Construction
C♯ 7♭5 = Root + Major 3rd + Diminished 5th + Minor 7th = C♯, E♯, G, B
| Note | Interval | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| C♯ | Root | 1 |
| E♯ | Major 3rd | 3 |
| G | Diminished 5th | ♭5 |
| B | Minor 7th | ♭7 |
How to Play the C♯ 7♭5
Right Hand (RH)
Place your right hand over the keys with the thumb on the root. Use the fingering: 2 – 3 – 4 – 5
Left Hand (LH)
For the left hand, start with your pinky on the root. Use the fingering: 5 – 4 – 3 – 2
C♯ 7♭5 Inversions
- Root positionC♯ – E♯ – G – B
- 1st inversion (C♯7♭5/E♯)E♯ – G – B – C♯
- 2nd inversion (C♯7♭5/G)G – B – C♯ – E♯
- 3rd inversion (C♯7♭5/B)B – C♯ – E♯ – G
Same Notes, Other Names
The notes C♯ – E♯ – G – B aren’t exclusive to this chord. Depending on which note is the bass and how the chord functions, the same pitches also spell:
C♯ 7♭5 : Frequently Asked Questions
What is the C♯ 7♭5 chord on piano?
The C♯ 7♭5 chord contains the notes C♯ – E♯ – G – B. On piano, play these notes together to sound the chord.
What notes are in the C# 7♭5 chord?
The C# 7♭5 chord (C#7♭5) contains 4 notes: C#, F, G, B. Formula: R-M3-d5-m7.
How is C#7♭5 used in music?
C#7♭5 is used in jazz, fusion, and contemporary music to add harmonic color. It appears as a dominant or tonic chord depending on context.
What is the scale degree formula for C#7♭5?
C#7♭5 uses scale degrees 1-3-b5-b7, giving it its distinctive sound.