Am chord

A minor

C4

A

C

E

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Notes

A
R
C
b3
E
5

Formula: R – b3 – 5

Am inversions

The same notes, with a different note in the bass.

Root position Am

C4

A

C

E

1st inversion Am/C

C

E

A

C6

2nd inversion Am/E

C5

E

A

C

More A chords

Minor chords in other keys

FAQ

What notes are in the Am chord?

The A minor chord (Am) has 3 notes: A, C and E.

How do you play Am on the piano?

Put your right hand on A, C and E, starting from A. A common fingering for three-note chords is thumb (1), middle finger (3) and little finger (5).

What is the formula of a minor chord?

R – b3 – 5 (in semitones from the root: 0, 3, 7).