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Cm(maj7) chord

C minor major 7th

C
Eb
G
B
C5

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Notes

  • C
    R
  • Eb
    b3
  • G
    5
  • B
    7

Formula: R – b3 – 5 – 7

Cm(maj7) inversions

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

Root position Cm(maj7)

C
Eb
G
B
C5

1st inversion Cm(maj7)/Eb

C4
Eb
G
B
C

2nd inversion Cm(maj7)/G

C4
G
B
C
Eb

3rd inversion Cm(maj7)/B

C4
B
C
Eb
G

FAQ

What notes are in the Cm(maj7) chord?

The C minor major 7th chord (Cm(maj7)) has 4 notes: C, Eb, G and B.

How do you play Cm(maj7) on the piano?

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

What is the formula of a minor major 7th chord?

R – b3 – 5 – 7 (in semitones from the root: 0, 3, 7, 11).