D# Major 7th
Introduction
Enharmonic equivalent: DāÆ is enharmonically equivalent to Eā. See Eb Major 7th.
Notes
D# Major 7th Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | D#4 ā G4 ā A#4 ā D5 |
| 1st Inversion | G4 ā A#4 ā D5 ā D#5 |
| 2nd Inversion | A#4 ā D5 ā D#5 ā G5 |
| 3rd Inversion | D#4 ā G4 ā A#4 ā D4 |
Key Signature
The key of D# Major 7th has Key signature data not available.
Theory: Intervals
The D# Major 7th is built by stacking intervals from the root note. The formula R-M3-P5-M7 describes the scale degrees used. The intervals P1-M3-P5-M7 show the distance between each note in the chord.
D# Major 7th ā Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the D# Major 7th chord?
D# Major 7th is built from the D# root. Check the interactive keyboard above for exact notes and fingering.
How is the D# Major 7th chord used in music?
D# Major 7th appears in jazz, pop, and classical contexts. Its sound depends on the chord quality (Major 7th).
What is the fingering for D# Major 7th?
See the fingering chart above. Right hand typically uses thumb on root. Left hand uses pinky on root.
What are the inversions of D# Major 7th?
Use the inversion buttons above to see each inversion with notes, fingering, and staff notation.
Practice Tips
- Dreamy, warm, sophisticated sound.
- Compare with D#7 (dominant).
- Jazz ballad tonic chord.
- Bossa nova favourite.
- The major 7th creates a floating quality.
- Try as a resting chord after tension.