Construction
C♯ Minor Major 7th = Root + Minor 3rd + Perfect 5th + Major 7th = C♯, E, G♯, B♯
| Note | Interval | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| C♯ | Root | 1 |
| E | Minor 3rd | ♭3 |
| G♯ | Perfect 5th | 5 |
| B♯ | Major 7th | 7 |
How to Play the C♯ Minor Major 7th
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♯ Minor Major 7th Inversions
- Root positionC♯ – E – G♯ – B♯
- 1st inversion (C♯m(maj7)/E)E – G♯ – B♯ – C♯
- 2nd inversion (C♯m(maj7)/G♯)G♯ – B♯ – C♯ – E
- 3rd inversion (C♯m(maj7)/B♯)B♯ – C♯ – E – G♯
C♯ Minor Major 7th : Frequently Asked Questions
What is the C♯ Minor Major 7th chord on piano?
The C♯ Minor Major 7th chord contains the notes C♯ – E – G♯ – B♯. On piano, play these notes together to sound the chord.
What notes are in the C# Minor Major 7th chord?
C# Minor Major 7th is built from the C# root. Check the interactive keyboard above for exact notes and fingering.
How is the C# Minor Major 7th chord used in music?
C# Minor Major 7th appears in jazz, pop, and classical contexts. Its sound depends on the chord quality (Minor Major 7th).
What is the fingering for C# Minor 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 C# Minor Major 7th?
Use the inversion buttons above to see each inversion with notes, fingering, and staff notation.
Why does C# Minor Major 7th sound so tense?
The minor third and major seventh are only a semitone apart when inverted, creating dramatic tension.