your ring finger on E.
- Place your pinky finger on G.
- Place your on D.
- Press all keys simultaneously to hear the Fmaj13 chord.
Recommended fingering: 1-2-3-4-5-5 (right hand)
Fmaj13 Chord Inversions
The Fmaj13 chord can be played in different inversions:
Root Position
F - A - C - E - G - D (bass note: F)
First Inversion
A - C - E - G - D - F (bass note: A)
Second Inversion
C - E - G - D - F - A (bass note: C)
Common Chord Progressions Using Fmaj13
I-IV-V Progression
Common chord progression
F→A#→C
I-V-vi-IV Progression
Common chord progression
F→C→Dm→A#
Practice Tips for Fmaj13
- Start slowly and focus on pressing all keys simultaneously for a clean sound.
- Practice transitioning between Fmaj13 and other common chords to build muscle memory.
- Extended chords can be challenging - ensure each note rings clearly.
- Experiment with voicing variations by omitting the fifth or other notes for different textures.