Eb Minor Major 7th
Notes:Eb – Gb – Bb – D
Formula:R-m3-P5-M7
Intervals:P1-m3-P5-M7
Scale Degrees:1-b3-5-7
Introduction
The Eb Minor Major 7th piano chord (EbmMaj7) consists of the notes Eb, Gb, Bb, D. It is a minor triad with an added major 7th, giving it a dark and complex character with strong tension, often used in jazz and minor key progressions. Formula: R-m3-P5-M7 | Scale degrees: 1-b3-5-7.
Enharmonic equivalent: E♭ is enharmonically equivalent to D♯. See D# Minor Major 7th.
Notes
Eb Minor Major 7th Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | Eb4 – Gb4 – Bb4 – D5 |
| 1st Inversion | Gb4 – Bb4 – D5 – Eb5 |
| 2nd Inversion | Bb4 – D5 – Eb5 – Gb5 |
| 3rd Inversion | Eb4 – Gb4 – Bb4 – D4 |
Key Signature
The key of Eb Minor Major 7th has 6 flats: B♭, E♭, A♭, D♭, G♭, C♭.
B♭E♭A♭D♭G♭C♭
Theory: Intervals
Formula: R-m3-P5-M7
Intervals: P1-m3-P5-M7
The Eb Minor 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.
Eb Minor Major 7th — Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the Eb Minor Major 7th chord?
EbmMaj7 contains: Eb, Gb, Bb, D. Minor triad with major seventh.
How does EbmMaj7 differ from Ebm7?
EbmMaj7 has D (major seventh), Ebm7 has Db (minor seventh).
How is EbmMaj7 used in music?
Harmonic minor i chord. Jazz, film noir.
What songs use Minor Major 7th?
James Bond, My Funny Valentine.
Why does it sound tense?
Minor third and major seventh create close dissonance.
How does EbmMaj7 differ from Ebmaj7?
EbmMaj7 has minor third (Gb). Ebmaj7 has major third (G).
Practice Tips
- Play Ebm then add D — dramatic tension.
- Descending line: Ebm → EbmMaj7 → Ebm7 → Ebm6.
- Compare with Ebm7.
- Harmonic minor i chord.
- Film noir and jazz.
- The Gb–D interval creates tension.