Construction
F Minor Major 7th = Root + Minor 3rd + Perfect 5th + Major 7th = F, A♭, C, E
| Note | Interval | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| F | Root | 1 |
| A♭ | Minor 3rd | ♭3 |
| C | Perfect 5th | 5 |
| E | Major 7th | 7 |
How to Play the F Minor Major 7th
Right Hand (RH)
Place your right hand over the keys with the thumb on the root. Use the fingering: 1 – 2 – 3 – 5
Left Hand (LH)
For the left hand, start with your pinky on the root. Use the fingering: 5 – 3 – 2 – 1
F Minor Major 7th Inversions
- Root positionF – A♭ – C – E
- 1st inversion (Fm(maj7)/A♭)A♭ – C – E – F
- 2nd inversion (Fm(maj7)/C)C – E – F – A♭
- 3rd inversion (Fm(maj7)/E)E – F – A♭ – C
F Minor Major 7th : Frequently Asked Questions
What is the F Minor Major 7th chord on piano?
The F Minor Major 7th chord contains the notes F – A♭ – C – E. On piano, play these notes together to sound the chord.
What notes are in the F Minor Major 7th chord?
FmMaj7 contains: F, Ab, C, E. Minor triad with major seventh.
How does FmMaj7 differ from Fm7?
FmMaj7 has E (major seventh), Fm7 has Eb (minor seventh).
How is FmMaj7 used in music?
Harmonic minor i chord. Jazz, film noir, classical.
What songs use Minor Major 7th?
James Bond, My Funny Valentine.
Why does it sound tense?
Minor third (Ab) and major seventh (E) create dissonance.
How does FmMaj7 differ from Fmaj7?
FmMaj7 has minor third (Ab). Fmaj7 has major third (A).